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Find trains from London and book onward journeys to Paris, Amsterdam, Edinburgh, and cities across the UK. One search shows live times and fares across every operator, so you can weigh speed vs price before you travel.
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When the train makes sense for travelling from London
From London, the Eurostar and fast domestic lines reach Paris, Amsterdam, Edinburgh, and cities across the UK with no airport hassle at either end. On these routes the train is usually the most time efficient option as well as the greener one, and booking fares in advance is often cheaper and usually more comfortable than flying.
Train travel questions
How long is the Eurostar from London to Paris, Brussels or Amsterdam?
The Eurostar from London to Paris takes around 2 hours 20 minutes, from Brussels about 2 hours, and Amsterdam roughly 4 hours, all direct from St Pancras. End to end, it's the most time efficient, comfortable option.
How long is the train from London to Edinburgh, Manchester or Liverpool?
Fast trains from London reach Manchester and Liverpool in about 2 hours 10 minutes, and Edinburgh in around 4 hours 20 minutes. Advance London train tickets on these routes are the cheapest, so it's best to book ahead when you can.
Is the train from London to Paris cheaper than flying?
The train from London to Paris often beats flying once you consider airport transfers and bag fees, and it lands you in the middle of the city rather than at an airport. Advance Eurostar fares are the best value for fixed dates.
How do you find cheap train tickets from London?
Cheap London train tickets come from booking advance singles as early as they go on sale, travelling off-peak, and using a railcard where you qualify. Checking a few departure times either side of your ideal one often secures you a noticeably lower fare.
How much are train tickets to London from other UK cities?
Train tickets to London vary widely by how far ahead you book, with advance fares going far lower than in-person, spontaneous prices from cities like Manchester, Bristol, and Newcastle. Shifting your trip by an hour or a day and comparing departure options is the simplest way to bring the price down.
Is the train from London a greener option than flying?
The train from London produces far less carbon than the equivalent flight, and on routes like London to Paris the Eurostar is one of the lowest-carbon options available to you.