St Pancras International is where Eurostar arrives from Paris, Brussels, Lille, Amsterdam and Rotterdam – and for many European exhibitors and delegates it is the front door to an ExCeL show.
The route from ExCeL London to St Pancras International
From ExCeL the driver follows the A13 and the A1261 (East India Dock Road area) towards the City, then the A501 Euston Road corridor to St Pancras on Pancras Road. The Euston Road is busy all day, so allow more time for an afternoon Eurostar.
Dropping off for your Eurostar
Eurostar's set-down and pick-up point is on Pancras Road, beside the station, and cars cannot be left there unattended – so a booked driver who sets down and moves on is the simplest option. Eurostar asks Standard and Plus passengers to arrive 75 minutes before departure (45 minutes for Premier), and gates close 30 minutes before departure (15 for Premier). Leaving ExCeL in the afternoon, add the 45–60 minute peak drive on top.
For a European team going home together after a show, one V Class or minibus to St Pancras keeps everyone and the leftover kit together.
Leaving ExCeL
Your driver waits at the Western Gateway pick-up point by the west entrance, or on the east side by arrangement, and messages you on arrival. After a big show closes the taxi rank and DLR queue for a long time; a pre-booked car means you walk straight out.
Good to know
By public transport instead?
By train, the Elizabeth line from Farringdon (a short walk or one stop from King's Cross St Pancras) reaches Custom House in under 20 minutes, but the interchange is awkward with large luggage. A pre-booked car is the better choice with luggage, stand kit, a group, or an early start or late finish; it takes 25–35 min off-peak and 45–60 min at peak.
Price
Enter the two addresses in the quote form above for an instant fixed price for every vehicle size, from a saloon to a 9-seater. See what every ExCeL fare includes.
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What travellers ask: ExCeL London to St Pancras International Transfers
We read the busiest recent threads on TripAdvisor, Mumsnet and the Rick Steves travel forum about this journey. Below is what comes up most, in our own words, with how we handle it. Prices and timetables quoted in forum posts go out of date, so we have left them out.
Check-in queues build up
Travellers report Eurostar security and passport control taking around twenty minutes, with queues when several departures leave close together.
How we handle it: We plan your ExCeL departure so you arrive at the time shown on your ticket.
Source: TripAdvisor London forum – Check-in problems for Eurostar at St Pancras
Meters add up in traffic
Posters say metered fares in central London rise with traffic because the meter charges for time as well as distance.
How we handle it: Our fares are fixed, whatever the traffic.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from ExCeL London to St Pancras International?
Typically 25–35 min outside the rush hours and 45–60 min on a weekday peak, for a distance of about 8 miles.
Is the price fixed if the traffic is bad?
Yes. The fare is agreed when you book; there is no meter and no surge pricing.
Can you take a group with stand materials?
Yes – choose an MPV, V Class or 9-seater, or several vehicles for larger teams.
Can I book by the hour instead?
Yes. For a day of meetings or several venues, an hourly booking keeps the same driver and car with you.
Where will the driver meet me at St Pancras?
At the Eurostar arrivals exit inside the international terminal, with a name board.
How early should I leave ExCeL for a Eurostar?
Add the 45–60 minute peak drive to Eurostar's recommended check-in time and a small margin.
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Updated 2 October 2026. Journey times are typical door-to-door ranges; your driver checks live traffic before setting off.