Is there a first class on the Eurostar?

Business Premier tickets are Eurostar's first-class offering for passengers who wish to travel in the highest levels of comfort. They're usually the most expensive tickets available to buy, but they do offer plenty of flexibility and the best in onboard facilities.



People Also Ask

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.

MORE DETAILS

To upgrade on eurostar.com, simply sign in to Manage a booking to change your ticket. Otherwise, arrive at the station a little earlier than usual and go to the Eurostar ticket office. Upgrades are subject to availability and payment of any difference in fare (per person per leg of journey) so the price may vary.

MORE DETAILS

Sometimes First Class can turn out to be even cheaper than standard. However, the extra benefits vary from just an antimacassar, to extra seating area, reclining seats, more convenient luggage space, and inclusive food and drink.

MORE DETAILS

Premium economy, meanwhile, functions similarly to domestic first class on long-haul international flights. It's a step up from standard economy and can feature different food, better alcohol and amenity kits. Premium economy seats tend to be similar to domestic first class seats.

MORE DETAILS

But there is added comfort in full class, and given the nominal price differnce and your travel companions, I would suggest that you choose first class. There's somewhat more room in first class and the seats are *supposed* to be slightly more comfortable. You can't be served a meal at your seat in second class.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

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.

MORE DETAILS

Book early to get the best prices Don't worry if you're still deciding on the exact dates. With Eurostar, you can book tickets up to 120 days in advance and the earlier you book, the better value the fares.

MORE DETAILS

Exclusive to First-Class Passengers Once onboard, you'll enjoy complimentary at-seat meal and beverage service provided by our onboard staff of First Class attendants. Selections include freshly prepared chef inspired entrees as well as alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.

MORE DETAILS

If overcrowding becomes intense, first class can be “declassified”, i.e. opened up to all passengers, regardless of their tickets. But there is no automatic right to occupy first class. Ad hoc declassification typically happens after other trains have been cancelled or seriously delayed.

MORE DETAILS

The cheapest way to get a business or first-class ticket is to buy an economy ticket then buy an upgrade. You can either do this immediately after booking or look for last-minute upgrades as your travel date approaches. The price for premium cabin fares decreases as you get closer to departure.

MORE DETAILS

The best way to get upgraded to first class for free is to earn elite airline status. Complimentary upgrades are offered to frequent fliers on all the major airlines, although not necessarily on every route.

MORE DETAILS

Usually just asking a flight attendant for an upgrade won't work, but there are a couple of cases where your chances largely increase. If economy class has been overbooked and there are seats in business, make sure you're quick to offer (this helps when you're sitting in the first couple of rows).

MORE DETAILS

Eurostar e320 travel guide: On these 320 trains, the Business Premier/Standard Premier seats are located in coaches 1 - 3 and 14-16, while standard class is located in coaches 4 - 7 and 10-13.

MORE DETAILS