Do you check luggage on Eurostar?

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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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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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.

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Check that you have a clear page in your passport, as it will need to be stamped with your travel date when you're travelling to and from the EU.

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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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When does Eurostar check-in open? 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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Declaring cash If you're carrying cash of €10,000 or more (or the equivalent amount in another currency), you must declare it to EU customs and complete an EU Cash Declaration Form. Cash you must declare includes: Banknotes and coins. Bearer negotiable instruments (eg.

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Any quantity of inflammable substances, including empty canisters e.g. petrol, methylated spirits, paint thinners. Don't worry though, you can take nail polish and hairspray. Firelighters and lighter fuel. All flick knives, gravity knives and daggers.

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Don't actually think you get a choice - it's allocated for you. But not much difference in what you see. Agree that the sights aren't that interesting on the Eurostar route to from London to Paris. There were 4 of us traveling together and we ended up playing cards most of the way.

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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. So why not bring a bottle too.

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Please remind your customers that face masks must still be worn in our stations and on board our trains for the safety of our passengers and colleagues.

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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. And if you've picked up a coffee at the station, just pop it in the special tray and we'll hand it back on the other side of security.

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The main difference between standard and Standard Premier is the food, closely followed by the views and extra legroom. If you want a more luxurious experience, or even if you're travelling solo and prefer a single seating arrangement, Standard Premier is well worth the upgrade.

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Which train companies operate between London and Paris? Only one passenger train company is able to use the Chunnel, and that is the Eurostar train. The high-speed train goes directly from London St. Pancras Station to Paris Gare du Nord.

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Yes. There are toilets at the end of each coach, as well as disabled toilets and baby changing facilities on board. If you'd like to make sure you're sitting nearby, go to Manage a booking to choose your seat.

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Laptops and mobile phones can be used throughout the journey, so there's no need to switch them off or change any settings before you board. Click here to find out more about the Eurostar app. It's available for download from the App Store and Google Play.

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Our free wi-fi uses 3G and 4G signals en route.

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Simply log in to Manage your Booking at any time to change seats. You'll find the change seats option under your train details. To see which way your seat is facing, check the arrows on the seat plan. Then simply sit back and enjoy the ride.

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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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Declaring cash Cash you must declare includes: Banknotes and coins. Bearer negotiable instruments (eg. cheques, travellers' cheques, promissory notes and money orders)

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