76% of trains arrive within 5 minutes of their scheduled arrival time. 86% of trains arrive within 15 minutes of their scheduled arrival time. There are occasions, usually outside of our control, where trains may be delayed or disrupted.
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90%-95% of Eurostar trains arrive on time or within 15 minutes, whilst competing short-haul flights typically manage only 65-70% measured by the same standard.
Sometimes but not often. It is usually reliable BUT I've had two occasions where I was significantly delayed. On one occasion a train ahead of mine derailed; because of this, the train I was on departed late, could not travel at full speed, and there was single tracking around the area of the derailment.
Compensation for delays or cancellationIf your Eurostar journey was disrupted, you may be able to claim compensation if the delay was Eurostar's fault. Just wait 24 hours after arriving at your destination and make sure you've got a copy of your tickets. You can submit a claim up to 60 days after the date of travel.
What if I miss my Eurostar / National Rail journey as a result of delay? If you miss your Eurostar service as a result of delays or cancellations to your National Rail service on your outbound journey you will be placed on the next available service to your Continental destination at no extra charge.
Typically, the time and date on your ticket can be changed, but not the origin or destination. Conditions vary according to your fare. If you decide to travel on a different route, you'll need to buy a new ticket.
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.
If your train has been cancelled or announced as delayed before departure by more than 6o minutes, you can reschedule your trip for another date or swap your ticket for an e-voucher, which you can use to rebook later in the year or claim a cash refund.
If you miss your connecting trainThis means you'll usually be permitted to travel on the next available train free of charge if your first train is delayed. They do not entitle you to a full refund of your order. You may need to show your tickets on later services as evidence of the delay.
Comfy seats and plenty of space if you have a table for 4. Charging points for laptop and phone. Food is good and staff make sure you are offered plenty of drinks.
Fares from London to Paris or Brussels start at £52 one-way or £78 return. Standard Premier (1st class) fares start at £115 one-way, £199 return. Fares work like air fares. Prices increase as departure date approaches and the cheaper seats sell out, so book early.
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.
A cut in the number of border officials means it takes nearly 30% longer to process passengers leaving St Pancras International than before Brexit and the pandemic. Also contributing to the delay is the post-Brexit requirement to stamp UK passports for outbound travel.
The reason is that the cheap return tickets have to be used on the specified train and cannot be transferred without paying more money. The single tickets generally have no restrictions on them so you can use any train on that route or get a refund if you don't use it.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Make it midweek. Savvy travellers know that the cheapest Eurostar tickets are usually for trains on Tuesday and Wednesday. It isn't only the fare that's a bargain, the hotels are too.