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Eurostar high-speed train

Eurostar is a high-speed passenger train that connects London with Brussels and Paris. The Eurostar trains cross under the English Channel through the Channel tunnel between Britain and France.

Routes

Eurostar trains operate on the following routes:

  • Brussels Midi to London Waterloo (daily up to 9 trains)
  • Paris Nord to London Waterloo (daily up to 19 trains)

Some services stop at Ashford International in Kent , Calais Frethun or Lille-Europe from where clients can connect from/to the French TGV network to travel onwards throughout France

Eurail Pass holders

Eurostar offers attractive discounts to Eurail Pass holders. The exact level of discount is dependent on various factors including how far in advance the booking is made, time of travel etc. Fares are even more attractive if booked before arriving in Europe. The Passholder reduction in Leisure Select is also available with a 2nd class Youth Pass. All fares are subject to availability and the Eurail Pass must be valid in either the country of departure or the country of arrival.

Please note: your Eurail Pass doesn't have to be validated before you travel with Eurostar.

Reservations
The Passholder fare cannot be booked online. For telephone bookings please call Eurostar at 0044 1233 617 575. Please note that all telephone bookings will be charged in Pounds Sterling and that a £5 booking fee applies.

Website: www.eurostar.com.

Special features

In Leisure Select, a meal and drinks service is included in the price of the ticket. Travelers also benefit from wide, reclining seats and a choice of newspapers and magazines. In Standard Class, travelers can choose from one of the train’s two bar-buffets.

In Leisure Select, a meal and drinks service is included in the price of the ticket. Travelers also benefit from wide, reclining seats and a choice of newspapers and magazines. In Standard Class, travelers can choose from one of the train’s two bar-buffets.