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Paris to London Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Paris to London trains are operated by Eurostar from Paris Gare du Nord to London St Pancras International. Services run on high-speed lines in France and Britain, with the underwater Channel Tunnel section between Calais and Folkestone and usually no intermediate passenger stop. The rail distance is about 491 km, and the fastest scheduled journey takes 2 hours 17 minutes; slower departures usually take around 2 hours 30 minutes. There are typically 14 to 18 direct departures per day in one direction, with higher frequency on business travel days. Eurostar tickets are sold in Standard, Plus, and Premier classes, subject to availability on the selected train. One-way Eurostar fares from Paris to London start from about €44 ($48 USD) for advance Standard fares and can rise to around €250 ($270 USD) for flexible or premium fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, Easter, and the July-August travel period.
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Morning trains

07:12
ParisParis Gare du Nord
2h 18m
08:30
LondonLondon St-Pancras
Direct
Eurostar 9007
from
20878 USD
1
2h 18m, Direct
07:12
ParisParis Gare du Nord
08:30
LondonLondon St-Pancras
from
20878 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
07:42
ParisParis Gare du Nord
2h 18m
09:00
LondonLondon St-Pancras
Direct
Eurostar 9009
from
20878 USD
1
2h 18m, Direct
07:42
ParisParis Gare du Nord
09:00
LondonLondon St-Pancras
from
20878 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Day trains

12:12
ParisParis Gare du Nord
2h 18m
13:30
LondonLondon St-Pancras
Direct
Eurostar 9027
from
32784 USD
1
2h 18m, Direct
12:12
ParisParis Gare du Nord
13:30
LondonLondon St-Pancras
from
32784 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
13:12
ParisParis Gare du Nord
2h 18m
14:30
LondonLondon St-Pancras
Direct
Eurostar 9031
from
26918 USD
1
2h 18m, Direct
13:12
ParisParis Gare du Nord
14:30
LondonLondon St-Pancras
from
26918 USD
1
Direct
High-speed

Evening trains

18:11
ParisParis Gare du Nord
2h 27m
19:38
LondonLondon St-Pancras
Direct
Eurostar 9051
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49694 USD
1
2h 27m, Direct
18:11
ParisParis Gare du Nord
19:38
LondonLondon St-Pancras
from
49694 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
19:12
ParisParis Gare du Nord
2h 18m
20:30
LondonLondon St-Pancras
Direct
Eurostar 9055
from
37788 USD
1
2h 18m, Direct
19:12
ParisParis Gare du Nord
20:30
LondonLondon St-Pancras
from
37788 USD
1
Direct
High-speed
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First train

06:57
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Last train

21:12
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Travel duration

2h 22m
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Daily departures

16
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Paris
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Arrival station

London
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Ticket price

$55
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Secure Payment Options
Pay for Paris to London train tickets using major credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and other supported digital payment methods. Online payments use secure card verification for cross-border Eurostar bookings.
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After booking the Paris to London Eurostar, receive confirmation and e-ticket details by email. Keep the ticket QR code ready for the Eurostar gates and border checks before boarding.
Flexible Exchanges & Cancellations
Change and cancellation rules for Paris to London Eurostar tickets depend on the fare selected. Flexible fares allow more changes before departure, while lower advance fares usually carry stricter conditions.
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Human support agents are available 24/7 for Paris to London booking questions, schedule changes, passenger details, and guidance on check-in at Paris Gare du Nord.
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Rail Monsters provides official tickets for the Paris to London Eurostar between Paris Gare du Nord and London St Pancras International. Select a departure, choose Standard, Plus, or Premier where available, and book online.

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Paris to London Route Overview

The Paris to London Eurostar is one of Europe's main international rail routes and links two capital-city terminals without an airport transfer. The distinctive part of the trip is the Channel Tunnel, where the train spends about 20 minutes underground between northern France and Kent. All passengers must pass ticket gates, security screening, French exit checks, and UK border controls at Paris Gare du Nord before boarding. Seats are reserved on every Eurostar service, so there is no non-reserved boarding practice on this route.
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2h 18m

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2h 41m

Paris

Paris is France's capital and a major rail hub for domestic TGV and international services. Eurostar trains to London depart from Paris Gare du Nord, north of the Seine and linked to the Metro, RER B, RER D, and suburban rail lines.

