Is it worth taking Eurostar from London to Paris?

But not everyone has lots of extra time on their trip. So is it worth it if you only have one day to spare? Absolutely — taking the train from London to Paris is always worth it. Even if all you have is one day, you can still make it the best day ever.



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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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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. Sad Sprinter said: I kind of wish it was nationalised and subsidised to have cheaper fares.

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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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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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What's the major difference between first class and second class seating on the Eurostar? The first class seats are more comfortable and there is more room between them. Unless money is no object, don't bother with the first class on Eurostar. You'd have to look pretty hard to tell the two classes apart.

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The Standard travel experience We won't charge you for choosing your seats, and there are no restrictions on liquids (so bring something bubbly for the journey). Find out more about our luggage allowances.

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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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Book early to get the best prices With Eurostar, you can book tickets up to 120 days in advance and the earlier you book, the better value the fares.

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Our trains have free wi-fi throughout. To connect, choose EurostarTrainsWiFi then go to register.onboard.eurostar.com to get started.

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Any quantity of inflammable substances, including empty canisters e.g. petrol, methylated spirits, paint thinners. Don't worry though, you can take nail polish and hairspray. Firelighters and lighter fuel. All flick knives, gravity knives and daggers.

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Your passport will be checked by UKBA security staff before being checked by French passport control. This will only take a few minutes.

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There's no restriction on liquids so you can take all your favourite toiletries.

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Declaring cash If you're carrying cash of €10,000 or more (or the equivalent amount in another currency), you must declare it to EU customs and complete an EU Cash Declaration Form. Cash you must declare includes: Banknotes and coins. Bearer negotiable instruments (eg.

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Overhead racks on European trains take small & medium holdalls & suitcases up to & including backpack-size... Racks near the entrance doors will take larger items. This is Eurostar. On some trains you can fit a medium suitcase, backpack or holdall between the seat backs.

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Tickets for public transportation in Paris The metro, buses, RER trains and trams all use the same ticketing system. A basic ticket costs around €2 (a little over $2), making it a very economical way of getting around Paris.

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