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Travelling from London St Pancras International to Avignon TGV by train
Planning to travel from London St Pancras International to Avignon TGV by train? You’ve come to the right place!
The fastest journey from London St Pancras International to Avignon TGV takes around 5 hours and 46 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 573 miles. The main train operators on this route are Eurostar and TGV INOUI.
As there are no direct trains from London St Pancras International to Avignon TGV, you'll need to make at least 1 change during the journey. Hop on a Eurostar train at London St Pancras International, followed by a quick change in Paris to board a high-speed TGV train to Avignon TGV. Both trains allow you to travel in style, with comfortable seating, plug sockets and WiFi.
When you travel by train, there’s no need to worry about luggage restrictions or organising airport transfers – simply arrive in Avignon and start exploring straight away.
Ready to book? Start your search for train tickets from London St Pancras International to Avignon TGV in our Journey Planner at the top of the page. If you want to learn more about the train journey first, keep reading for more information on:
- Eurostar, TGV INOUI, OUIGO and TER classes
- Services on board Eurostar, TGV INOUI, OUIGO and TER
- Eurostar luggage allowance
- How to get to London St Pancras International
- All about London St Pancras International station
- Changing your train in Paris
- Arriving in Avignon
- Using public transport in Avignon
- Things to see and do in Avignon
- See even more of France by train
- Explore Europe with an Interrail Pass
- Where to travel next after visiting Avignon.
Trains to Avignon TGV from London St Pancras International
It takes an average of 7h 59m to travel from London St Pancras International to Avignon TGV by train, over a distance of around 573 miles (922 km). There are normally 19 trains per day travelling from London St Pancras International to Avignon TGV and tickets for this journey start from £120.97 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:01 | |
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| Last train | 20:01 | |
| Departure station | London St Pancras International | |
| Arrival station | Avignon TGV | |
| Journey time | From 5h 46m | |
| Distance | 573 miles (922 km) | |
| Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £120.97 | |
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Eurostar and Trenitalia trains from London St Pancras International to Avignon TGV
Eurostar
Trenitalia
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). Eurostar also runs trains on more routes between France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany. 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 – Eurostar Standard, Eurostar Plus (equivalent to Premium Economy, with light refreshments served), and Eurostar Premier (equivalent to First or Business Class, with flexible travel options, priority boarding, lounge access and delicious food and drink included).
Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.
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What Eurostar classes are there from London St Pancras International to Avignon TGV?
Compare the different travel classes offered by Eurostar when travelling from London St Pancras International to Avignon TGV.
Eurostar Standard
In Eurostar Standard, you'll find comfortable seats, free WiFi and a large selection of drinks and snacks for sale in the onboard café-bar.
- Free WiFi
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
- Complimentary meal at seat
- Catering at your seat
- Gourmet menu
- Lounge access
Eurostar Plus
As well as all the facilities you'll find in Eurostar Standard, in Eurostar Plus you'll also get a light meal served at your seat for trips to and from London. Though you won't get a meal at your seat for trips solely in Europe, you'll get to sit back and relax in comfier seats.
- Free WiFi
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
- Complimentary meal at seat (1)
- Catering at your seat
- Gourmet menu
- Lounge access
- (1) A meal at your seat is only provided on trains travelling to or from the United Kingdom.
Eurostar Premier
Eurostar Premier gives you the freedom to travel in your own time, with same-day boarding guaranteed and Eurostar's exclusive lounges (where available) where you can relax before your trip. In Eurostar Premier, you'll also benefit from complete comfort, including a free meal and free drinks at your seat.
- Free WiFi
- Bar/restaurant carriage
- Luggage storage
- Power sockets
- Complimentary meal at seat
- Catering at your seat
- Gourmet menu (1)
- Lounge access
- (1) A gourmet hot meal is exclusive to trains to and from the United Kingdom; on trains in Europe, you'll have a cold meal served at your seat.
What are the onboard services on Eurostar?
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from London St Pancras International to Avignon TGV.
