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Do your bags get checked on Eurotunnel?

Port or Channel Tunnel Operators are permitted to search any public vehicle travelling through their system, and may, where necessary, involve the Police in this process. This includes searching of the Coach itself and all baggage carried on it.



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Hazardous Articles include but are not limited to fireworks, firearms, explosives and weapons of any kind. 3.1 The Carriage of Hazardous Articles is subject to prohibitions and restrictions. 3.1. 2 Firearms: the Carriage of Firearms is RESTRICTED.

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If you are entering the UK, the basic rules are that you are allowed to bring in 42 litres of beer, 18 litres of still wine, 4 litres of spirits OR 9 litres of sparkling wine. In addition to alcohol, you are allowed 200 cigarettes OR 100 cigarillos OR 50 cigars OR 250g of tobacco (or a combination of these quantities).

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Travelling with us is the quickest, easiest, and most eco-friendly way to cross the channel. Our fares include your vehicle and up to 9 people. With no luggage restrictions you are free to bring all the luggage and sports equipment you want . . . and you can also bring your furry friends when travelling with us too.

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

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You are unable to smoke on Eurotunnel shuttles as the smoke will interfere with their fire detection systems. When you travel by ferry, you'll find a designated outdoor smoking area which you can access throughout your crossing.

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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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All of our border and luggage checks take place before you depart, which means you can simply hop off the train when you arrive. There may be times when you experience queues at the station. This can particularly happen on peak days or when checks take a bit longer.

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If you check-in within 2 hours either side of your reserved time, within the validity of your ticket you may be offered a space on the next departure with availability without charge.

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There's no weight limit on your luggage, meaning you can bring every little essential with you. All we ask is that you're able to transport your bags safely on and off the train and that they're stored out of harm's way in our dedicated areas. And don't forget to label your luggage clearly, too.

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These include, for example, drugs, counterfeits, some plants and animals, or some hazardous materials for health. Other products may be transported but their entry is subject to a strict regulation (weapon, fruit and vegetables, etc). If you don't follow it, you risk penalties.

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