Is it cheaper to Eurostar or fly to Paris?

Unless you book well in advance, the cost of traveling to Paris on the Eurostar is more expensive than flying.



Whether the Eurostar or flying is cheaper depends on your booking window and your "hidden" costs. For 2026, Eurostar tickets from London St Pancras to Paris Gare du Nord often start around £39–£55 ($50–$70) if booked months in advance. While budget airlines might offer a "base fare" for as low as £25, you must add the costs of airport transfers (like the Heathrow Express or the train from CDG into Paris), which can easily add £40 to your trip. Additionally, Eurostar has no liquid restrictions and a much more generous luggage allowance than budget airlines. When you factor in the value of your time (city-center to city-center) and the lack of baggage fees, the Eurostar is almost always the more economical and convenient choice for a London-to-Paris trip, despite the occasionally higher "sticker price" of the ticket itself.

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Over the last two years, I've traveled between London and Paris three times. On nearly all of those journeys, I opted to take the Eurostar – for good reason. Unless you book well in advance, the cost of traveling to Paris on the Eurostar is more expensive than flying.

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Getting to Paris by train Train fares are usually more expensive than plane tickets and the train takes longer Therefore, we recommend taking a plane to Paris, but this alternative is perfect for those who don't like to fly. You can check out the schedules and fares on TGV's official website: TGV Europe.

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Make it midweek Savvy travellers know that the cheapest Eurostar tickets are usually for trains on Tuesday and Wednesday. It isn't only the fare that's a bargain, the hotels are too.

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Eurostar is center of London to the center of Paris and you don't have to be at the train station nearly as early as you do for a flight. Add in the cost of getting from Heathrow to central London and CDG to central Paris and you'll likely find not only is the cost equivalent but it's quicker to do the Eurostar.

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Faster & more reliable than flying From central London to central Paris, Eurostar is faster than flying, as well as more comfortable and convenient.

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Can I take food on board? Absolutely. You can bring your own food on European and London routes. And unlike in the sky, we won't restrict you with stifling rules on liquids.

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It depends which trains and what times you are looking at - Eurostar is very expensive in times of high demand because the cheap tickets get snapped up but can be relatively affordable if you choose less popular times.

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The pairing of European capital cities London and Paris is popular for travelers. Suggest clients take the high-speed train Eurostar as a convenient, sustainable, quick way to get the most out of their time exploring both cities.

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What are the benefits of using the Eurostar train? Fast and efficient travel: The Eurostar train is one of the fastest ways to travel between cities in Europe. The high-speed trains offer a comfortable and efficient way to travel between London, Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam.

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Eurostar trains are for foot passengers only, so are ideal if you don't need or want a vehicle for your trip. Eurotunnel Le Shuttle carries freight and all forms of vehicle, including cars, motorbikes, campervans, caravans, coaches and lorries.

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Find out what travel documents are needed to travel with Eurostar. To travel on Eurostar each passenger needs a valid passports.

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London to Paris is 491.8 km or 305 miles. Fastest journey time 2h15 non-stop. Check train times at www.eurostar.com.

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On Eurostar there's no weight limit for your luggage, but you must be able to carry and lift your bags safely on your own, as there is no porter service at the station and our teams are unfortunately unable to help with luggage. Each bag can be up to 85cm long at its widest point and should be clearly labelled.

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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.

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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.

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About Your Eurostar™ Ticket You can book your Eurostar™ tickets as part of your Disneyland Paris package which includes: Accommodation at a Disney® Hotel. Tickets to both Parks for the duration of your stay - Disneyland® Park and Walt Disney Studios® Park. Return Eurostar™ tickets in Standard Class.

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