Eurostar Trains

Eurostar has revolutionized cross-border travel, offering a fast, comfortable and eco-friendly alternative to flying.

With speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h), Eurostar links London with major cities in France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany.

Eurostar Routes and Destinations

Eurostar operates from London St Pancras International, with direct services to:

France

• Paris Gare du Nord (2h 16m) – The flagship route, with up to 17 daily trains.
• Lille Europe (1h 22m) – A key stop for connections to northern France and Brussels.
• Disneyland Paris (Marne-la-Vallee) (2h 49m) – Direct seasonal services for families.
• Avignon (5h 49m) – Seasonal summer service to Provence.
• Bourg-Saint-Maurice (7h 30m) – Winter ski train to the French Alps.

Belgium

• Brussels Midi/Zuid (1h 53m) – Connects to Thalys high-speed trains for onward travel to Germany and the Netherlands.

The Netherlands

• Amsterdam Centraal (4h 09m) – Direct service launched in 2018, with stops at Rotterdam Centraal (3h 13m).

Germany

• Eurostar offers a direct services to Cologne and Frankfurt, further expanding its reach into central Europe.

Facilities Onboard Eurostar Trains

Eurostar’s modern e320 and e300 (Class 374) trains are designed for comfort, efficiency and convenience offering passengers:

Seating Classes

Standard Class
• Spacious seats with power sockets (UK/EU plugs & USB).
• Free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment.
• Luggage storage under seats and overhead racks.

Standard Premier
• Wider seats with extra legroom.
• Light meal and drinks served at your seat.
• Dedicated check-in and lounge access at some stations.

Business Premier
• Premium reclining seats with tables.
• Gourmet three-course meal with champagne.
• Fast-track security and lounge access.

Wi-Fi and Entertainment

• Free Wi-Fi throughout the train.
• Eurostar Play – On-demand movies, TV shows and magazines via personal devices.

Eurostar Dining Options

• Standard & Standard Premier Passengers - Cafe Metropole – A bar buffet selling sandwiches, snacks and drinks. Complimentary light meal in Standard Premier.
• Business Premier Passengers enjoy fine dining with seasonal menus and wine pairings.

Eurostar Luggage Allowance

No weight limit, but each passenger can only bring:

• 2 large items (max 85cm long).
• 1 small hand luggage item.
• Bicycles and sports equipment allowed (must be booked in advance).

Accessibility Services

• Wheelchair-accessible spaces and toilets.
• Priority boarding and assistance available (book in advance).
• Fast Check-In: Arrive 45-60 minutes before departure (compared to 2+ hours for flights).
• City-Center to City-Center: Avoid long airport transfers.

With extensive routes, modern facilities and reliable service, Eurostar remains a popular choice for long-distance travel across Britain and Europe.

Although ticket offices and ticketing machines at most train stations sell Eurostar train tickets, purchasing your Eurostar train ticket online here is by far the simplest and usually a lot cheaper too.