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Musée du Doudou
An engaging museum on local history and folklore, best known for exhibits on the Ducasse de Mons and the Doudou tradition.
Cheapest price
£161
Average price
£195
Fastest journey
3 h 42 m
Average duration
3 h 43 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Mons is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Mons will cost around £195 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £161.
To travel from London to Mons you need to make at least one change.
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3737Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Mons among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 309 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£187 Average Price | £139 Average Price | £73 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 19m Average total duration 2h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 59m Average total duration 9h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for London to Mons trains for today, Tuesday 11 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9110+ 3731 | 7:04 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h42 | 11:46 Mons station | 1 change | |
9114+ 1732 | 7:34 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h45 | 12:19 Mons station | 1 change | |
9116+ 3733 | 9:01 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h45 | 13:46 Mons station | 1 change | |
9126+ 1735 | 10:34 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h45 | 15:19 Mons station | 1 change | |
9132+ 3737 | 13:01 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h45 | 17:46 Mons station | 1 change | |
9140+ 1739 | 14:34 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h45 | 19:19 Mons station | 1 change | |
9152+ 3741 | 17:04 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h42 | 21:46 Mons station | 1 change | |
9148+ 1743 | 18:34 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h50 | 23:24 Mons station | 1 change | |
9158+ 3744 | 20:04 London St Pancras International (STP) | 3h42 | 0:46 Mons station | 1 change | |
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Trains from London to Mons run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £42 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:18, the last at 22:20. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 2h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 5:18 |
Last train 22:20 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Mons — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Mons trip today.
An engaging museum on local history and folklore, best known for exhibits on the Ducasse de Mons and the Doudou tradition.
Set in the former home of the surrealist artist, this museum presents Magritte’s life, work and ties to the region.
A refined Art Nouveau house with preserved interiors, literary links and cultural displays, offering a quieter local experience.
Mons’ main square is lined with historic façades and terraces, making it the natural starting point for exploring the old centre.
This landscaped park on former fortifications offers pleasant walks, greenery and elevated views close to the historic centre.
The pedestrian shopping streets around the centre mix heritage buildings with local life and are ideal for an easy urban stroll.
A rich abbey beer brewed in nearby Hainaut. It is one of the region’s best-known drinks, valued for its dark malt profile and monastic heritage.
Classic Walloon pork sausage, often grilled and served with chips. It is a staple across southern Belgium and closely tied to local brasserie cooking.
Belgian mussels cooked with white wine, celery and onions, commonly eaten with chips. A beloved national dish widely enjoyed in Mons.
Elegant restaurant near the centre serving refined French-Belgian cooking in a polished, intimate setting.
Popular brasserie for Belgian classics, beer and seasonal dishes in a lively, traditional atmosphere on the Grand-Place.
Reliable local venue known for grills, Belgian favourites and hearty portions in a casual town-centre setting.
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining are usually a little cheaper than Brussels, while local buses and trains are reasonably priced for tourists.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are commonly rounded up. In cafés, small change is appreciated.
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Mons station -> Grand-Place, Mons
It's a quick and easy matter to travel from London to Mons by train as journeys only take around 3 hours and leave London St Pancras International Station regularly throughout the day. There are between 7 and 10 trains on weekdays from London to Mons, and all provide a high-speed service with just one change required.
Eurostar operate all trains between London and Mons. Passengers are required to switch service in Brussels to complete the journey to Mons. Reduced services operate between London and Mons at weekends, with just one train available.
Trains start running from London to Mons from early in the morning on weekdays and this trip takes 3 hours 30 minutes. The quickest journey to Mons can be completed in as little as 2 hours 56 minutes. All trains involve a brief change at Brussels-Midi, usually of approximately 19 minutes.
There are at least 7 trains running between London and Mons on weekdays. These are scheduled to leave throughout the day, with the earliest train departing St Pancras at just after 06:00 a.m, with service continuing til the early evening. Weekend service is reduced, though passengers can expect at least one train on Saturdays and Sundays.
Departure train station: All trains running from London to Mons depart from St Pancras International railway station and are operated by Eurostar. The station provides a variety of facilities, including free Wi-Fi, shops, restaurants, bars and a business lounge for Eurostar travellers. St Pancras International can be accessed via bus, London Underground and a variety of direct national rail links. St. Pancras is located less than five minutes from Kings Cross, allowing traveller's numerous route options when planning their journeys to the departure station.
Arrival train station: Mons railway station is located on Boulevard Charles Quint in Mons and passengers will find it's easy to continue local journeys via bus, taxi or train. The station has services for passengers with impaired mobility and amenities include a refreshment bar, luggage lockers and the blue-bike service.
The Eurostar is a high-speed train company connecting the UK to continental Europe and beyond.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Mons 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 Mons, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most London to Mons trains use the London St Pancras International to Mons station pair, with some services arriving at Bruxelles-Midi. Use this guide to compare London and Mons train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
London St Pancras International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: The Betjeman Arms, AMT Coffee, The Booking Office, Carluccio’s, Chop’d, Greggs
Free, unlimited WiFi is available throughout the station. ATMs are located in the Circle area and inside the Arcade.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:45 - 22:00, Sat: 06:00 - 21:00, Sun: 08:00 - 22:15. Information desks are located on the lower level in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on the lower concourse close to the Eurostar line. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London St Pancras International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London St Pancras International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London St Pancras International: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators, complimentary assistance for passengers with reduced mobility and other needs.
Nearby hotels include The Standard, Kimpton Fitzroy London, Alhambra Hotel.
Mons has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Citizen Fox, Copenhagen Tavern
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Mons. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Mons. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mons: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mons: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mons: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Dream, Hotel Lido Mons Centre, Congres Hotel Mons Van der Valk.
Nimy is 1 km from Mons city centre. Public transport options include:
Nimy has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, WC, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Nimy.
ATMs are available at Nimy.
Available at Nimy: WC.
Available at Nimy: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Obourg is 4 km from Mons city centre. Public transport options include:
Obourg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Obourg.
ATMs are available at Obourg.
Available at Obourg: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Obourg.
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