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London to Disneyland Paris

Disneyland Paris is one of the easiest family trips from London, but the direct Eurostar no longer runs, so it pays to pick the right route. Here's every way to get there, with honest times and tips for travelling with children.

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Quick answer

4 ways compared · checked Nov 2026
  1. Eurostar to Lille, then TGV to the park4–5h££Best for most
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  2. Eurostar to Paris, then the RER5–5½h££Most trains
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  3. Fly to Paris CDG, then TGV or shuttle5–6h£Cheapest
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~3h Fastest Eurostar journey, changing at Lille1 booking Eurostar and TGV together~10 min TGV from Paris CDG Airport to the park
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The short answer

For most families the best way is the Eurostar from St Pancras to Lille, then a TGV to Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy, opposite the park gates. The fastest journeys take about 3 hours, and you can book both trains together on Eurostar in one booking. If those trains are full or expensive, take the Eurostar to Paris and the RER from Gare du Nord, about an hour more.

All options compared

Typical times and relative costs. £ is cheapest, £££ is priciest.

OptionDoor to doorCostBest for
Eurostar to Lille, then TGV to the park4–5h££Families, the fewest changes
Eurostar to Paris, then the RER5–5½h££More train times, adding a day in Paris
Fly to Paris CDG, then TGV or shuttle5–6h£Living near an airport, low fares
Drive via Le Shuttle6–7h££Families with lots of luggage, car seats and buggies

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Trip essentials

A few things that make the journey easier with children.

No direct Eurostar

The direct Eurostar from London to Disneyland Paris stopped in June 2023. Every train journey now has one change, at Lille or in Paris.

When tickets go on sale

The Eurostar and TGV connection via Lille usually goes on sale about 4 months ahead, while Eurostar trains to Paris open 10 to 11 months ahead. School holiday dates sell fastest.

Eurostar check-in

Arrive at St Pancras 75 minutes before departure; the gate closes 30 minutes before. The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) now records fingerprints and a photo the first time you enter, so allow extra time.

Luggage

Eurostar Standard allows two large bags up to 85cm long plus a small daypack. The TGV has its own rules, so check them if you're changing at Lille. Disney's luggage service at Marne-la-Vallée station can take bags to Disney hotels.

Every way to get there

From London to Disneyland Paris, best options first. Times are typical door to door; check live schedules for your dates.

1

Eurostar to Lille, then TGV to the park

Best for most
Door to door4–5h
£ Cost££
Best forFamilies, the fewest changes
  1. Eurostar: London St Pancras to Lille EuropeAbout 1h 22m. Lille may not be the last stop, so be ready to get off.
  2. TGV: Lille Europe to Marne-la-Vallée–ChessyJust over an hour. The change at Lille Europe is a platform change in the same station; check the departure boards for your TGV platform.
  3. Arrive at the parkMarne-la-Vallée–Chessy station is directly opposite the park entrance, and free shuttle buses run to the Disney hotels.
Book Eurostar: London → Disneyland ParisTrain times: London → Disneyland Paris

Book both trains together on Eurostar by choosing Disneyland Paris (Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy) as your destination; the fastest journeys take about 3 hours.

2

Eurostar to Paris, then the RER

Most trains
Door to door5–5½h
£ Cost££
Best forMore train times, adding a day in Paris
  1. Eurostar: London St Pancras to Paris Gare du NordAbout 2h 16m, with trains every hour or two.
  2. RER B then RER A to Marne-la-Vallée–ChessyTake RER B to Châtelet–Les Halles, then RER A towards Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy. Allow around an hour; RER A trains run about every 10 minutes. Buy this ticket separately at the station.
Book Eurostar: London → ParisTrain times: London → ParisTrain times: Châtelet-Les Halles → Marne-la-Vallée Chessy

This needs two separate tickets, and the RER can be crowded with suitcases, so it suits lighter packers and anyone combining Disney with Paris.

3

Fly to Paris CDG, then TGV or shuttle

Cheapest
Door to door5–6h
£ Cost£
Best forLiving near an airport, low fares
  1. London to Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)About 1h 15m in the air, with British Airways, Air France and easyJet among the airlines from London airports. Check current schedules.
  2. TGV from CDG Terminal 2 to Marne-la-ValléeAbout 10 minutes, around €16 for adults, with trains every 20 to 60 minutes.
  3. Or the Magical Shuttle coachRuns from CDG and Orly to the Disney hotels, taking 40 minutes or more. Recently about €16 for adults and €13 for children aged 3–11.
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Add bag fees, and allow for the walk or shuttle to the TGV station at CDG Terminal 2.

4

Drive via Le Shuttle

Families
Door to door6–7h
£ Cost££
Best forFamilies with lots of luggage, car seats and buggies
  1. Folkestone to Calais on Le Shuttle35 minutes under the Channel, and you stay with your car. Allow time for check-in and border checks.
  2. Calais to Disneyland ParisAbout 3 hours on the motorway, mostly the A26, A1 and A104, with tolls. The resort is east of Paris, so you avoid driving into the city.
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Parking is available at the parks and Disney hotels; check current charges when you book.

Where to stay

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Where to stay

Most families stay at or near the resort, so there's no daily commute.

Your base

Disneyland Paris hotels

The Disney hotels are a walk or free shuttle ride from the parks, and some include early park entry. Check what's included before you book.

Hotels in Disneyland Paris Expedia
Next to the resort

Val d'Europe

A town one stop away on the RER A, with partner hotels and apartments that are often better value, plus a big shopping centre.

Hotels in Val d'Europe Expedia
About 40 min by RER A

Paris

Stay in the city if you want a few days in Paris too, and take the RER A out to the parks.

Hotels in Paris Expedia

Local tip: Going for a few days in Paris as well? See our London to Paris guide for Eurostar against flying.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to what people ask most about this trip.

Is there a direct Eurostar to Disneyland Paris?

Not any more. The direct service stopped in June 2023. You can still book London to Disneyland Paris on Eurostar in one booking, with a change at Lille onto a TGV.

How long does it take to get from London to Disneyland Paris by train?

The fastest journeys via Lille take about 3 hours. Going via Paris and the RER takes around 4 hours or more, depending on connections.

What's the easiest way to get to Disneyland Paris with young children?

The Eurostar and TGV via Lille, as you book both together, change trains once in the same station, and arrive opposite the park gates. Driving suits families with lots of luggage or car seats.

How do I get from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Disneyland Paris?

Take the TGV from Terminal 2 to Marne-la-Vallée–Chessy, about 10 minutes and around €16, or the Magical Shuttle coach to the Disney hotels, 40 minutes or more.

When should I book Eurostar to Disneyland Paris?

Trains via Lille usually go on sale about 4 months ahead, and school holidays sell out fastest, so book as soon as your dates open.

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