- Must visit
The British Museum
World-famous museum with ancient art and archaeology collections, including the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian galleries.
Cheapest price
$250
Average price
$277
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
343 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to London Kings Cross (KGX) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to London Kings Cross (KGX) will cost around $277 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $250.
Of the 2 trains that leave Paris Gare Saint-Lazare for London Kings Cross (KGX) on Thu, Jul 09, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct trains cover the 343 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to London Kings Cross (KGX) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $98.
Distance: 213 miles (343 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$247 Average price | $97 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $55 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 55m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to London Kings Cross (KGX):
A bus is $61 (€50) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average $97 (€80).
A bus is $211 (€173) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to London Kings Cross (KGX) costing on average $247 (€203).
Other travel options to London Kings Cross (KGX) take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 25m.
Bus takes on average 8h 53m.
You'll arrive about 3h 15m sooner (2h 25m by train vs 5h 40m by car). Tickets start at around $247 (€203) compared to roughly $55 (€45) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to London Kings Cross (KGX) trains for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:09 AM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 2h21 | 8:30 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:32 AM Paris Gare Saint-Lazare | 2h28 | 9:00 AM London Kings Cross (KGX) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Paris Gare Saint-Lazare to London Kings Cross (KGX) run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $98 (€80) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 18:09. The fastest train covers the 213 miles (343 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 213 miles (343 km) |
Average train duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $98 (€80) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 6:09 AM |
Last train 6:09 PM |
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Discover the best of London Kings Cross — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect London Kings Cross trip today.
World-famous museum with ancient art and archaeology collections, including the Rosetta Stone and Egyptian galleries.
Museum telling the story of the Foundling Hospital, Britain’s first home for abandoned children, with art and social history displays.
Historic house museum in Dickens’s former home, exploring his life, works, and Victorian London.
Large canal-side public square known for its fountains, events, and lively atmosphere in the redeveloped King’s Cross district.
Stylish regenerated shopping and public space in King’s Cross, popular for architecture, design, and social-media-friendly views.
Scenic walking route ideal for waterside strolls from King’s Cross toward Camden, with photogenic boats and industrial heritage.
Battered white fish with chips, a classic London takeaway and pub staple, often served with mushy peas and tartare sauce.
A traditional London working-class dish of meat pie, mashed potatoes, and parsley liquor, closely associated with the city.
A hearty breakfast of eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, and toast that remains a beloved British classic.
A highly regarded all-day restaurant near King's Cross, famous for Bombay-inspired dishes, breakfast, and a lively railway-themed setting.
An established brasserie in the restored historic building by King's Cross, known for Central European dishes and an elegant grand dining room.
A well-known all-day dining spot and coffee roastery, valued for creative global plates, brunch, and an industrial-chic atmosphere.
Prices are high by UK standards, especially for hotels and dining near the station, though chain cafes and takeaway meals can keep daily costs manageable.
Service charge of 12.5% is often added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12%. No tip needed for counter service. Round up or add about GBP 1-2 for taxis if helpful.
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