Can you take large luggage on Eurostar?

Travelling with excess or oversized luggage on Eurostar If you're travelling with excess or oversized luggage (Max H:165cm x D:57cm x W:135cm), you must book a dedicated space for it in advance by emailing our Eurostar Travel Services team on [email protected].



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Items containing incapacitating substances such as gas guns, tear gas sprays, mace, CS gas, phosphorus, acid and other dangerous chemicals that could be used to maim or disable. Any quantity of inflammable substances, including empty canisters e.g. petrol, methylated spirits, paint thinners.

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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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All ticketed passengers may carry up to three pieces of luggage. The largest piece of luggage may not exceed 85 x 55 x 35 cm (height-width-depth). The total weight of the three items of luggage may not exceed 25kg.

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Our coaches are equipped with several areas for stowing luggage, including:
  1. Luggage racks above your seat.
  2. Free space on the floor between certain seats arranged back to back.
  3. Special luggage racks at the end of each coach for bigger items.


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Size and Weight Limits There are no strict luggage limits on trains in mainland Europe. Eurostar allows each adult two pieces of luggage each, each measuring up to 85cm, so large suitcases are no problem. You'll also be able to take a piece of hand luggage each, as well as pushchairs and prams at no additional charge.

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Most airlines will allow you to check one bag and have one carry-on bag. There is normally a maximum weight limit of 50 pounds per checked bag as well as a size restriction. The most common maximum size bag allowed is 62 linear (total) inches. A common size bag for checking through is: 27 x 21 x 14.

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How long does the Eurostar check-in take? 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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Check-in for Eurostar journeys opens an hour and 15 minutes before departure. We recommend that you arrive at least 90 minutes prior to your train leaving so you can have a stress-free check-in.

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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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Any bag with a sum of length, width, and height of greater than 62 inches will generally fall into the oversized category.

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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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Carry-on and personal items must be kept with you, stored in overhead racks, under seats or designated baggage areas.

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If you bring oversized baggage aboard a train without a reservation, you will have to pay the carry-on fee and store the baggage in a space designated by the conductor.

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The Channel Tunnel is under the English Channel for 37.9 km or 23.5 miles, which is the worlds longest undersea tunnel. When riding the Eurostar you'll be underwater for about 13 minutes.

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Eurail passes do not cover local transport like trams or metros, only intercity trains. Rail Europe is another company that offers similar European train passes.

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Most European train and railway companies do not have a strict luggage policy: passengers can usually take more than one suitcase on the train, if they can lift and transport them. Musical instruments, sports equipment and pets are allowed on most of the trains but usually the dimensions are limited.

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