What luggage limits are there? | Although there's no weight limit for your luggage on Eurostar trains, you must be able to carry your bags safely by yourself. Each bag must be clearly labelled and must be no longer than 85 cm (for trains to and from the United Kingdom) or no larger than 75 x 53 x 30 cm (for trains in Europe). |
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What food and drink is available? | Are you travelling to or from the United Kingdom? In Eurostar Standard, choose from a wide selection of drinks and snacks at the Eurostar Café, the onboard café-bar in the middle of the train. Cards and cash (Euros or pounds) are accepted. If you're travelling in Eurostar Plus, a light meal and a drink will be served at your seat. Travel in Eurostar Premier and you'll be treated to a gourmet meal, as well as a continuous drinks service throughout your journey. For all other Eurostar trains (red trains, formerly Thalys), head to the bar car and choose from a wide range of hot and cold drinks as well as sweet and savoury snacks. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | Eurostar doesn't have an onboard entertainment portal. However, there is free WiFi available, as well as UK and EU plug sockets at your seat so you can charge your devices while travelling. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | Children under 4 can travel free on Eurostar trains, as long as they're sitting on an accompanying adult's lap. Alternatively, buying a child ticket guarantees them their own seat. You'll find changing tables on all Eurostar trains, as well as family-oriented seating (4 seats facing one another) where available. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | Currently, only certain Eurostar trains running between London and Brussels can transport fully assembled bikes - contact Eurostar for more information. You can, however, take a foldable bike on board Eurostar trains to and from the UK provided that it's no more than 85 cm long and it fits in a protective bag that covers the whole bicycle. Folded bikes are treated as standard luggage. For all other Eurostar trains in Europe, a limited number of non-foldable bikes can be brought on board, provided that the wheels are taken off and the whole bicycle is stored in a suitable cover (max. size 135 x 85 x 30 cm). Foldable bicycles are also allowed and count towards standard luggage limits. |
Can I bring pets on board? | The rules around travelling with your pets depend on whether you're travelling across the Channel or not, so check before you travel: Eurostar trains to and from the United Kingdom:
Trains in the rest of Europe:
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What special assistance is available? | If you need help getting on or off the train, you should contact Eurostar directly before your trip. To use Eurostar's special assistance program, fill in the contact form at least 48 hours before your journey so that the team can help you. If you're travelling to/from the United Kingdom:
If you're travelling on red trains in the rest of Europe:
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What else do I need to know? | Specific restrictions for trains to/from the United Kingdom: Liquids:
Sports equipment:
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How do I find cheap train tickets from London St Pancras International to Avignon TGV?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts
6. Take a night train
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
How many bags are allowed in the different Eurostar classes?
Standard/Standard Premier
- 2 pieces of luggage up to 85cm long for rucksacks, suitcases, golf clubs or ski equipment
- 1 piece of hand luggage, e.g. handbag, laptop bag or briefcase.
Business Premier
- 3 pieces of luggage up to 85cm long for rucksacks, suitcases, golf clubs or ski equipment
- 1 piece of hand luggage, e.g. handbag, laptop bag or briefcase.
Children (for all classes)
- 1 piece of luggage up to 85cm long
- 1 piece of hand luggage, e.g. backpack or laptop bag.
How to get to London St Pancras International station
Before your journey to Avignon, you’ll need to make your way to London St Pancras International station. Keep reading for more information on how to get there.
Located in the heart of the capital, London St Pancras International station is in the King’s Cross area and can be easily reached by National Rail trains, London Underground, bus, car or bike:
- Train: If you’re travelling by train, you can get to London St Pancras International from some of the city’s main stations, including Euston, Victoria, and Paddington stations, in around half an hour.
- London Underground: King’s Cross St Pancras Underground station is served by 6 Tube lines, including Victoria (light blue line), Piccadilly (dark blue line), Northern (black line), Metropolitan (purple line), Circle (yellow line) & Hammersmith and City (pink line).
- Buses: From most places across the city, there are various buses that go to London St Pancras International station.
- Car: If you’re driving to the station, you can park your car at the 24-hour Click and Park car park at London St Pancras International – it has 315 spaces and staff on hand.
- Bike: If you’re cycling to the station, there are plenty of spaces to store your bike safely.
Everything you need to know about London St Pancras International station
After you’ve arrived at London St Pancras International station, you’ll need to check in. Read on for more information on checking in, station facilities and First Class lounges.
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Changing your train in Paris
As there’s no direct train from London to Avignon, you’ll need to get off your Eurostar train at Paris Gare du Nord station and board a TGV INOUI train at Paris Gare de Lyon station. Read on for more information on how to get from Gare du Nord to Gare de Lyon.
Once you get off your Eurostar train at Paris Gare du Nord train station, you’ll need to take the RER train to Paris Gare de Lyon station.
Buying RER tickets
Your Eurostar ticket doesn’t include travel with RER, so you’ll need to buy a RER ticket at Paris Gare du Nord before continuing your journey to Avignon.
If you’re unsure about which ticket to buy, head to one of the ticket counters available at the station and a member of staff will be able to assist you. Alternatively, you can buy your ticket from one of the automated ticket machines – they have multilingual interfaces and accept both cash and card payments.
Taking the RER train from Gare du Nord to Gare de Lyon
Once you exit the Eurostar platform, follow the signs to ‘RER D’ – this will lead you to the RER train station within Paris Gare du Nord. Go through the RER ticket gates, then follow the signs for ‘RER D Sud’ to Melun, Malesherbes or Corbeil-Essonnes – all these trains stop at Gare de Lyon.
