London St Pancras International - Train Station Guide
London, United Kingdom
Pancras Road, London, NW1 2QP, United Kingdom
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
London St Pancras International is the UK's gateway to mainland Europe, serving as the London terminus for Eurostar services to Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam, and more. The station is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is located in central London on Euston Road, adjacent to King's Cross station. Originally opened in 1868 by the Midland Railway, St Pancras underwent an ยฃ800 million refurbishment and was re-opened by Queen Elizabeth II in November 2007 as an international terminal. The Grade I listed station features the iconic Victorian Gothic facade of the St Pancras Renaissance Hotel and the magnificent Barlow train shed with its soaring vaulted roof. The station operates across two main levels: the lower level (street level) houses The Arcade with shops, restaurants, Eurostar departures, and the Thameslink platforms (A and B); the upper level contains the domestic train platforms (1-4 for East Midlands Railway, 11-13 for Southeastern), Eurostar platforms (5-10), and the famous Searcys Champagne Bar. The station is managed by three operators: HS1 Ltd (domestic platforms 1-4, 11-13), Eurostar (international platforms 5-10), and Network Rail (Thameslink platforms A-B). King's Cross St Pancras Underground station, served by six tube lines, provides direct access from the south side of the station.
Station Facilities
Free unlimited superfast WiFi available throughout the station via the SSID 'St Pancras Free'. No registration required.
Excess Baggage Co. located in The Circle area on the ground floor. Open Monday to Sunday 08:00-21:00. Pre-booking available online for fast-track priority lanes. Bags are X-rayed and stored securely. Services include luggage storage, courier delivery, baggage shipping, and city luggage transfers.
Extensive dining options across both levels including The Booking Office, Searcys St Pancras Brasserie and Champagne Bar (upper level), Betjeman Arms, Yo! Sushi, Prime Burger, and numerous cafes and grab-and-go outlets.
Wide range of retail across The Arcade (lower level) and upper level, including Fortnum & Mason, Calvin Klein, Chanel, Hamleys, Marks & Spencer, Paperchase, The White Company, and Boots.
Multiple ATM locations throughout the station on both levels.
Free toilets in The Arcade (lower ground floor, opposite Eurostar arrivals) and in The Circle area (past Boots and Excess Baggage Co.). Baby-changing facilities available. Wheelchair-accessible toilets in both areas. Additional toilets inside the Eurostar international departures lounge.
Customer Service Assistants in light blue St Pancras vests are available on the concourse for mobility assistance or luggage help.
Eurostar departure lounge accessible after ticket, passport, and security checks. Eurostar Premier Lounge available for Premier ticket holders and Club Eurostar Carte Blanche and Etoile members, with complimentary meals and drinks.
Change Group Currency Exchange offering cash and cash-free currency with competitive rates.
Handled by Excess Baggage Co. Email customerservice@excess-baggage.com or register online. For items lost in Eurostar area or on board, email lost.property@eurostar.com.
USB charging points available on benches in public areas throughout the station.
Cycle spaces at the station. Santander Cycles docking stations nearby on Goods Way and Handyside Street.
Click and Park car park with 315 spaces, open 24/7 with staff on hand.
Photo booths for passports and travel documents in The Circle area near Boots.
Public pianos on the concourse for anyone to play.
Ticket sales and after-sales services. Mon-Fri 04:30-19:45, Sat 05:15-19:45, Sun 06:45-19:45. Opposite the Eurostar ticket gates.
Getting to the Station
underground
Direct access from stationKing's Cross St Pancras Underground station provides direct access from the south side of St Pancras. Served by six tube lines: Victoria, Piccadilly, Northern, Circle, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan.
Avoid the Victoria Line for Eurostar connections โ the transfer involves long passageways. The Piccadilly Line provides a direct route to Heathrow Airport.
train
Gatwick Airport approximately 60 minutes via ThameslinkKing's Cross station is less than a 5-minute walk (directly across Pancras Road). Euston station is about 15 minutes walk or 1 tube stop. Thameslink services to Gatwick Airport depart directly from Platform A inside St Pancras.
For Stansted Airport, take the Victoria Line to Tottenham Hale and change for the Stansted Express.
bus
Multiple bus routes serve stops on Euston Road, Pancras Road, and surrounding streets.
Use the TfL Journey Planner app for real-time bus information.
taxi
Taxi pick-up on Midland Road. Two taxi drop-off areas on Pancras Road: one midway along the Victorian Barlow shed (convenient for Eurostar), another near the main entrance (for domestic travellers).
If taking a taxi for Eurostar, ask to be dropped at the Pancras Road entrance โ it leads directly to Eurostar departures.
rideshare
Uber, Bolt, and other ride-hailing services available. Designated pick-up and drop-off points on surrounding streets.
The Pancras Road drop-off point is closest to the Eurostar entrance.
car
Click and Park car park at the station with 315 spaces, open 24/7 with 24-hour staffing. Accessible parking available.
Central London congestion charge may apply. Book parking online in advance.
bicycle
Cycle spaces at the station. Santander Cycles docking stations nearby on Goods Way and Handyside Street.
Brompton folding bikes can be taken on tubes, trains, and buses.
Accessibility
Pre-book assistance by contacting the train operator at least 48 hours before travel. At the station, speak to any Customer Service Assistant in a light blue St Pancras vest for mobility assistance or luggage help. Wheelchairs are available.
Station entrances at street level with level access to the lower concourse. Three lifts connect lower and upper levels. Step-free access to all platforms. Height-adjusted ticket counters and induction loops available. No Changing Places facilities in-station โ available at nearby King's Cross station and Pancras Square.
Train Operators at This Station
Eurostar
View detailsโParis, Brussels, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Lille, Cologne, Dusseldorf
Popular Departures from London St Pancras International
Tips & Insider Advice
Arrive Early for Eurostar
Arrive at the recommended time shown on your ticket to complete all pre-departure checks. Ticket gates close 30 minutes before departure. All passport, security, and luggage checks take place before you board โ when you arrive at your destination, you simply walk off the train.
Find Eurostar Departures
Eurostar departures are in The Arcade on the lower level, halfway along and to the right when coming from the Underground. The most direct street entrance is on Pancras Road (not Euston Road). If arriving by taxi for Eurostar, ask to be dropped at the Pancras Road entrance.
Know Your Platform Areas
Platforms A-B (Thameslink): lower level, via escalators near Midland Road entrance. Platforms 1-4 (East Midlands Railway): upper level. Platforms 5-10 (Eurostar): accessed via departure lounge on lower level. Platforms 11-13 (Southeastern): upper level, escalators near Pancras Road entrance.
EU Entry/Exit System (EES)
From October 2025, the EU is gradually introducing new EES border procedures. Non-EU nationals should check the latest requirements on the Eurostar website before travel.
Champagne Bar on the Upper Level
The upper level is usually much quieter than the busy lower Arcade. Searcys St Pancras operates the world's longest champagne bar under the magnificent Barlow train shed. The Betjeman Arms pub is nearby.
King's Cross Is Next Door
King's Cross station is directly across Pancras Road โ less than a 5-minute walk. Both stations share the King's Cross St Pancras Underground station. Harry Potter fans can visit Platform 9 3/4 at King's Cross. The British Library is a short walk west on Midland Road.
Frequently Asked Questions
Nearby Stations
Station information is for general reference only. Facilities, opening hours, and services may change without notice. EuroTrain is not affiliated with HS1 Ltd, Eurostar, Network Rail, or Transport for London. Verify details with the station operator before travelling. Information last verified: 2026-03-17. For the most current details, please check the official London St Pancras International website or contact the station directly.