How does the Eurostar go from London to Paris?

London – Departure ? Paris – Arrival
  • The Eurostar train travels underneath the English Channel through the Channel Tunnel, sometimes referred to as the 'Chunnel'.
  • There are three actual tunnels, two used for passenger trains and freight trains while the third tunnel is a service tunnel.




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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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As you may know, this train travels underwater for a short time. The underwater train from London to Paris goes through the Channel Tunnel, which runs under the English Channel for approximately 13 minutes.

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The high-speed Eurostar train whisks you to Paris from London— or in the opposite direction— in as little as two hours and 16 minutes, traveling at speeds of up to 186 miles per hour.

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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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As you may know, this train travels underwater for a short time. The underwater train from London to Paris goes through the Channel Tunnel, which runs under the English Channel for approximately 13 minutes.

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Unless you book well in advance, the cost of traveling to Paris on the Eurostar is more expensive than flying.

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Travelling with luggage There's no restriction on liquids so you can take all your favourite toiletries.

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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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Eurostar luggage allowance The ticket price includes 2 luggage per pax (up to 85cm long). You don't need to check in luggage as long as it's within your allowance. There is no luggage weight restriction on Eurostar; you just have to be able to carry your bags onto the train.

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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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Find out what travel documents are needed to travel with Eurostar. To travel on Eurostar each passenger needs a valid passports.

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The Standard travel experience Bring two bags up to 85cm and one piece of hand luggage for no extra charge and with no weight limits.

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As you may know, this train travels underwater for a short time. The underwater train from London to Paris goes through the Channel Tunnel, which runs under the English Channel for approximately 13 minutes.

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Do you have to stay in your car when using the Channel Tunnel? You can choose to sit in the car during the entire crossing, or get out and stretch your legs on the train. There are toilets available, should you need them.

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The Channel Tunnel is 31.5 miles long or 50.45 km. That's the equivalent of 169 Eiffel Towers stacked on top of each other. 23.5 miles (37.9 km) of the Channel Tunnel is under the English Channel, making it the world's longest undersea tunnel.

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