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Compare train, coach and flight for Paris to London

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, while a flight costs an average of £490.

Distance: 344 km

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Driving

£490

Average Price

£114

Average Price

£42

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Cheapest

£97

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(fuel + tolls)

7h 33m

Average total duration

5h 33m

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2h 0m

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2h 56m

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2h 26m

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30m

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9h 57m

Average total duration

9h 27m

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30m

Additional time*

6h 6m

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1.0 - 2.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.9kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Paris to London is a coach with an average price of £42.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to London:

A coach is £72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to London costing on average £114.

A coach is £448 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to London costing on average £490.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to London is by train with an average journey time of 2h 56m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Flight takes on average 7h 33m.

Coach takes on average 9h 57m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Paris and London including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £42 compared to roughly £97 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £55. The journey takes 9h 27m versus 6h 6m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Paris to London

How to get to London from Paris by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Paris to London is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Sindbad0
    11:009h30
    Paris
    19:30London
    £601One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Sindbad0
    11:009h30
    Paris
    19:30London
    £601One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • easyJetU28402
    7:151h10
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    7:25London Gatwick Airport
    £1421One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Eurostar9011
    7:442h46
    Paris Gare du Nord
    9:30London St Pancras International (STP)
    £1961One-way
    0 changes
  • Eurostar9027
    11:432h47
    Paris Gare du Nord
    13:30London St Pancras International (STP)
    £2221One-way
    0 changes
  • Eurostar9019
    9:402h50
    Paris Gare du Nord
    11:30London St Pancras International (STP)
    £2221One-way
    0 changes
  • BlaBlaCar Bus1153
    20:209h50
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    5:10London, Victoria Coach Station
    £631One-way
    0 changes
  • TopBus6883962
    21:009h15
    Paris
    5:15London
    £641One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    22:159h40
    Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)
    6:55London, Victoria Coach Station
    £961One-way
    0 changes
  • easyJetU22434
    9:051h20
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    9:25London Luton Airport
    £1311One-way
    0 changes
  • VuelingVY8960
    13:451h30
    Paris Orly Airport
    14:15London Heathrow Airport
    £1671One-way
    0 changes
  • easyJetU28406
    21:201h10
    Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
    21:30London Gatwick Airport
    £1771One-way
    0 changes

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How to Travel from Paris to London

Travelling between Paris and London can be done by either train, bus or flight and depending on the mode of transport can be done between 2 and 8 hours. Using the Eurostar service is the quickest and most convenient way between the two cities and gets from the capital of France to the capital of the UK within 2 hours.

Trains from Paris to London | Buses from Paris to London | Flights from Paris to London

Paris to London Travel Comparison

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Travel Time

Cheapest Time to Book

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£15

8:30 h

1 Day Before

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£48

2:17 h

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£40

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What is the best way to travel from Paris to London?

Cheapest way to travel from Paris to London


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Two providers, Eurolines and iDBUS operate direct routes, both finishing their journeys at London Victoria Coach Station, with an average travel time of around 8 hours. Eurolines services depart from Paris Gallieni Porte Bagnolet, with around 11 departures a day, while iDBUS routes leave from Gare Paris Bercy, with up to 7 departures a day. Although this travel mode option has the longest travel time it is the most scenic, and sometimes saves travellers the most money.


Fastest way to travel from Paris to London


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The Eurostar service departs from Paris Gare du Nord and arrives at London St. Pancras International station in the centre of the city. There are around 10 Eurostar trains that depart Paris every day with a direct service time of between 2 and 2.5 hours. Facilities on the train include wifi, air conditioning, luggage racks and a refreshment service. To save money on Eurostar tickets book as far in advance as possible.


Most popular way to travel from Paris to London


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While the Eurostar is often the mode of choice for people travelling from Paris to London, many people still choose to fly on this route. Airlines that fly between Paris and London include easyJet and British Airways. Flights depart from either Paris Orly Airport or Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive at either London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London City or London Luton airports. Between them, they offer over 30 flights a day, with a total journey time of around 4 hours including time needed at the airport.

Tip: Once Landed in London the most cost effective way to get around is to purchase an Oyster Card for a deposit of £5 which saves visitors money on trains, the underground, and the bus network. When leaving the city travellers can return the Oyster Card at most information points inside stations and receive the deposit back.


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FAQs: Paris to London

Travel to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Paris to London.

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There are 3 options to travel between Paris and London including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Paris to London is a coach with an average price of £42.

This is compared to other travel options from Paris to London:

A coach is £72 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to London costing on average £114.

A coach is £448 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to London costing on average £490.

The fastest way to travel from Paris to London is by train with an average journey time of 2h 56m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Flight takes on average 7h 33m.

Coach takes on average 9h 57m.

The Paris to London distance is approximately 344 km.
The average frequency per day from Paris to London is:
  • Around 75 flights per day.
  • Around 15 trains per day.
  • Around 7 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Paris and London as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Paris to London:
  • Trains mostly depart from Paris Gare du Nord and arrive in London St Pancras International (STP).
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) and arrive in London, Victoria Coach Station.
  • Ferries mostly depart from Dieppe and arrive in Port of Newhaven.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Paris to London, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Eurostar to go to London by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, TopBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Sindbad to go to London by coach.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Global Supply Systems, Qatar Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, Swiss, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, Vueling, AJet, Turkish Airlines, ITA, easyJet to go to London by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Paris to London with the following travel companies:
  • 15 direct trains per day with Eurostar.
  • 7 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, TopBus, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International, Sindbad.
  • 28 direct flights per day with British Airways, Air France, Vueling, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Paris to London often also extend their vacation to go to Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Manchester, Oxford, Brussels. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between London and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Paris to London, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In London, you can enjoy panoramic views from The London Eye, catch a theatrical production in the vibrant West End Theatre District, and explore the eclectic Camden Market. Take a leisurely walk through Hyde Park or visit the Tate Modern for contemporary art. Don't miss the British Museum's vast collection, the historic Tower of London, iconic Buckingham Palace, and the political landmarks of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. St. Paul's Cathedral offers architectural beauty and rich history.
For a first-time visitor to London, 3 to 4 days is usually sufficient to explore major attractions such as the British Museum, Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the West End.

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