London to Douai by train

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Overview: trains from London to Douai

Find the key information for travelling by train from London to Douai, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:01 View journey
Last train 20:04 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 40m View journey
Distance (km) 258
Trains / day 16 View all
Cheapest journey US$263.00 View journey
Avg journey time 3hr 40m
Train operators 9

Taking the train from London to Douai

So you’re considering going from London to Douai by train? To ensure you have the smoothest, most carefree travel, keep this page handy.

Train cost between London and Douai: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from US$263.00, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Train schedule for travel between London and Douai

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 16 trains make this journey of 258 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from London is at 06:01 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 20:04.

During the weekend, 06:57 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 20:01 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 38 minutes.

London to Douai train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 258 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 2 hours and 40 minutes.

When do tickets between London and Douai go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between London and Douai 4 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Learn more about train travel from London to Douai

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from London and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Douai city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from London to Douai

Want to know more about your journey from London to Douai? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The trip from London to Douai covers a distance of 258 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.