Tips for travelling by train to Disneyland Paris
Thinking about travelling to Disneyland Paris by train? With the cost of driving to France, that can be a very good idea! Train travel has also become increasingly attractive for people who would normally choose the car or fly, so here are some basic points that should help with your travel planning.
There are several arguments in favour of travelling by train. Fares can be much better than you might expect, particularly if you book early, and can be competitive with driving or flying. From London, the journey time is also attractive, especially when you take airport transfers, check-in and security into account when comparing it with flying. Eurostar trains offer comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi and power sockets, so the journey itself can be fairly relaxed.
Here are the most important things to know about travelling to Disneyland Paris by train:
- Connections
Eurostar is the key connection for travellers from the UK. Trains run from London St Pancras International to Lille Europe and Paris Gare du Nord. For Disneyland Paris, changing at Lille Europe onto a TGV to Marne-la-Vallée/Chessy is usually the most convenient option, as you arrive directly at the resort. Alternatively, you can travel to Paris and continue by RER A. TGV INOUI and OUIGO services operate on the French part of the journey. You will find more details about these connections further down this page. - Fares
There is no single fare for a train journey to Disneyland Paris. Prices vary considerably depending on your travel dates, departure point and how early you book. Eurostar uses dynamic pricing, so booking early usually gives you a better choice of lower fares.
Travelling by train can be particularly attractive if you are travelling alone or as a couple. Families can also find good fares: children aged 4 to 11 receive discounted Eurostar Standard and Eurostar Plus fares when travelling with an adult, while children under 4 can travel free if they do not need their own seat. - Booking
It is worth booking your train tickets well in advance. For journeys from London to Disneyland Paris via Lille, Eurostar says connecting tickets usually go on sale around four months before departure. You can book the Eurostar and connecting TGV as a single journey by selecting Marne-la-Vallée/Chessy as your destination.
Booking online or through the Eurostar app is generally the simplest option and also avoids the service fee charged for Standard and Plus bookings made by phone or at the station. It is still worth comparing the connection via Lille with travelling via Paris, as fares and journey times can vary depending on your dates. - Luggage
Luggage rules depend on the trains you use. On Eurostar Standard and Eurostar Plus, adults can take two pieces of luggage plus one small item of hand luggage. On routes to and from London, each large bag can be up to 85 cm long, and there is no fixed weight limit as long as you can carry and store your luggage yourself.
If your journey includes a TGV or OUIGO, check the baggage rules for that train as well, particularly when travelling with OUIGO. In any case, do not pack more than you can comfortably carry yourself, especially if you need to change trains at Lille or travel across Paris. - Changing trains
There is currently no direct Eurostar service from London to Disneyland Paris, so you will need to change along the way. The most convenient option is usually Lille Europe, where you can change directly from Eurostar to a TGV for Marne-la-Vallée/Chessy. This means you arrive right at Disneyland Paris without having to cross Paris.
The alternative is to travel to Paris Gare du Nord and continue to Disneyland Paris by RER. This route offers plenty of connections, but involves travelling through central Paris with your luggage. Which option works better depends on the timetable, fare and how much time you want to allow for the change.
