Want to find out more about taking the train from Paris to London? Look no further.
The average train time from Paris to London is 3 hours, although it takes just 2 hours and 17 minutes to travel from city centre to city centre on the fastest direct high-speed Eurostar services – it's much quicker than flying!
After checking in at Paris Gare du Nord station, step on a modern e300 or e320 Eurostar train and you’ll enjoy free WiFi, comfortable seating and power sockets at every seat, as well as an onboard café for snacks and drinks. If you’re travelling in Standard Premier or Business Class, you’ll receive a complimentary meal served at your seat too.
Does the train from Paris to London go underwater?
Yes. Trains from Paris to London do go underwater. In fact, the Channel Tunnel (or “Chunnel” if you prefer its nickname) is just over 50 km in length and is the longest continuous underwater tunnel in the world. At a maximum speed of 160 km/h in the Chunnel, it takes a Eurostar train around 35 minutes to travel through this underwater tunnel between Paris and London.
It won’t be long until you arrive into London St Pancras International station, which is well-connected to Underground lines, buses and taxis for wherever your onward destination may be.
Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets from Paris to London with us today. Keep reading for timetables where you can view today’s train times, and an expert’s review on the Eurostar journey from France to the UK.
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.
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The average journey time by train between Paris and London is 2 hours and 22 minutes, with around 14 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 ticket prices from Paris to London can start from as little as €38.50 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Paris to London without having to change trains. There are 13 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.