Planning a trip to the capital of the United Kingdom and want more information on how to travel by train from Paris to London? You’ve come to the right place!
On average, the train time from Paris to London is 2 hours and 32 minutes, but can take just 2 hours and 17 minutes on the fastest high-speed Eurostar services. Each day, there around 12 trains running on this popular route from Paris to London. If you’re travelling on this route, your train will depart from Paris Gare du Nord Station and arrive at London St Pancras International station.
If you’ve not travelled with Eurostar before, there’s no time like the present! You’ll check in at Paris Gare du Nord station, step on a modern e300 or e320 Eurostar train and enjoy comfortable seating, free WiFi, power sockets and an onboard café for snacks and drinks. If you feel like travelling in style, why not treat yourself? Travel in Standard Premier or Business Class and you’ll receive a complimentary meal served at your seat.
When travelling on this route, you can wake up in Paris for a coffee, and arrive in London in time for a spot of lunch. Kings Cross St Pancras is served by six Underground lines, which means all of London’s iconic landmarks are within reach, including Big Ben, St Paul’s Cathedral and Hyde Park. Not sure where to start? Find inspiration with our guide on the best things to do in London.
Feeling ready to book? Start your search for cheap Eurostar tickets from Paris to London in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. If you’d like more information first, continue reading for FAQs, train times and advice on how to find cheap train tickets.
Eurostar is the exclusive high-speed train service that links London to Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam and the rest of Europe at speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). All Eurostar trains have modern, comfortable facilities, plenty of room for luggage, and onboard food and beverage car. There are three comfort classes on offer – Standard, Standard Premier (equivalent to Premium Economy, with light refreshments served), and Business Premier (equivalent to First or Business Class, with flexible travel options, priority boarding, lounge access and delicious food and drink included).
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Paris to London by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
The average journey time by train between Paris and London is 2 hours and 21 minutes, with around 16 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Paris to London is 2 hours and 17 minutes.
Train tickets from Paris to London can start from as little as $42.66 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Paris to London without having to change trains. There are 15 direct trains from Paris to London each day. Though there may be fewer direct services available depending on your exact departure date.
The first train from Paris to London leaves at 07:13. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Paris to London leaves at 21:10. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Paris to London cover a distance of around 212 miles (342 km) during the journey.