How to get to London from Valenciennes

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Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Valenciennes to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valenciennes to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £23, while a flight costs an average of £348.

Distance: 287 km

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4h 48m

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6h 13m

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4h 29m

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Compare ways to travel from Valenciennes to London

Compare the available ways to get from Valenciennes to London, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Valenciennes to London is a ferry with an average price of £23.

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

A ferry is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valenciennes to London costing on average £46.

A ferry is £43 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Valenciennes to London costing on average £65.

A ferry is £326 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valenciennes to London costing on average £348.

The fastest way to travel from Valenciennes to London is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 48m.

Flight takes on average 6h 13m.

Coach takes on average 13h 34m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Valenciennes and London including taking a train, coach, flight and ferry.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 11m faster (4h 18m by train vs 4h 29m by car) and roughly £19 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£46 vs £65). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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

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

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Why visit Bath for the day?

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Why visit Canterbury for the day?

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FAQs: Valenciennes 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 Valenciennes to London.

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There are 4 options to travel between Valenciennes and London including taking a train, coach, flight and ferry.
The cheapest way to travel from Valenciennes to London is a ferry with an average price of £23.

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

A ferry is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valenciennes to London costing on average £46.

A ferry is £43 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Valenciennes to London costing on average £65.

A ferry is £326 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valenciennes to London costing on average £348.

The fastest way to travel from Valenciennes to London is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 48m.

Flight takes on average 6h 13m.

Coach takes on average 13h 34m.

The Valenciennes to London distance is approximately 287 km.
The average frequency per day from Valenciennes to London is:
  • Around 30 trains per day.
  • Around 16 flights per day.
  • Around 8 ferries per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

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

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Valenciennes to London, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Baltic, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Indigo Airlines to go to London by flight.
  • Travel with Norfolk Line, DFDS to go to London by ferry.
  • Travel with Eurostar to go to London by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to London by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Valenciennes to London with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct flights per day with British Airways, Brussels Airlines.
  • 8 direct ferries per day with Norfolk Line, DFDS.
  • 1 direct trains per day with Eurostar.
Omio customers who travel from Valenciennes to London often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Manchester, Oxford. 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 Valenciennes to London, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach, flight and ferry.
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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