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Trains from London to Dijon
Ditch the airport stress and travel to Dijon by train with Eurostar. Board in London, change in Paris and arrive in Burgundy's wine capital.
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How to travel from London to Dijon by train
There's no direct London to Dijon train, but the journey's straightforward with just one change in Paris. You'll board the Eurostar at London St Pancras, zip through Kent and northern France, before pulling into Paris Gare du Nord.
From there, it's a quick transfer across Paris to Gare de Lyon, where you'll catch your TGV train to Dijon. Depending on your connection time, the whole journey takes between 5 and 6 hours – plenty of time to ease into holiday mode, catch up on that book you've been meaning to read or watch the French countryside roll past your window.
Departing from London St Pancras International
London St Pancras International is located in King's Cross and is well connected by London Underground lines and buses.
When to arrive
Please check our recommended arrival times when planning your journey.
Travel documents
Make sure to bring a valid passport with you and complete your Advance Passenger Information (API) well in advance. Check UK-EU border requirements for travel to and from London.
Station facilities
Before you jump on your train, you can indulge in some boutique shopping or fine dining. After border and security checks, you'll find food options, a duty-free shop, and our Eurostar Premier Lounge.
Connecting in Paris between Gare de Lyon and Gare du Nord
Public transport is a practical way to get from Gare de Lyon to Paris Gare du Nord when changing trains. The journey takes around 30 minutes. Here's what to do:
- When you arrive at Gare de Lyon, follow the signs to the RER station located at the far end of Hall 3. Buy a Navigo Easy pass at a ticket machine or a ticket desk. If you want to beat the queues, you can also buy a Metro-Train-RER ticket ahead of your trip using the Île-de-France Mobilités (opens in a new tab)or Bonjour RATP (opens in a new tab) app.
- Follow the signs to RER line D nord (north), and board any RER D train heading north (to Orry la Ville/Coye la Forêt, Goussainville or Villiers le Bel/Gonesse Arnouville).
- Get off the train at Paris Gare du Nord.
- Follow signs for Grandes Lignes.
• If you're travelling to Belgium, the Netherlands or Germany, look for the platform your train will depart from on the departures board. Find your platform and be ready to board your Eurostar train at least 10 minutes before departure.
• If you’re travelling on to the UK, follow signs for 'Hall 2/London departures' up to the first-floor mezzanine. Please ensure you get there well before the ticket gates close – You’ll need to allow plenty of time to go through security and passport control.
Arrival in Dijon
After a relaxing journey through the French countryside, you'll arrive at Dijon-Ville station – right in the heart of the city, just a short 15-minute stroll from the historic centre. There's no border control when you arrive, so step off the train and head straight into town.
The station has cafés for a quick refreshment, plus excellent transport links, including buses and taxis to whisk you to your hotel. Arriving early or leaving late? Pop your bags in a luggage locker and dive straight into exploring Dijon's cobbled streets, market halls and medieval architecture.
Frequently asked questions
The journey takes between 5 and 6 hours in total, depending on your connection time in Paris. The Eurostar from London to Paris takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes, while the TGV from Paris to Dijon takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes.
You can directly cancel or exchange your journey on Manage Your Booking on eurostar.com.
For compensation for delays or cancellations on either your Eurostar or SNCF train, please read our dedicated FAQ.
Note: Exchanges and cancellations apply to all passengers in your booking. To allow passengers to make separate changes, please make individual bookings.
As we're part of the HOTNAT and AJC schemes, we'll help you get to your final destination if you miss your connecting Eurostar or TGV INOUI train, at no extra cost. Speak to a member of staff on your delayed train. They'll give you a form to prove that you missed your train because of disruption. To learn more about HOTNAT and AJC, go to our Connections page.
No, Eurostar doesn't have a direct service to Dijon. You'll need to change trains in Paris, transferring from Gare du Nord to Gare de Lyon. The transfer is straightforward, and you'll get a glimpse of Paris too!
Unfortunately, no. But if you miss your connection, don’t worry! Eurostar and SNCF have signed agreements with each other allowing you to catch the next available train at no extra cost. This is part of the Agreement on Journey Continuation (AJC) and the HOTNAT services. Please see our Connections page for more information on HOTNAT and AJC services.
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