Eurostars depart from St. Pancras, not Euston. There is a bag check and metal detector to go through before you board , but that is about it. None of the restrictions that airlines have about what you can take on board.
Does Eurostar check passports?
French immigration control (for entry to the Schengen Area) takes place at London St Pancras before you board the Eurostar. French Border Police check your passport . If you are a US passport holder visiting as a tourist (no visa required), the check should be a formality.
Do they check passport 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 they check names Eurostar tickets?
Only the person named on the ticket may use it , but don't worry if you've just made a tiny spelling mistake. ... If your passport or ID's in your maiden name but your ticket's in your married name, just bring a copy of your marriage certificate with you when you travel.
How strict is Eurostar check?
Business Premier passengers and holders of Eurostar's loyalty card, Carte Blanche, can check in as little as 10 minutes before departure . And if your ticket says you're on the Ski Train, then regardless of class you are required to check in an hour before departure.
What can I not take on Eurostar?
All flick knives, gravity knives and daggers . Folding/lock pocket knives are also banned. Small folding pocket knives with blades under 75mm without a locking mechanism are the exception and are permitted.
Do you keep your luggage with you on Eurostar?
There's usually no separate baggage car on European trains. For most practical purposes there are no luggage limits as long as you can carry it yourself .
Can I give my Eurostar tickets to someone else?
Only the person named on the ticket may use it , but don't worry if you've just made a tiny spelling mistake. There's no need to let us know, just turn up and travel as normal. ... If someone else would like to travel, they'll need to book a new ticket.
Do I have to print Eurostar ticket?
We recommend printing your tickets at home , saving them on your phone or finding them in the Eurostar app. To print your tickets or send them to your phone, you'll need to log in to Manage a booking using your six-letter booking reference and your last name.
How much does it cost to change a Eurostar ticket?
You can easily rearrange your trip without paying an exchange fee up to 7 full days before departure. You can still change your booking within 7 days of your departure, but you'll need to pay a $55 exchange fee for Standard tickets .
Can you bring food on Eurostar?
Can you take food on the Eurostar? You're welcome to bring your own food from home . Unlike airlines, there are no restrictions on liquids so you can even bring a bottle of bubbly.
Can you see fish on the Eurostar?
It's amazing how many Eurostar newbies fall for this, if even momentarily. You don't see fish, of course , but it is still kind of magical crossing the English Channel in around 35 mins into France, and from there into Belgium, the Netherlands and beyond.
How early should I get to the 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.
Where do you put your suitcase on the Eurostar?
You take your bags into the train with you and put them on the rack above your seat , or in the space between the seat backs, or on floor-standing racks at the car ends or in the seating area. On local & regional trains you usually just stick bags on the floor. There's usually no separate baggage car on European trains.
Does Eurostar run after Brexit?
Rest assured; our trains will still be running after 01 January 2021 . This page will be updated regularly to help you prepare for travel from 01 January 2021. Please note that negotiations between governments are still ongoing, so the following information may change.
Are there plug sockets on the Eurostar?
Eurostar on Twitter: “Ok great! the plug sockets are located in every carriage between the seats .
