Train from Mainz to Paris

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01-16-2010, 08:45 PM

JC Dude

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Train from Mainz to Paris

I want to take the train to Paris from Mainz. I searched for the gouge on here and no joy.

A link to the gouge would be great or any info would be great.

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JC Dude

01-16-2010, 09:05 PM

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http://www.airlinepilotforums.com/ca...n-cdg-cgn.html

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01-17-2010, 04:25 AM

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As you might know, the train station in Mainz is a short walk from the hotel. An easy walk assuming your bag has wheels ...

01-17-2010, 05:29 AM

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All very easy to do. However when looking at companies to use, look for THALYS. Train tracks in europe are like US airspace. More than one company uses the train tracks. If you look at the THALYS schedule this is were you'll find the first class fare of around 150.00 give or take. When I looked at the french train company the fare was twice the price. You can either buy your ticket on line or at the station. Again very easy to do and don't forget to get the express run or you'l have to change trains in Brussell.

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01-17-2010, 06:34 AM

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I'll second the Thalys recommendation. I used them to DH from STN-CGN. Very easy to arrange everything on line and a nice, fast ride.

01-17-2010, 09:35 AM

Fedex999999

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On the train, they will offer you a taxi reservation. Take it! Fill out the card, and give the small half back to the train attendant. It costs a few extra euros, but a cabbie will be waiting for you once you arrive, and you can skip the long taxi queue.

Also, Thayls has free wireless.

The hotel in Mainz can help with the train schedules.

01-17-2010, 10:12 AM

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The Concierge at the Concorde was very helpful. I am sure the concierge in Mainz could help. Make sure you do the mid trip deviate pre approval thing. No one works on the weekend so you might not get a response.