- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€297
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€297
Fastest journey on Sep 20
5 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
6 h 50 m
Trains on Sep 20
5
Distance
561 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Idar-Oberstein to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Idar-Oberstein to London will cost around €297 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €297.
It's difficult to get from Idar-Oberstein to London without transferring at least 2 times.










Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Idar-Oberstein to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €134 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €134, while a flight costs an average of €441.
Distance: 348 miles (561 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€393 Average price | €441 Average price | €134 Average price Cheapest | €82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 18h 4m Average total duration 17h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Idar-Oberstein to London:
A bus is €259 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Idar-Oberstein to London costing on average €393.
A bus is €307 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Idar-Oberstein to London costing on average €441.
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 34m.
Bus takes on average 17h 34m.
You'll arrive about 1h 53m sooner (6h 34m by train vs 8h 27m by car). Tickets start at around €393 compared to roughly €82 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Idar-Oberstein to London trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:57 AM Idar-Oberstein | 5h33 | 12:30 PM London | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:05 AM Idar-Oberstein | 5h25 | 2:30 PM London | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:06 AM Idar-Oberstein | 5h24 | 4:30 PM London | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:05 PM Idar-Oberstein | 5h25 | 6:30 PM London | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:05 PM Idar-Oberstein | 14h25 | 9:30 AM London | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:05 AM Idar-Oberstein | 12h25 | 12:30 PM London | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Idar-Oberstein to London run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €374 but you can travel from only €86 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 348 miles (561 km) distance in 6h 27m.
Distance 348 miles (561 km) |
Average train duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €374 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 27m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 7:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Idar-Oberstein to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Idar-Oberstein to London trains use the Idar-Oberstein to London St Pancras International station pair. Use this guide to compare Idar-Oberstein and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Fischbach-Weierbach is 7 km from Idar-Oberstein city centre. Public transport options include:
Fischbach-Weierbach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Hotel-Café Rieth
Wi-Fi is available at Fischbach-Weierbach. ATMs are available at Fischbach-Weierbach.
Ticket office support is available at Fischbach-Weierbach. Information desks are available at Fischbach-Weierbach.
Luggage storage is available at Fischbach-Weierbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fischbach-Weierbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fischbach-Weierbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fischbach-Weierbach.
Nearby hotels include Hotel-Café Rieth.
Idar-Oberstein is 1 km from Idar-Oberstein city centre. Public transport options include:
Idar-Oberstein has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Spießbratenhaus Kammerhof, Eissalon San Marco, Ratsstübchen, Cafe am Markt
Wi-Fi is available at Idar-Oberstein. ATMs are available at Idar-Oberstein.
Ticket office support is available at Idar-Oberstein. Information desks are available at Idar-Oberstein.
Luggage storage is available at Idar-Oberstein. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Idar-Oberstein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Idar-Oberstein: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Idar-Oberstein.
Nearby hotels include Amethyst, Edelstein-Hotel, Schloßschenke, City Hotel.
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.
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