What is not allowed on Eurostar?

Any quantity of inflammable substances, including empty canisters e.g. petrol, methylated spirits, paint thinners. Don't worry though, you can take nail polish and hairspray. Firelighters and lighter fuel. All flick knives, gravity knives and daggers.



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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.

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More prohibited items Unlicensed firearms, including replicas and de-activated firearms. Imitation or toy guns that have the appearance of a genuine weapon. Ammunition of any calibre and in any quantity.

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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. So why not bring a bottle too.

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Luggage allowance. Travelling with Eurostar is all about comfort and convenience. That means no last-minute panic over toiletries or trying to predict the weather. There's no weight limit on your luggage, meaning you can bring every little essential with you.

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Here's what I got for my money. I upgraded my Eurostar ticket from London to Brussels to first class for only $12 more. The carriage was significantly more spacious than standard class and I also got a meal. I even got my own single seat, with no one directly next to or opposite me.

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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.

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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.

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Yes. There are toilets at the end of each coach, as well as disabled toilets and baby changing facilities on board. If you'd like to make sure you're sitting nearby, go to Manage a booking to choose your seat.

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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's no restriction on liquids so you can take all your favourite toiletries. We do have some restrictions on alcohol.

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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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Luggage racks above your seat. Free space on the floor between certain seats arranged back to back. Special luggage racks at the end of each coach for bigger items.

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When does Eurostar check-in open? 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.

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Labelling your bags is mandatory on all Eurostar and French trains, so you should affix a label that includes the passenger's full name. Paper labels can normally be found at large stations (e.g. Eurostar terminals) but we recommend purchasing something more sturdy that will last more than one trip.

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Standard class seats on the e320 and refurbished e300 trains can be reclined slightly, for posture rather than sleeping. Standard class seating on a Eurostar e320.

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This should give you your own family space anyway. But don't leave it to the last minute. As others have said, Standard on the Eurostar is quite comfortable. I wouldn't pay more for Premier, although from time to time there are specials which make Premier fares less expensive than Standard.

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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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