London Paddington (PAD) to Paris Gare de l'Est train with Eurostar

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The cheapest and fastest trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Paris Gare de l'Est

Showing times and prices for Jul 10

Cheapest price

$138

Average price

$207

Fastest journey

2 h 18 m

Average duration

2 h 18 m

Trains per day

Distance

345 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Paris Gare de l'Est is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from London Paddington (PAD) to Paris Gare de l'Est will cost around $207 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $138.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave London Paddington (PAD) for Paris Gare de l'Est on Thu, Jul 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jul 10 the direct trains cover the 345 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .

On Thu, Jul 10 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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.

05:01AM2h18

London Paddington (PAD)

07:19AMParis Gare de l'Est

$1381One-way

0 transfers

06:01AM2h18

London Paddington (PAD)

08:19AMParis Gare de l'Est

$2751One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for London Paddington (PAD) to Paris Gare de l'Est

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Paddington (PAD) to Paris Gare de l'Est among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, and a train costs an average of €58.

Distance: 214 miles (345 km)

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Most popular Train	Flight	Bus
€192 Average price	€82 Average price	€59 Average price Cheapest
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	9h 28m Average total duration 8h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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Overview: Train from London Paddington (PAD) to Paris Gare de l'Est

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Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Paris Gare de l'Est run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) but you can travel from only $27 (€21) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $27 (€21)

Distance

214 miles (345 km)

Average train duration

2h 24m

Cheapest ticket price

$72 (€58)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

2h 18m

First train

05:01

Last train

19:31

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $27 (€21)

Train companies: Eurostar from London Paddington (PAD) to Paris Gare de l'Est trains

You can travel by train between London Paddington (PAD) and Paris Gare de l'Est with Eurostar for as low as $312 (€250). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Eurostar is the exclusive high-speed railway service connecting the United Kingdom with countries in continental Europe like France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Most Eurostar trains travel through the Channel Tunnel, also known as the Chunnel, between the UK and France. With a high-speed train service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), you will travel in ultimate comfort coupled with modern, comfortable seats and large windows. When booking your Eurostar you can choose between three ticket types: Standard, Standard Premier, and Business Premier,

Train information from London Paddington (PAD) to Paris Gare de l'Est with Eurostar:

Average Duration: 2 h 21 min
Cheapest Price: $312

FAQs: Trains from London Paddington (PAD) to Paris Gare de l'Est

FAQs: Travel by train from London Paddington (PAD) to Paris Gare de l'Est 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 London Paddington (PAD) to Paris Gare de l'Est.

While you can't take a direct train from London Paddington to Paris Gare de l'Est, you can travel by train from London by starting at London St Pancras International and heading to Paris Gare du Nord with the Eurostar, which is part of the available train travel mode. Alternatives include traveling by bus or flight to reach Paris Gare de l'Est from London.

While the journey typically involves trains, the cheapest way from London Paddington to Paris Gare de l'Est is by bus, with fares starting at €21.

Yes, it is possible to do a day trip from London Paddington to Paris Gare de l'Est. The journey has a duration of 2 hours and 20 minutes, covers a distance of 345 km, and offers a frequency of 14 trains a day between the two stations.

There is no direct train from London Paddington to Paris Gare de l'Est. To travel this route directly, you can take a train from London St Pancras International to Paris Gare du Nord, operated by Eurostar, with a frequency of up to 14 departures daily.

The train journey from London Paddington to Paris Gare de l'Est takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes over a distance of 345 kilometers. Trains run with a frequency of 14 times per day.

The first train from London Paddington to Paris Gare de l'Est leaves at 5:01.

While there is no direct high-speed service from London Paddington to Paris Gare de l'Est, travelers typically board a high-speed train service at London St Pancras International. London Paddington does not directly connect with Paris Gare de l'Est, as high-speed trains like the Eurostar do not operate from this station.

The last train from London Paddington to Paris Gare de l'Est departs at 20:01.

There is no sleeper train service from London Paddington to Paris Gare de l'Est, and the last journey departs at 20:01.

Train journeys between London Paddington and Paris Gare de l'Est typically involve a transfer at London St Pancras International, utilized for the Eurostar service. While the route includes travel through suburban London and Southeast English countryside before a transition under the Channel Tunnel, it is not famed for scenic views akin to more picturesque rail journeys; the focus is often on the speed and convenience of travel between these major cities.