Is it worth taking the train from London to Paris?
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. What is this? But if you're only visiting Paris for one day, it's best to plan your trip carefully so that you get as much out of it as you can.
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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.
Thanks to the fast and efficient Eurostar train, it's never been easier to visit Paris for a day. The train takes just two hours and 20 minutes. Honestly, one day isn't enough for Paris — ideally, you should spend as much time there as you can. I would gladly stay in Paris for weeks on end.
I've taken both the Eurostar train and flown to Paris from London several times. While it can cost more, I prefer traveling by Eurostar, which is much better for the environment. Eurostar is rarely delayed and the check-in process is way less stressful than at airports.
It is audacious, daring, beautiful – as is the journey on Eurostar from London to Paris. You've perhaps travelled on Eurostar so often that familiarity has numbed your reaction to this journey. But take another look and you'll discover that the ride to Paris is 140 minutes of pure theatre.
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.
Eurostar Train. This is perhaps the easiest way to get from London to Paris and is usually our recommended way to travel between the two cities. The Eurostar is fast and efficient, and direct from the heart of London to the heart of Paris.
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.
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.
Paris to London by bus or car…The most affordable way to get from Paris to London is by bus, which costs between $17 and $35. It's a time commitment, though—the ride is over nine hours. FlixBus offers service from Gallieni station in Paris to Victoria Coach station in Westminster five times daily.
To travel on Eurostar you need either a valid passport or a national identity card (EEA citizens and Swiss nationals). Babies and children must have their own valid travel documents.
First-time travelers should try and plan around 4-5 days—ample time to enjoy some classic Parisian highlights and visit a few of the 20 arrondissements (neighborhoods).
The cheapest time to visit Paris is during the off-season — in the winter, before and after the holiday rush, which means early December, January, and February.