How do I take the train to Paris? Get to St Pancras International at our recommended arrival time to allow plenty of time to get through border controls and security. Then you’ll be on your way from London to Paris in style with Eurostar.
Where do you board the Eurostar?
London St Pancras International is our main Eurostar hub and connects the UK with some of the most exciting cities on the continent. Can’t wait for your trip from St Pancras International, but have a few questions before you travel?
Where do you board the Chunnel in London?
St. Pancras International Railway Station
Pancras International Railway Station, London.
How do you board a train in Paris?
Welcome aboard your TGV INOUI
- have your ticket in hand before you board. Simply print it or download it to your SNCF or TGV INOUI Pro2 mobile app.
- go to the boarding gates and hold your ticket over the reader, or ask an SNCF employee to scan it for you.
- board your train no later than 2 minutes before departure.
Does the train from London to Paris go under the English Channel?
Yes, trains from London to Paris travel underwater. In fact, the Channel Tunnel (or Chunnel, as it’s sometimes known), is just over 31 miles in length and is the longest continuous underwater tunnel in the world.
Is St Pancras the same as St Pancras International?
St Pancras railway station (/ˈpæŋkrəs/), also known as London St Pancras or St Pancras International and officially since 2007 as London St Pancras International, is a central London railway terminus on Euston Road in the London Borough of Camden.
How early should I arrive for my Eurostar train?
The check-in procedure for Eurostar train journeys takes roughly 20 minutes from start to finish, so it’s recommended that you arrive at least 45 minutes before your Eurostar train leaves.
What station does the Chunnel leave from in London?
St Pancras International station
Eurostar trains, which are passenger only, leave from St Pancras International station in London (some services also take on passengers in Ebbsfleet and Ashford in Kent) and go directly to the center of Paris and the other Eurostar destinations in Europe.
Where does Eurostar to Paris leave from?
PARIS GARE DU NORD. Located in the heart of Paris, this beautiful station is just a short hop from some of the city’s top attractions, including Montmartre and the Sacré-Coeur. Eurostar trains from Paris Gare du Nord station connect two of Europe’s most famous cities – Paris and London.
Do you sit in your car in the Chunnel?
Do you have to stay in your car? You can choose to sit in the car during the entire crossing, or get out and stretch your legs on the train. There are toilets available, should you need them.
How early should you get to Paris train station?
For your journey with TGV, INTERCITÉS and TER
To have plenty of time to find your car, your seat, to store your suitcases etc… we advise you to arrive 20 minutes before departure. Access to the train is guaranteed up to 2 minutes before departure, so avoid arriving at the very last minute!
What train station does the Eurostar arrive in Paris?
Paris Gare du Nord
Arriving at Paris Gare du Nord from London
Your London train to Paris on Eurostar will arrive right in the heart of the French capital at Gare du Nord station. And since all the passport checks are done before we leave the UK, you can step straight off the train and into the action.
Do I need a ticket to board a train?
If you board a train without a ticket at a station where ticket facilities were available, you may be given a Penalty Fare Notice (PFN) and have to pay a Penalty Fare by a ticket inspector who has been appointed as a ‘Penalty Fares Collector’.
What is the easiest way to get from London to Paris?
Travelling by train from London to Paris is quick, easy and enjoyable. Simply hop on one of our trains from London St Pancras and journey from one world-famous capital city to another in just over 2 hours.
Is the train ride from London to Paris pretty?
There are few railway stations better suited to a grand departure than St Pancras in London. It is audacious, daring, beautiful – as is the journey on Eurostar from London to Paris. You’ve perhaps travelled on Eurostar so often that familiarity has numbed your reaction to this journey.
How early do you need to be at St Pancras for Eurostar?
London St Pancras International
| Standard & Standard Premier | Classique & Avantage members | |
|---|---|---|
| How long before departure should I arrive? (mins) | 90 | 90 |
| How long before departure does the gate close? (mins) | 30 | 30 |
Whats the difference between Kings Cross and St Pancras?
King’s Cross is to the north of Euston Road, while St Pancras is to the south. The main difference between living in King’s Cross and St Pancras is that King’s Cross has a more independent area feel. Many local events in the area take place at The Regent’s Canal, where people can walk and socialize.
Where does the Eurostar leave from at St Pancras?
You enter the station from the street, Underground or taxi rank into the shopping arcade on the lower level of the station. The Eurostar departures area with the row of ticket gates leading to the Eurostar departure lounge is half way along the arcade, on the right when coming from the Underground.
Are Euston and St Pancras the same?
St Pancras provides access to Eurostar services travelling to both France and Belgium direct, as well as destinations across the UK. Euston provides connections to Scotland, the North the Midlands and destinations across London, and will grow significantly with the arrival of HS2.
Can I bring food on Eurostar?
Can you take food on the Eurostar? You’re welcome to bring your own food from home. Unlike airlines, there are no restrictions on liquids so you can even bring a bottle of bubbly.
How long does it take to get through security for the Eurostar?
45-60 minutes
How much time should I allow for security? For most journeys – but not all – you should get to the station 45-60 minutes before departure. This’ll give you enough time to scan your ticket, then go through security and passport control.