Car Rental in Paris Rail Gare de l'Est

Gare de l'Est is one of Paris' most important train stations and the departure point for TGV trains to Strasbourg, Frankfurt, and Zurich. With 2 rental agencies directly at the station, you can easily combine train and car travel. The station is located in the 10th arrondissement, approximately 3 km northeast of Notre-Dame.

Gare du Nord, the hub for Eurostar to London, is just 500 meters to the west. Canal Saint-Martin with its picturesque bridges and cafés stretches south from the station. The Indian Quarter along Passage Brady, known for its Indian and Pakistani restaurants, is right next door.

Pick up your car at Gare de l'Est if you arrive by TGV and plan to explore the Champagne region - Reims is just 145 km to the east, about 1.5 hours away via A4. Parking at the station is limited and expensive - drive straight out toward the motorway. Book a car with unlimited mileage if you plan longer trips to the east.

Which destinations are easy to reach by car from Gare de l'Est? Reims (145 km, 1.5 hours via A4), Épernay in Champagne (135 km, 1.5 hours), and Strasbourg (490 km, 4.5 hours) are popular destinations to the east. How close is Gare du Nord to Gare de l'Est?

Gare du Nord is just 500 meters to the west - a few minutes' walk or 2 minutes by car. Is there parking at Gare de l'Est? There is a parking garage under the station, but it's expensive for longer periods.

Rental agencies have their own spaces - ask for instructions when booking.

We compare prices from all major providers at Paris Rail Gare de l'Est so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.