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Musée du Louvre
One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£198
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£223
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 23 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 26 m
Trains on 05 Sept
3
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ebbsfleet Valley to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ebbsfleet Valley to Paris will cost around £223 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £198.
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 3 trains from Ebbsfleet Valley to Paris, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 322 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ebbsfleet Valley to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £49 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 56m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, while a train costs an average of £145.
Distance: 322 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£145 Average Price | £78 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 59m Average total duration 10h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ebbsfleet Valley to Paris:
A coach is £30 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ebbsfleet Valley to Paris costing on average £78.
A coach is £96 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ebbsfleet Valley to Paris costing on average £145.
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 26m.
Coach takes on average 10h 29m.
You'll arrive about 2h 58m sooner (2h 26m by train vs 5h 24m by car). Tickets start at around £145 compared to roughly £36 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Ebbsfleet Valley to Paris trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9044 | 17:31 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h29 | 21:00 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9046 | 18:01 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h29 | 21:30 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9050 | 19:01 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h25 | 22:26 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
9054 | 20:01 London St Pancras International (STP) | 2h24 | 23:25 Paris Gare du Nord | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
![]() | 14:31 Ebbsfleet Valley | 2h31 | 17:02 Paris | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Ebbsfleet Valley to Paris run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £58 but you can travel from only £30 by coach.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 322 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 322 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £58 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 6:01 |
Last train 21:13 |
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One of the world’s greatest museums, housing masterpieces from antiquity to the nineteenth century, including the Mona Lisa.
World-renowned museum of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist art in a grand former railway station on the Seine.
Museum devoted to Claude Monet and other Impressionists, best known for the immersive Water Lilies rooms.
Historic hilltop district with artists, stairways, village atmosphere, and some of the best panoramic views in Paris.
Elegant avenue running from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, famous for shops and national events.
Stylish historic district of mansions, courtyards, boutiques, and museums, ideal for wandering central Paris streets.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red wine with bacon, mushrooms and onions. A classic French bistro dish linked to Burgundy and beloved in Paris.
Rich onion soup topped with toasted bread and melted cheese. In its traditional form it uses beef stock, making it a famous but non-vegetarian Paris bistro staple.
Duck confit cooked slowly in its own fat until tender, often served with potatoes. A traditional French speciality commonly found on Paris menus.
Elegant dining room by the Seine offering refined French cuisine and polished service in a landmark Paris setting.
Well-known crêperie specialising in Breton galettes and sweet crêpes, with a cosy, long-established atmosphere in Montparnasse.
Historic Art Nouveau brasserie near Gare de Lyon, known for classic French dishes and a grand Belle Époque dining room.
Very expensive for Europe: hotels, dining, and attractions cost more than in most French cities, though metros and bakeries help keep short stays manageable.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up the fare or bill is customary.
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Paris Gare du Nord -> Châtelet–Les Halles, Paris
Travelling from Ebbsfleet to Paris is fast and simple, using high speed trains. There are regular departures from very early in the morning until early afternoon, with both direct and indirect services available.
Eurostar operates all of the direct services. Indirect journeys use a combination of Eurostar trains and the high speed services operated by SNCF, the French national train company.
The daily direct trains from Ebbsfleet to Paris take between just over two hours and two hours and 20 minutes to complete the journey. The fastest indirect trains, requiring a change at Lille Europe, take just under three hours. Some of these indirect journeys can, however, take more than four and a half hours, with some requiring two changes, at Lille Europe and at Arras.
Departure train station: Ebbsfleet International station is the departure point for all journeys from Ebbsfleet to Paris, whether direct or requiring a change. This small but modern station has toilets and cash machines available along with a currency exchange and a shop with takeaway food sold. Local buses serve the station and there is a taxi rank just outside. There is extensive car parking. Local trains to other destinations depart regularly.
Arrival train station: Paris Gare du Nord is the large, historic station in the heart of Paris where all of these journeys from Ebbsfleet arrive. There's a very large range of available facilities at this busy station. These include cafes, newsagents and a shop. There are also toilets, left luggage facilities, cash machines and a currency exchange. Paris Gare du Nord is directly linked to the city's Metro system. The Paris suburban rail service, RER, also has a stop at Paris Gare du Nord. Local bus services depart from just outside the station and there is also a taxi rank.
The Eurostar is a high-speed train company connecting the UK to continental Europe and beyond.
When planning trips to Eurostar destinations, consider checking back for offers on Eurostar tickets. Speak to the Customer Care team at the Omio help centre for cancellations or changes to your ticket from Ebbsfleet to Paris.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ebbsfleet Valley to Paris by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ebbsfleet Valley to Paris trains use the London St Pancras International to Paris Gare du Nord station pair. Use this guide to compare Ebbsfleet Valley and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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