London to Paris Eurostar Times: 2h16, from €45

The Eurostar runs London to Paris in about 2 hours 16 minutes at its fastest and 2h28 on a typical service, nonstop from London St Pancras International to Paris Gare du Nord, both in the city centre. There are roughly 16 trains a day, so the timetable is dense from early morning to late evening. Advance fares start from about GBP 39 one way and climb steeply close to departure, so book early. There is no bus worth leading with (the coach takes 8 to 10 hours), and a flight is slower door to door once airport transfers are added. Here is how the times and fares compare.

Carrying on east from Paris? Read our Paris to Berlin travel guide. Arriving in London first? Read our Amsterdam to London train guide. Stringing several train legs together? Read our Eurail Pass Calculator: pass vs individual tickets.

Fastest	Eurostar, about 2h16 (typically 2h28)
Frequency	Around 16 trains a day, nonstop
Cheapest	Overnight coach, or an advance Eurostar fare from about GBP 39
Route	St Pancras International to Paris Gare du Nord, about 490 km

Mode	Departures/day	First-last departure	Fastest	Typical fare	Top operators
Train	16	06:01-20:31	2h 18m	USD 133-338	Eurostar
Bus	8.6	07:30-23:59	7h 25m	USD 42-103	FlixBus, Blablacar Bus, Union Ivkoni International
Flight	15	05:40-23:00	1h 10m	USD 57-259	Vueling, EasyJet, EasyJet Europe
Prices checked July 9, 2026 from 2226 scheduled departures.

Mode	Operator	Duration	Approx fare	Overnight
Train	Eurostar Nonstop via the Channel Tunnel, St Pancras International to Paris Gare du Nord, around 16 trains a day. Standard fares start from about GBP 39; book ahead for the lowest price and allow 60 to 90 minutes for check-in and border control.	about 2h16 to 2h28	approx €45 to €200	No	Check on 12Go →
Flight	British Airways / easyJet / Vueling Only faster than the Eurostar in the air. Two airport transfers and security usually make it slower centre to centre.	about 1h15 plus airport time	approx €40 to €130	No	Compare on Kiwi →
Bus	FlixBus / BlaBlaCar Bus (via tunnel or ferry) Cheapest overall but very slow. Overnight departures save a hotel night if the budget matters more than the time.	about 8 to 10 hours	approx €20 to €45	Yes	Check on 12Go →

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How long is the Eurostar from London to Paris?

About 2 hours 16 minutes on the fastest service and around 2h28 on a typical one, nonstop from London St Pancras International to Paris Gare du Nord, both in the city centre.

What is the London to Paris Eurostar timetable?

There are roughly 16 Eurostar trains a day, running from early morning to late evening, so departures are frequent throughout the day. Check the exact times for your date, as the schedule is denser on weekdays.

Is there a direct train from London to Paris?

Yes. Every Eurostar runs nonstop through the Channel Tunnel, St Pancras International to Paris Gare du Nord, with no change and no airport in sight.

What is the best way to get from London to Paris?

The Eurostar is the best all-round option: nonstop, about 2h16 to 2h28, and centre to centre. A flight is slower door to door once you add airport transfers, and the coach is only worth it on the tightest budget.

How much does the Eurostar from London to Paris cost?

Advance standard fares start from about GBP 39 one way and rise steeply as the date nears, with typical booked-ahead prices in the GBP 50 to 90 range. The coach is cheaper but takes most of a day or night.

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