{"id":4785,"date":"2024-03-06T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-06T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/?p=4785"},"modified":"2025-10-03T15:41:04","modified_gmt":"2025-10-03T14:41:04","slug":"is-a-day-trip-to-paris-from-london-worth-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/is-a-day-trip-to-paris-from-london-worth-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Is a day trip to Paris from London worth it?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In Britain, we\u2019re not afraid to say that London is the world\u2019s greatest capital. But we will admit that Paris is a close contender. Even though 200 miles, a border and a sea separate the two cities, you can indeed <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/tours\/day-tours-from-london\/paris-tours-from-london\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=is-a-day-trip-to-paris-worth-it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">go to Paris from London for the day<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>But is a day trip to Paris from London worth it? Yes! Here&#8217;s why:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Journey time is short<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advance train tickets are inexpensive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paris is awesome (even if it\u2019s not London)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s dive into the details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">London to Paris by train<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The most convenient way to travel from London to Paris is by train. You might assume flying would be faster, but check-in queues, security checks and airport transfers can be a nightmare. So, what can you expect from the train journey?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>14 Eurostar trains go to the French capital from London St Pancras daily, and the journey takes under 2\u00bd hours. Hop on the first train at about 5:30 am, and you\u2019ll be walking the streets of Paris by 9 am (Paris is an hour ahead of London).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will need to go through security and immigration checks to board the Eurostar. However, arrive 45 to 60 minutes before your train departs, and you shouldn\u2019t experience any problems. British and French immigration authorities will check your passport at London St Pancras. There are no further checks upon arrival in France.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, do you believe Eurostar is more convenient than flying?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spending the day in Paris<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/woman-in-parisian-street-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"how to travel from london to paris\" class=\"wp-image-4798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/woman-in-parisian-street-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/woman-in-parisian-street-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/woman-in-parisian-street-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/woman-in-parisian-street-270x180.jpg 270w, https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/woman-in-parisian-street-770x515.jpg 770w, https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/woman-in-parisian-street.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Paris is one of the world\u2019s most precious cities. With classic sites like the Eiffel Tower, the Champs \u00c9lys\u00e9es, Napoleon\u2019s Tomb, the Louvre and many more, you can put together the trip of a lifetime in just a short weekend from London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Treat yourself to a croissant in Montmartre, a coffee overlooking the Seine or a cocktail next to the Moulin Rouge. For more great suggestions on spending the day in Paris, look at our <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/blog\/unmissable-activities-for-your-day-trip-to-paris\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">list of unmissable activities in the city<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Returning to London<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/3\/30\/Gare_Du_Nord_Interior%2C_Paris%2C_France_-_Diliff.jpg\/4096px-Gare_Du_Nord_Interior%2C_Paris%2C_France_-_Diliff.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The final train from Paris Gare du Nord station leaves for London just before 9:15 pm and arrives around 10.30pm GMT. We recommend arriving at the station 60 to 75 minutes before your train departs. That gives you over 11 hours to explore the French capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Paris Gare du Nord station is conveniently situated near the city centre. Using the Paris M\u00e9tro to reach landmarks including Notre Dame and the Centre Pompidou (one of the world\u2019s foremost contemporary art museums) in less than 20 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to the capital\u2019s dense metro network, you can go almost wherever you like, given you\u2019ll have so much time to kill. Did we mention that a day trip from London to Paris is ultra-convenient?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does Eurostar cost?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We can\u2019t deny that Eurostar train tickets can be expensive. Book your tickets in advance. Like, very far in advance \u2013 unless you\u2019re willing to cough up nearly 400 quid on the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan your day trip a few months in advance and Lady Luck is on your side, you can buy a return ticket for as little as 60 pounds. Realistically, you\u2019ll be looking at paying closer to 100, which we\u2019re sure you\u2019ll agree is quite <em>bien<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Londoners, get yourselves to Paris for the day! For as little as 100 or so pounds, you can go to Paris, explore the city and arrive back home in time for bed. In short, a day trip to Paris from London is definitely worth it. Oh, and it\u2019s also really convenient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the easiest way to book your trip, take a look at our <a href=\"https:\/\/evanevanstours.com\/tours\/day-tours-from-london\/paris-tours-from-london\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=article&amp;utm_campaign=is-a-day-trip-to-paris-worth-it\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">London to Paris tours<\/a>. They\u2019re simple and convenient, and you\u2019ll have the guidance of expert tour operators to keep you abreast of the local history.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The most convenient way to reach Paris from London is by train. 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