The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to London Waterloo (WAT)
Cheapest price
$70
Average price
$172
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
345 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to London Waterloo (WAT) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare de Lyon to London Waterloo (WAT) will cost around $172 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $70.
Of the 4 trains that leave Paris Gare de Lyon for London Waterloo (WAT) on Thu, Mar 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 19 the direct trains cover the 345 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
On Thu, Mar 19 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.








Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Paris Gare de Lyon to London Waterloo (WAT)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare de Lyon to London Waterloo (WAT) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $70.
Distance: 214 miles (345 km)
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$165 Average price | $82 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest |
2h 51m Average total duration 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 37m Average total duration 9h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Paris Gare de Lyon to London Waterloo (WAT) train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare de Lyon to London Waterloo (WAT) trains for today, Wednesday, March 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9007 | 6:09 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h21 | 8:30 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9009 | 6:37 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h23 | 9:00 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9013 | 7:39 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h21 | 10:00 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9015 | 8:03 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h27 | 10:30 AM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9023 | 10:10 AM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h20 | 12:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9031 | 12:02 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h28 | 2:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9037 | 1:36 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h29 | 4:05 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9039 | 2:08 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h22 | 4:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9043 | 3:09 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h26 | 5:35 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9047 | 4:09 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h21 | 6:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9051 | 5:09 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h30 | 7:39 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9055 | 6:09 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h21 | 8:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
9063 | 8:09 PM Paris Gare du Nord | 2h21 | 10:30 PM London St Pancras International (STP) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris Gare de Lyon to London Waterloo (WAT)
Trains from Paris Gare de Lyon to London Waterloo (WAT) run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 20:12. The fastest train covers the 214 miles (345 km) distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 214 miles (345 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 06:02 |
Last train 20:12 |
Train companies: Eurostar from Paris Gare de Lyon to London Waterloo (WAT) trainsEurostar trains will get you between Paris Gare de Lyon and London Waterloo (WAT) from $26 (€21). 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 Paris Gare de Lyon to London Waterloo (WAT)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris Gare de Lyon to London Waterloo (WAT) 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 Waterloo (WAT), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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