Is it compulsory to practice social distancing in Paris?

Travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test as either a RT-PCR performed within 72 hours prior to arrival, or an Antigen test performed within 48 hours prior to arrival
Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
Health declaration required

This applies to arrivals from all countries, with no exceptions

Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)

This applies to arrivals from United Kingdom
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Entry is allowed only for fully vaccinated travellers

This doesn't apply to arrivals from: EU Schengen Area (EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland), Albania, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Chad, Chile, Colombia, Comoros, Costa Rica, Cuba, Curaçao, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Faroe Islands, Fiji, Gabon, The Gambia, Ghana, Greenland, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea-Bissau, Honduras, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kosovo, Kuwait, Laos, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nepal, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, North Macedonia, Oman, Pakistan, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, São Tomé and Príncipe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, South Africa, South Korea, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Taiwan, Tanzania, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turks and Caicos Islands, United States Virgin Islands, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Vanuatu, Vatican, Venezuela, Vietnam, Zambia and Zimbabwe

Travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test as either a RT-PCR performed within 72 hours prior to arrival, or an Antigen test performed within 48 hours prior to arrival
Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
Health declaration required

This applies to arrivals from all countries, with no exceptions

Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)

This applies to arrivals from EU Schengen Area (EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland), Albania, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bonaire, Saint Eustatius and Saba, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Chad, Chile, Colombia, Comoros, Costa Rica, Cuba, Curaçao, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Faroe Islands, Fiji, Gabon, The Gambia, Ghana, Greenland, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea-Bissau, Honduras, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kosovo, Kuwait, Laos, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nepal, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, North Macedonia, Oman, Pakistan, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Qatar, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, São Tomé and Príncipe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, South Africa, South Korea, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Taiwan, Tanzania, Togo, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turks and Caicos Islands, United States Virgin Islands, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Vanuatu, Vatican, Venezuela, Vietnam, Zambia and Zimbabwe

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Rules to follow in France

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Considerations leaving from United Kingdom

The official advice is to avoid non-essential international travel to high risk countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Am I allowed to travel from United Kingdom to France?

Yes, but conditions apply when entering France from United Kingdom.

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What are the travel restrictions in Paris?

Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply

Face masks are recommended
There is a social distancing requirement of 1 metre
Health pass is required for long-distance travel by plane, train or coach, as well as in some public venues
Nationwide control measures in place

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What is the national COVID-19 helpline number in Paris?

The national COVID-19 helpline number in Paris is 800 130 000.

Do I have to wear a face mask on public transport in Paris?

Wearing a face mask on public transport in Paris is recommended.

What should I do if I have COVID-19 symptoms when I arrive in Paris?

Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 800 130 000.

Are there restrictions returning to United Kingdom from France?

No, returning to United Kingdom from France is currently allowed.

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Last updated: 26 Jul 2022
Exceptions may apply, for full details: European Union.

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Questions & Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from London to Paris?

The cheapest way to get from London to Paris is to bus which costs £11 - £17 and takes 6h.

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How do I get from London to Paris the fastest?

The fastest way to get from London to Paris is to train. Taking this option will cost £95 - £290 and takes 2h 16m.

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Is there a direct bus between London and Paris?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria Green Line Station station and arriving at Paris Gare de Bercy Seine. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h.

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Is there a direct train between London and Paris?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London St Pancras Intl and arriving at Paris Nord. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 16m.

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How far is it from London to Paris?

The distance between London and Paris is 344 km.

How do I travel from London to Paris without a car?

The best way to get from London to Paris without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £95 - £290.

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How long does it take to get from London to Paris?

The train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nord takes 2h 16m including transfers and departs every four hours.

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Where do I catch the London to Paris bus from?

London to Paris bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from London Victoria Green Line Station.

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Where do I catch the London to Paris train from?

London to Paris train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.

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Train, bus or fly from London to Paris?

The best way to get from London to Paris is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £95 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £17 and takes 6h, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £370 and takes 4h 7m.

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Distance: 343.6 km
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between London, England and Paris, France?

Eurostar operates a train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nord every 4 hours. Tickets cost €110 - €350 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from London Victoria Green Line Station to Paris Gare de Bercy Seine once daily. Tickets cost €13 - €19 and the journey takes 6h. Three other operators also service this route.

Airlines

British Airways