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Ways to Get to St Pancras Station in London by Train
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posted December 26, 2022
Ways to Get to St Pancras Station in London by Train1. St. Pancras Station and King's Cross StationIn the 2000s, St Pancras Station was renovated, extended and renamed "St Pancras International Station". As the terminal station of Eurostar in the UK, the station has built a new secure sealed area for Eurostar trains to stop. The train departs from St. Pancras Station, passes through the No. 1 high-speed railway in southern England, passes through the English Channel Tunnel, and then reaches the European continent. City rail services to this station and neighboring King's Cross station are the London Underground's King's Cross St Pancras station.London King's Cross Station and St. Pancras Station are not only important transportation hubs in London, but also the starting stations of the Eurostar and Hogwarts Express trains. They are pilgrimage sites that Harry Potter fans must not miss! There is a road between King's Cross Station and St. Pancras Station. Compared with King's Cross Station, St. Pancras Station's appearance is nearly twice as large. The exterior adopts Gothic architecture and is made of striking red bricks. This station is the location of the Hogwarts Express train station, and the Hogwarts Express platform nine and four quarters was filmed at King's Cross Station next door.King's Cross Station is also an important station in London. There are 12 platforms in total. The appearance is made of stacked yellow bricks with a bit of history. Compared with St. Pancras Station, the square appearance is very restrained. How to get to Platform Nine and Three Quarters? Walk towards the Viking train platform at King's Cross and you'll see it next to the train service, next to the paid toilets at the station. There are endless streams of Harry Potter fans here every day to take pictures. You don't need to prepare props yourself. There will be staff on site to help you prepare them. There are scarves and wands representing each college. The service is super thoughtful. There's a Harry Potter store right next to it, and pretty much everyone walks in after their photoshoot on platform 9 3/4.2. How to take the train from London Gatwick to London St. Pancras Station?National Rail connects Gatwick Airport to London Victoria Station and St Pancras International Station to St Pancras International Station, the ticket price is 10 pounds per person, and the journey takes 1 hour and 06 minutes. There are discounts for these tickets when booked in advance. St. Pancras International Station and King's Cross Station are adjacent.In fact, there are many ways to get to downtown London from London Gatwick Airport, but not at King's Cross Railway Station, there are buses to London Victoria Station, and there are also buses to Earls Court subway station. From these two places, there are subways to King's Cross Station!
posted December 26, 2022
How Long Does It Take to Get from London Paddington Station to Plymouth?
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posted December 20, 2022
How Long Does It Take to Get from London Paddington Station to Plymouth?Ⅰ. The sights of Plymouth1. Plymouth HeightsPlymouth Heights is a landmark of Puli. In addition to the spectacular lighthouse, skydiving on the cliff, swimming pool by the sea, delicious lobster and seafood, etc. are all surprising. Although there is no magnificent scenery here, but the quiet and fresh atmosphere is still worthy of nostalgia. You can go up to the lighthouse here, but there is a fee, about 2-3 pounds. Looking at the ocean from above, enjoying the sun on the beach, etc. are very good experiences.2. Gin FarmThe Plymouth Gin Distillery has been brewing gin since 1793. It is the oldest gin distillery in the world. The wine here is very famous. The Royal Navy also traveled around the world with the wine here. As soon as you walk in here, the smell of wine is tangy. After visiting the winery with the guide, remember to have a drink before leaving. The opening hours of the winery are Monday to Saturday 10:00-17:00, Sunday 11:00-17:00; on December 24th the store is only open until 13:00, on 12.25-26 and 12.31-1.2 Closed, remember to check the time when visiting here.3. Barbican DistrictThe Barbican District is the famous old town of Phillips. If you want to see what Phillips looked like before the Blitz, the Barbican District will never let you down, although many places in the Barbican District have now become art galleries, art museums, shops and other places, but the exterior buildings are generally maintained in their original state, which is very distinctive, and the small shops in the streets and alleys are also unique. The handicrafts and small ornaments inside are definitely the best choice for souvenirs.4. Newquay Fistel BeachNewquay Fistel Beach is about 51 kilometers away from Plymouth. It is the most famous surfing venue in the UK. Many surfing enthusiasts come here every year. In summer, domestic or international surfing competitions are held here, which is very lively. Of course, if you are just an ordinary tourist, the soft fine sand, blue water and gentle sea breeze will not let you down.Ⅱ. How to take the train from London Paddington Station to Plymouth?There is currently no direct train between London Paddington and Plymouth, and at least 4 transfers are required. Between 05:49 and 23:45, there are an average of around 44 London Paddington to Plymouth trains per day.The London Paddington to Plymouth route is operated by more than 1 company: South Western Railway. The average London Paddington to Plymouth train journey takes 3 hours and 48 minutes, while the shortest journey takes 3 hours and 5 minutes.
posted December 20, 2022
From London Paddington Station to St Pancras
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posted December 15, 2022
From London Paddington Station to St PancrasⅠ. Attractions around St. Pancras 1. The British MuseumThe British Museum is one of the largest and most famous museums in the world. The museum has a collection of more than 7 million cultural relics and treasures from all over the world. The number and types of collections are rich, which is rarely seen in museums all over the world.Because of its huge collection, the British Museum can almost display the history of civilization in the entire world. Although there is space limitation, about 50,000 collections can still be exhibited in the museum at the same time each time. The main collections come from the Middle Ages, especially the collections of ancient Egypt and ancient Greece and Rome, as well as a large number of precious cultural relics from Asia, the Middle East, Africa and America. Cultural treasures from many parts of the world can only be seen here.2. The London EyeThe London Eye, also known as the Millennium Wheel, is located on the south bank of the River Thames and was built by the United Kingdom to celebrate the coming of the year 2000. This giant Ferris wheel is 135 meters high and you can sit on it overlooking London. If you choose to ride at dusk, the romantic Thames sunset will be unforgettable. The London Eye at night is even more dreamy. The illuminated Ferris wheel forms a huge blue halo, like bright eyes in the night sky; if you sit in it and overlook the night view of London, the beauty is shocking.3. Kensington GardensKensington Gardens used to be a royal garden and is now connected to Hyde Park and is open to the public. The park is elegant and beautiful, with large grasslands and many artistically trimmed trees. There are many benches for tourists to rest, and there is a large lake where waterfowl, pigeons and squirrels can be seen.Ⅱ. How to travel from London Paddington Station to St. Pancras by car?St. Pancras Railway Station, also known as St. Pancras International Railway Station, is a large railway station located in the St. Pancras area of London, the capital of the United Kingdom, between the British Library and King's Cross Station.St Pancras Station is often referred to as the "Cathedral of the Railways" because of its two prominent Victorian buildings. The station's train rail was designed by William Henry Barlow, while its facade comes from the station's predecessor: the Midland Hotel, designed by George Gilbert Scott, both of which are also classic Victorian architectural styles. The railings of the train are designed with an iron frame grid, and half of the surface is covered with glass filling to increase the sense of magnificence.The London Tube runs every 10 minutes from Paddington to King's Cross St Pancras station. Entrance fee £2 - £3 Journey takes 10 minutes. Alternatively, London Buses operate buses from Paddington station Eastbourne Terrace to King's Cross.
posted December 15, 2022