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Getting from London to Paris

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  • Where does the Eurostar train depart from in London?
    St Pancras Station
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  • Which tunnel does the Eurostar travel through to reach Paris?
    The Channel Tunnel
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  • How long does the Eurostar journey from London to Paris take?
    Around two and a half hours
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  • Why is the Eurostar considered convenient?
    Because both stations are in the city centre
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  • How are flights from London to Paris described in price?
    Cheap
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  • What is a disadvantage of flying compared to the train?
    and the gate
    security
    It takes longer because of waiting at check-in
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  • Where do you first need to travel if you go to Paris by ferry?
    Dover
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  • Where can passengers buy ferry tickets?
    At the port
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  • What is a possible problem when buying ferry tickets at the port?
    There are often long queues
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  • How long does the ferry journey to Paris take?
    Nine hours (longer if you miss the train)
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  • What is the cheapest way to travel from London to Paris?
    By coach
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  • What is a downside of travelling by coach?
    It is the longest journey and can take up to ten hours
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  • How can some coaches cross the Channel?
    They use the tunnel or the ferry
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  • How long can the car journey from London to Paris take?
    Between seven and nine hours
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  • Why can driving be expensive?
    You must pay for petrol as well as tickets
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  • Where can you store your luggage when travelling by car?
    In the boot of the car
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