Some coach services use the ferry across the English Channel, some use the tunnel. The fastest schedules are around 7 hours compared to 2 hours 16 minutes on the Eurostar trains. There are both daytime and overnight schedules year round.
Can a bus go on the Eurostar?
We’ll take you to
over 100 European destinations
from our stations in London, Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam and more.
Can you travel on Eurostar without a passport?
You need a valid passport to travel between the UK and the EU
. Please read the information from the embassy of your country of residence before you travel. When travelling to the UK, check the UK government’s website to see if you need a visa.
Are there any stops on the Eurostar?
All three main terminals used by the Eurostar service – St Pancras International, Paris
Gare du Nord, and Brussels Midi/Zuid
– are served by domestic trains and by local urban transport networks such as the London Underground and the Paris Metro.
How many coaches does Eurostar have?
All Eurostar trains are 400 metres long, with
18 coaches
and 2 power cars. Each train has 750 seats – that’s about the same as two Boeing 747s – and there are 544 seats in Standard class and 206 in Business Premier and Standard Premier.
Do they check passports on Eurostar?
When you arrive to catch your train, your face will be scanned and matched to the selfie and your passport snap – and you’ll be able to
pass through passport control
and any ticket checks without needing physical documents.
Do you get your passport stamped on the Eurostar?
Re: Eurostar? Passport stamp?
Yes
. The stamp is in the shape of a train instead of the airplane you get in the airport.
What’s the difference between Eurostar and Eurotunnel?
Eurostar and Eurotunnel are
completely different companies but share use of the Channel Tunnel
. To be specific, Eurotunnel is operated by Getlink, the company which owns and operates the Channel Tunnel, connecting the UK with France. Eurostar is a customer of Getlink and runs its passenger trains through the tunnel.
Does the Eurostar go underwater?
Yes.
Trains from London to Paris do go underwater
. In fact, the Channel Tunnel (or “Chunnel” if you prefer its nickname) is just over 31 miles (50 km) in length and is the longest continuous underwater tunnel in the world.
What station does Eurostar go to?
London St Pancras International
is our main Eurostar hub and connects the UK with some of the most exciting cities on the continent.
Can you eat on Eurostar?
We serve a range of snacks, light bites, and sweet treats as well as a selection of hot and cold drinks. You’ll find
Café Métropole
near the middle of our trains and we accept both cash and cards.
How early do you need to be at St Pancras for Eurostar?
Check-in for Eurostar journeys opens an hour and 15 minutes before departure. We recommend that you arrive
at least 40 minutes prior to your train leaving
so you can have a stress-free check-in.
What is the difference between Standard and Premier on Eurostar?
The main point of difference between these two travel classes is
the seating
, with the seat features, pitch and legroom in Eurostar Standard somewhat inferior to what you’ll find in Standard Premier and Business Premier.
Where in Paris does the Eurostar stop?
Paris Gare du Nord
| Station | Eurostar.
How do you check in on Eurostar?
There’s no need to check in for Eurostar,
just scan your ticket at the ticket gate
. Due to COVID-19 travel restrictions and different entry requirements for each of our destinations, we are asking customers to arrive at the station earlier to allow plenty of time for the necessary checks.
Can a 17 year old travel on Eurostar?
16 to 18-year-olds can travel by themselves, as long as they’ve got all the usual travel documents and meet all the legal requirements.