The train ride from Gare du Nord to Gare de Lyon takes just 7 minutes. There's only one stop on the way – if it's Châtelet-les-Halles, you know you're on the right train!
Taking the TGV INOUI train from Paris Gare de Lyon
Once you get off your RER train, take the escalators to exit the RER station and follow the signs to the ‘Grandes Lignes’ (long-distance trains). Check the departure boards to find out which platform your train is travelling from and follow the signs to get there.
Once you get to the boarding area, simply scan your ticket at the ticket gates. Please note that with TGV INOUI, you can board up to two minutes before the departure time. After this time, you will be refused access to the train.
If you have a Business Première ticket, a Carte Liberté (with a Première ticket) or the Grand Voyageur loyalty card, you can access the Grand Voyageur TGV INOUI lounge at Paris Gare de Lyon station. The Grand Voyageur TGV INOUI lounge is a premium space and is perfect for relaxing or working. Here, you can enjoy free WiFi, as well as a selection of complimentary newspapers and magazines, drinks and more.
Arriving in Avignon from Paris
Your TGV INOUI train from Paris Gare de Lyon will arrive at Avignon TGV train station. Read on for more information on how to get from the station to the city centre.
Avignon TGV train station is not in the city centre – you’ll need to take a train or bus from the station to central Avignon:
- Train: If you want to travel by train, you can take a TER train from Avignon TGV station to Avignon Centre station – you’ll be in the city centre in just 4 minutes.
- Bus: Alternatively, you can take bus service 10 from outside the train station and get off at Avignon Poste – the total journey time is around 15 minutes and you’ll be right in the city centre, ready to explore.
Using public transport in Avignon
Avignon's compact size makes it easy to explore many areas on foot, but its public transport system is particularly useful for reaching destinations beyond the city centre.
The central hub for the city’s public transport is Avignon Centre station, where you can access buses and regional trains. Buses provide a reliable way of navigating the city, with routes covering key attractions and neighbourhoods. The major bus stops in central Avignon are in front of the main post office (La Poste), at Place Pie (by Les Halles, Avignon's covered market) and on Rue de la République.
Things to see and do in Avignon
With its rich history and cultural heritage, Avignon offers several attractions that are worth exploring. Here are our top 3 favourites:
- Palais des Papes (Palace of the Popes): The Palais des Papes is a stunning medieval palace that served as the residence for popes during the 14th century. This UNESCO World Heritage site is an architectural masterpiece, featuring impressive halls and chapels. The palace offers panoramic views of the Rhône River and the surrounding area.
- Pont Saint-Bénézet: Commonly known as the Pont d'Avignon, this iconic medieval bridge spans the Rhône River. Originally built in the 12th century, the bridge is famous for its distinctive arches and the chapel of Saint Nicholas at its midpoint. While only a few arches of the bridge remain standing, it provides a picturesque setting and a glimpse into Avignon's historical past.
- Avignon’s Cathedral: Located near the Palais des Papes, Avignon’s Cathedral is an impressive Romanesque and Gothic-style cathedral. It houses the tombs of several popes and features beautiful frescoes and sculptures, as well as a panoramic terrace offering breathtaking views of the city and the Rhône Valley.
See even more of France by train
Thinking of exploring more of France by train? Great choice! Let’s look at what else there is to see and do in France.
Explore Europe with an Interrail Pass
After visiting Avignon, why not continue exploring Europe by train? With an Interrail Pass, you can travel across 33 European countries as much as you want on participating European train networks for a set amount of travel days.
You can use an Interrail Pass if you're a European citizen or a non-European who is an official legal resident of a European country (this includes UK citizens). If you’re not a European citizen or someone legally resident in Europe, such as an American or Canadian citizen, you can use a Eurail Pass instead.
Where should you travel next after Avignon?
Sure, you might have had a good time in Avignon, but your European adventure doesn’t have to stop there. Why not check out some of these trips below?
Head from Avignon to Marseille
It can take just 36 minutes to get from Avignon to Marseille on the fastest TGV INOUI services. Get ready to enjoy stunning views of the Provençal countryside as the train winds through hills and vineyards before reaching the bustling city of Marseille.
Plan a trip to Nice
Want to visit the French Riviera? Travel from Avignon to Nice in 3 hours and 19 minutes on the fastest TGV INOUI services. Stroll down the Promenade des Anglais for some stunning views or visit the Old Town and enjoy its colourful buildings and lively markets.
Speed away to Barcelona
If you want to explore another European country, why not take the train to Barcelona? Renfe’s high-speed AVE trains run directly from Avignon to Barcelona and can take less than 4 hours to reach the Catalonian capital. Once you arrive, you’ll be ready to enjoy the city’s unique architecture and vibrant culture scene right away.