Paris Est

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Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

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Paris Austerlitz

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Paris Montparnasse

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Paris Gare de Lyon

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Paris Gare de l’Est

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Paris St-Lazare

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Paris Gare du Nord

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PARIS BERCY

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Disneyland Paris

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Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV

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Paris Bercy Bourg. Pays d'Auv.

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2h 22m

London

London is the capital of the United Kingdom, with government, financial, museum, theatre, and university districts spread across the city. Eurostar arrives at London St Pancras International, beside King's Cross station and close to the Underground network, Thameslink, and national rail services.

London St-Pancras

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Practical Information for Eurostar Travelers

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Eurostar luggage rules on the Paris to London route are based on item size and class rather than checked baggage. Passengers keep luggage with them and pass through security before boarding.
Luggage Allowance
Standard and Plus passengers may bring 2 pieces of luggage up to 85 cm long plus 1 small hand item. Premier passengers may bring 3 pieces up to 85 cm long plus 1 small hand item. There is no formal weight limit, but passengers must be able to lift and carry their own bags.
Storage Facilities
Eurostar trainsets have luggage racks near the carriage doors for larger suitcases and overhead racks above seats for smaller bags. Keep passports, tickets, medication, and valuables in a small item at your seat, as large bags may be stored away from your row.
Special Items
Folding bicycles may travel as luggage if packed and within the standard size limit. Non-folding bicycles, large musical instruments, and sports equipment may need Eurostar's registered luggage service or advance arrangement, depending on size and train space.

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Paris to London Map

The Paris to London route leaves Paris Gare du Nord on the LGV Nord toward Lille and Calais, enters the Channel Tunnel near Coquelles, and returns to the surface near Folkestone. In Britain the train uses High Speed 1 through Ashford and Ebbsfleet before reaching London St Pancras International. Views include northern French farmland, the Calais approach, Kent countryside, and the Thames-side approach into London.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

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EUROSTAR

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Direct

Travel time

2h 23m

Price from

$55

Departures

335

Rating

The Paris to London train runs from Gare du Nord to St Pancras, placing passengers directly in central districts at both ends. Coaches are often cheaper but usually take 8 to 10 hours because they use the ferry or Channel Tunnel road shuttle and face road traffic around both capitals. Flights between Paris and London have short airborne times, but airport transfers, security, boarding, and baggage collection add several hours to the door-to-door trip. Electric high-speed rail also produces lower emissions per passenger than short-haul flying on this corridor.
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Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

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2h 22m

$55-$532

Bus

Apprx.

9h 0m

$25-$80

Flight

Apprx.

1h 15m

$60-$260

FAQ about the Paris - London Route

How long is the Eurostar from Paris to London?

The fastest Paris to London Eurostar takes 2 hours 17 minutes from Paris Gare du Nord to London St Pancras International. Other direct services usually take around 2 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 30 minutes. Passengers should also allow time before departure for security and border checks in Paris.

How fast is the train from Paris to London?

Eurostar trains on the Paris to London route reach up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on the high-speed sections in France and the United Kingdom. Speed is lower through the Channel Tunnel, station approaches, and dense urban sections near Paris and London.

How do I book Paris to London train tickets?

Book Paris to London Eurostar tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, selecting a departure, and choosing the available class. Payment is completed online, and the ticket confirmation is sent by email. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and mobile apps for iOS and Android can be used to manage the trip.

Does a Eurail or Interrail Pass cover Paris to London?

Eurail and Interrail passes can be used on Eurostar between Paris and London only with a paid passholder seat reservation, and passholder places are limited on each train. The pass must be valid in France and Great Britain for this international trip. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How much is the train from Paris to London?

One-way Eurostar fares from Paris to London start from about €44 ($48 USD) for advance Standard tickets and can rise to around €250 ($270 USD) for flexible or premium fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.
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