When travelling on the Eurostar to London, you need to plan your journey taking station procedures into account, rather than treating it as a simple, quick walk to the platform. Document requirements for the UK are checked separately from the ticket purchase.
Before booking
On the Eurostar website, check the station, date, fare and recommended arrival time. Check the platform closure times and any security checks required for your route and ticket category. Do not rely on the general advice to arrive a few minutes before departure.
On the day of travel
Compare the local times in Paris and London as shown on your ticket, without adjusting the information provided. Read the luggage conditions and have your documents ready. Upon arrival, allow plenty of time for exiting the station and travelling to your destination.
Checking your ticket
Once you’ve booked, check the passenger details, the date, the stations and all the included sections. Save a complete copy of your boarding document offline. Prices and timetables are not specified in this guide: you’ll need to check the current options with the operator for your specific date.
See also: Paris–Amsterdam train: how to check Eurostar and the station; Madrid–Barcelona train: fares, luggage and time at the station.
Official sources
Eurostar: preparing for your journey. Please check current services, fares and conditions for your specific date; the photographs illustrate rail travel and do not confirm the configuration of a specific service.
Image details
- E320 Eurostar nearest the camera, older Alsthom stock behind at St Pancras.jpg — kitmasterbloke; CC BY 2.0. The image has been resized and converted to WebP. Licence terms can be found on the original page.
- EST 374 Standard Class Interior.jpg — Superalbs; CC BY-SA 4.0. The image has been resized and converted to WebP. Licence terms can be found on the original page.
Questions and answers
Can I travel on this as if it were a regular local train?
No, please follow Eurostar’s specific guidelines and procedures for this route.
Are the prices listed here up to date?
No. Please check the carrier’s offer for the final price with the required options.
What should I check regarding connections?
The exact stations, the actual transfer route and the type of tickets.
Is it enough to save the search results?
No. You’ll need a confirmed ticket and, where necessary, a booking confirmation.