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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$165
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
348 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon will cost around $165 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Of the 4 trains that leave London Kings Cross (KGX) for Paris Gare de Lyon on Wed, Jul 15, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 348 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 23 m .
On Wed, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 2 h 28 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.
8:01 PM2h28London Kings Cross (KGX)10:29 PMParis Gare de Lyon$701One-way0 transfers- 7:01 PM2h28London Kings Cross (KGX)9:29 PMParis Gare de Lyon$701One-way0 transfers
- 12:31 PM2h25London Kings Cross (KGX)2:56 PMParis Gare de Lyon$2191One-way0 transfers
- 6:01 PM2h23London Kings Cross (KGX)8:24 PMParis Gare de Lyon$3001One-way0 transfers
- 6:01 PM2h23London Kings Cross (KGX)8:24 PMParis Gare de Lyon$3001One-way0 transfers
- 12:31 PM2h25London Kings Cross (KGX)2:56 PMParis Gare de Lyon$2191One-way0 transfers
- 8:01 PM2h28London Kings Cross (KGX)10:29 PMParis Gare de Lyon$701One-way0 transfers
- 7:01 PM2h28London Kings Cross (KGX)9:29 PMParis Gare de Lyon$701One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $47.
Distance: 216 miles (348 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$175 Average price | $80 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 23m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $80 (€66).
A bus is $124 (€102) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon costing on average $175 (€144).
Other travel options to Paris Gare de Lyon take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 21m.
Bus takes on average 9h 53m.
You'll arrive about 3h 47m sooner (2h 21m by train vs 6h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $175 (€144) compared to roughly $75 (€62) 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.
Direct services run with Eurostar.
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.
Live departures
London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon train times
The table below shows live departures for London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:31 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h22 | 11:53 AM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h28 | 7:29 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h28 | 8:29 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:01 PM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 2h28 | 10:29 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon
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Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€39) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:01, the last at 20:31. The fastest train covers the 216 miles (348 km) distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 216 miles (348 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€39) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 5:01 AM |
Last train 8:31 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Train companies: Eurostar from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon trainsEurostar trains will get you between London Kings Cross (KGX) and Paris Gare de Lyon from $29 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Kings Cross (KGX) to Paris Gare de Lyon 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 Gare de Lyon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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