Can I take food to France via Eurotunnel?

Yes, you can bring food with you for personal consumption between Folkestone & Calais, and for your onward journey.



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What Food Items Are Allowed into France?
  • Fruits and vegetables: Travelers are allowed to bring fresh fruits and vegetables from any country, provided that they are free from pests and diseases.
  • Packaged food items: Non-perishable packaged food items, such as cereals, pasta, and canned goods, are generally allowed.


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1 Acetylene (Oxy-acetylene) and toxic gases; 2.4. 2 Vehicles powered by or which run on Hazardous Goods including Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) (Butane or Propane), Liquid Natural Gas (LNG), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or any other flammable gas.

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Will I require customs clearance? All goods destined for or originating from a non-EU country will require UK customs clearance, which is a compulsory process which all drivers will be required to comply with in order to use the Eurotunnel le shuttle.

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Eurostar passengers require a valid passport or identity card. You will pass through UK, French, Dutch or Belgian customs depending on the journey you are undertaking.

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Can I take food on board? Absolutely. You can bring your own food on European and London routes. And unlike in the sky, we won't restrict you with stifling rules on liquids.

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You can get out your vehicle, but you stay with your car. The carriage is lit and there are toilet facilities available.

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More prohibited items Unlicensed firearms, including replicas and de-activated firearms. Imitation or toy guns that have the appearance of a genuine weapon. Ammunition of any calibre and in any quantity.

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You can take solid food such as sandwiches and fruit through security and on board. All liquid food must be packed in individual containers with a maximum capacity of 100 ml (3,4 oz) each and the containers must fit into one transparent and re-sealable plastic bag that is no larger than 1 liter.

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Packaged food items: Non-perishable packaged food items, such as cereals, pasta, and canned goods, are generally allowed. Baked goods: Baked goods, such as bread and cakes, are allowed as long as they do not contain any meat or dairy products.

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Your allowance includes two items of luggage (max. 75 x 53 x 30 cm) and one item of hand luggage. Any excess luggage must be transported in a case that's no longer than two metres, and may come with a charge of €30 per case. There's no weight limit, but you should be able to carry all your luggage.

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Arrival and check-in times Plan to check-in at least 1 hour and no more than 2 hours before your booked departure time. If it's a busy day, it's unlikely we'll be able to accommodate you on an earlier or later depature.

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If you're on the phone as you enter the tunnel, your call will continue uninterrupted, and work fine for the whole tunnel. However, just before leaving the tunnel your call will drop, as that's where the French network ends.

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By combining 3G and 4G mobile data signals along the route, we'll keep you connected where we can as we speed across borders and time zones. Whether you're working or unwinding, you can email, tweet and post using any wi-fi enabled phone, tablet or laptop, subject to connectivity – even in the Channel Tunnel.

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Unlike airlines, we don't limit the volume of liquids you can carry, so you can take all your toiletries with you, and even squeeze in a bottle of bubbly for the trip if you like.

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Our trains have free wi-fi throughout. To connect, choose EurostarTrainsWiFi then go to register.onboard.eurostar.com to get started.

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On Eurostar there's no weight limit for your luggage, but you must be able to carry and lift your bags safely on your own, as there is no porter service at the station and our teams are unfortunately unable to help with luggage. Each bag can be up to 85cm long at its widest point and should be clearly labelled.

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The check-in procedure for Eurostar train journeys takes roughly 20 minutes from start to finish, and depending on the class you're travelling in, it's recommended that you arrive at least 90 minutes before your Eurostar train leaves.

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With Eurostar, border and luggage checks take place before departure, so we ask our passengers to arrive at the station early enough to complete them. These timings are just for guidance and can sometimes change.

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