Is a backpack considered hand luggage on Eurostar?

Overhead racks on European trains take small & medium holdalls & suitcases up to & including backpack-size... Racks near the entrance doors will take larger items. This is Eurostar. On some trains you can fit a medium suitcase, backpack or holdall between the seat backs.



On Eurostar services, a backpack is considered one of your allowed pieces of luggage, but where it fits in the hierarchy depends on its size. Eurostar's baggage policy is relatively generous compared to airlines; standard adult passengers are allowed two pieces of luggage (up to 85cm long) plus one small piece of hand luggage, such as a handbag or a small daypack. If you are carrying a large trekking backpack, it counts as one of your two main "large" items. If it is a standard school-sized or laptop backpack, it is treated as your "small" hand luggage. Unlike airlines, Eurostar does not have strict weight limits for these bags, provided you can safely carry and lift them into the luggage racks yourself. It is important to note that the small hand luggage item should be kept with you at your seat or in the rack above your head, while larger backpacks must be placed in the designated luggage areas at the ends of each carriage. Security at the station will X-ray all bags, including your backpack, but there are no "liquid restrictions" like at an airport, meaning you can keep your full-sized toiletries or a bottle of water inside your bag during the journey.

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Luggage on the Eurostar Passengers with an adult ticket can take a maximum of two bags (up to 85cm long) including rucksacks, suitcases or ski equipment and one small item of hand luggage.

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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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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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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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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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There are luggage racks at the ends of each car for large luggage pieces, and smaller hand luggage and backpacker packs easily fit in the overhead racks above the seating. As the overhead luggage racks are the easier option, don't underestimate the weight of your luggage.

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Usually, you just hop on the train… no security checks or bag searches. They do random bag checks sometimes, but they don't make everything go through security like at the airport.

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

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Domestic carry-on policies. A good rule of thumb is that if your carry-on bag fits under the seat in front of you, it's considered a personal item. This includes small backpacks, purses, briefcases, laptop bags, etc. Larger bags, including suitcases, must fit in the overhead bin compartment.

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Domestic carry-on policies. A good rule of thumb is that if your carry-on bag fits under the seat in front of you, it's considered a personal item. This includes small backpacks, purses, briefcases, laptop bags, etc. Larger bags, including suitcases, must fit in the overhead bin compartment.

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A carry on bag is your larger, primary bag, which you'll stow in the overhead bin. A backpack can be your carry on if it meets your airline's carry on size limits. A personal item is a smaller, secondary bag, which you'll stow under the seat in front of you.

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Where you print your Eurostar tickets depends on where your trip is departing from. But, whichever station you're catching the Eurostar from, you'll need to make sure you've printed your tickets at least 45 minutes beforehand - this gives you time to check in and board the train. You'll also need your ID to check in.

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Travel by train between London and Paris does not typically involve a passport check at the border. Passport checks are generally conducted when crossing international borders, but there is no border check between the United Kingdom and France as they are both part of the European Union's (EU) Schengen Area.

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The Eurostar requires passengers to wear face masks on board its services, unless they are exempt from wearing the coverings. The operator told ITV News London face coverings will remain mandatory on board and in all of its stations in the UK as well as in Europe.

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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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Passport control is a totally separate process, and passport control only wants to see passports. On board Eurostar, staff don't check tickets (because you've already scanned yours in to get entry to the departure lounge and platforms), let alone ask names.

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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. Our trains can carry up to 894 passengers, so 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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