The cheapest and fastest trains from Waterloo to Paris
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£89
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Waterloo to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Waterloo to Paris will cost around £89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Of the 5 trains that leave Waterloo for Paris every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 254 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 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Waterloo to Paris
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Waterloo to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 254 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£83 Average Price | £10 Average Price Cheapest | £189 Average Price |
2h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 50m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Waterloo to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Waterloo to Paris trains for today, Wednesday 19 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:49 Waterloo | 2h19 | 09:08 Paris | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:10 Waterloo | 2h28 | 09:38 Paris | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:41 Waterloo | 2h24 | 10:05 Paris | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:41 Waterloo | 2h24 | 12:05 Paris | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:41 Waterloo | 2h40 | 14:21 Paris | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Waterloo to Paris by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Waterloo to Paris
Trains from Waterloo to Paris run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 254 km distance in 1h 43m.
Distance 254 km |
Average train duration 1h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 43m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 22:17 |
Train companies: Eurostar from Waterloo to Paris trainsEurostar trains will get you between Waterloo and Paris from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Waterloo to Paris train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Waterloo 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Waterloo and Paris
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
- €0.70
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
- 1200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
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