Station / Airport guideFor assistance boarding the train, arrive at the platform at least 30 minutes the before train departure time. Wheelchairs and boarding ramps are available if required.
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Navigating Gare de Lyon. Getting to and from your train at Gare de Lyon is simple, even though the station is spread out a bit.
Eurostar recommends that you get to London St Pancras around an hour and 15 minutes before departure. This will give you enough time to clear security and passport control (for both the UK and France), and then wait in the departure lounge until the platform is announced.
There is no difference in the on-board service as no food or drink is included in 1st class on most French domestic TGVs. 1st class is just nicer seating, with the option of solo seats or a face to face table for two.
Check-in for Eurostar journeys opens an hour and 15 minutes before departure. We recommend that you arrive at least 90 minutes prior to your train leaving so you can have a stress-free check-in.
The check-in procedure for Eurostar train journeys takes roughly 20 minutes from start to finish, and depending on the class you're travelling in, it's recommended that you arrive at least 90 minutes before your Eurostar train leaves.
When should I arrive at the station? Unless you're taking the Auto Train, plan to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled departure. If you need assistance with baggage and/or ticketing, we recommend you arrive 60 minutes early.
Most TGV trains have a bar car serving snacks, sandwiches, coffee and beer and wine. TER trains do not have a bar car. You can bring any food and drink on to the train with you, and many people do this.
The subway journey time between Gare de Lyon (Paris Métro) and Paris is around 5 min and covers a distance of around 2 km. Operated by RATP Metro, the Gare de Lyon (Paris Métro) to Paris subway service departs from Gare de Lyon and arrives in Hôtel de Ville.