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Eurostar Has Announced The Date On Which Its Direct Service From Amsterdam To London Will Return

Eurostar's direct rail service between Amsterdam and London will resume on February 10, 2025, post-renovation of Amsterdam Centraal station.

Eurostar marks 30 years of cross-Channel service

Eurostar faces challenges in resuming station stops in Kent after nearly 30 years of operation. Financial issues and Brexit implications hinder service restoration.

London mayor warns new EU border checks will cause Eurostar travel 'chaos'

London mayor warns of chaos for Eurostar passengers due to new border scheme
Automated EU Entry/Exit System will record non-EU national's details and biometric data

Eurostar: Calls to sort upcoming passport checks

London's mayor is calling for urgent resolution of passport check issues at Eurostar post-Brexit.
The new biometric border control system at St Pancras International is deemed inadequate and could cause long delays.

Mayor calls on ministers to prevent post-Brexit border checks leading to Eurostar cap

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, is urging the government to address potential issues with post-Brexit red tape and avoid chaos in the Eurostar service.
HS1 has raised concerns about inadequate planning for the new EU biometric Entry/Exit System checks at St Pancras station, which could lead to delays and service disruptions.

Eurostar Has Announced The Date On Which Its Direct Service From Amsterdam To London Will Return

Eurostar's direct rail service between Amsterdam and London will resume on February 10, 2025, post-renovation of Amsterdam Centraal station.

Eurostar marks 30 years of cross-Channel service

Eurostar faces challenges in resuming station stops in Kent after nearly 30 years of operation. Financial issues and Brexit implications hinder service restoration.

London mayor warns new EU border checks will cause Eurostar travel 'chaos'

London mayor warns of chaos for Eurostar passengers due to new border scheme
Automated EU Entry/Exit System will record non-EU national's details and biometric data

Eurostar: Calls to sort upcoming passport checks

London's mayor is calling for urgent resolution of passport check issues at Eurostar post-Brexit.
The new biometric border control system at St Pancras International is deemed inadequate and could cause long delays.

Mayor calls on ministers to prevent post-Brexit border checks leading to Eurostar cap

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, is urging the government to address potential issues with post-Brexit red tape and avoid chaos in the Eurostar service.
HS1 has raised concerns about inadequate planning for the new EU biometric Entry/Exit System checks at St Pancras station, which could lead to delays and service disruptions.
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#travel

Delta Loyalists Are Getting Access to Eurostar - Here's Why

Eurostar partners with SkyTeam to enhance intermodal travel across Europe, combining air and rail tickets under one reservation by 2025.

The Best Ski Resorts in France

French ski resorts are currently among the best in Europe, enhanced by new amenities and direct access via Eurostar.

Eurostar offering 30% off all tickets for three days only

Eurostar is offering a 30% discount on tickets for its 30th birthday from November 12 to 14, 2024.

You Can Travel from London to the Alps by Train This Ski Season

Eurostar Snow service returns for ski season, running from London to French Alps on weekends from December to March.

Here's How You Can Get Up To 50% Off Eurostar Tickets All Year Round

Eurostar Snap offers discounted spontaneous train travel to major European cities, making adventures more accessible while promoting eco-friendly travel.

Delta Loyalists Are Getting Access to Eurostar - Here's Why

Eurostar partners with SkyTeam to enhance intermodal travel across Europe, combining air and rail tickets under one reservation by 2025.

The Best Ski Resorts in France

French ski resorts are currently among the best in Europe, enhanced by new amenities and direct access via Eurostar.

Eurostar offering 30% off all tickets for three days only

Eurostar is offering a 30% discount on tickets for its 30th birthday from November 12 to 14, 2024.

You Can Travel from London to the Alps by Train This Ski Season

Eurostar Snow service returns for ski season, running from London to French Alps on weekends from December to March.

Here's How You Can Get Up To 50% Off Eurostar Tickets All Year Round

Eurostar Snap offers discounted spontaneous train travel to major European cities, making adventures more accessible while promoting eco-friendly travel.
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#rail-travel

I rode in Eurostar Plus from London to Paris for $99. I'll absolutely do this upgrade every time I travel by train.

Train travel from London to Paris is more efficient and cost-effective than flying, despite the longer travel time.

Eurostar passenger numbers jump a record 22 per cent

Eurostar passenger numbers increased by 22% in 2023, reaching pre-pandemic levels.
Eurostar plans to reach 30 million passengers by 2030.

I rode in Eurostar Plus from London to Paris for $99. I'll absolutely do this upgrade every time I travel by train.

Train travel from London to Paris is more efficient and cost-effective than flying, despite the longer travel time.

Eurostar passenger numbers jump a record 22 per cent

Eurostar passenger numbers increased by 22% in 2023, reaching pre-pandemic levels.
Eurostar plans to reach 30 million passengers by 2030.
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#high-speed-rail

London Eurostar passengers asked to postpone journeys after arson attack

Eurostar passengers were asked to postpone trips due to arson attacks causing delays and cancellations on high-speed rail lines before the Olympics.

Save Up to 50% Off Eurostar Trains with This Last-minute and Flexible Booking Option

Eurostar's Snap program offers up to 50% off last-minute and flexible tickets, enabling spontaneous travel across Europe.

London Eurostar passengers asked to postpone journeys after arson attack

Eurostar passengers were asked to postpone trips due to arson attacks causing delays and cancellations on high-speed rail lines before the Olympics.

Save Up to 50% Off Eurostar Trains with This Last-minute and Flexible Booking Option

Eurostar's Snap program offers up to 50% off last-minute and flexible tickets, enabling spontaneous travel across Europe.
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#train-travel

It Could Get Cheaper To Use The Eurostar From London In 2025

Eurostar fares may drop by 7.7% in 2025, improving accessibility between the UK and mainland Europe.

French train passengers limited to two bags

Passengers on SNCF TGV InOui and Intercite lines limited to two luggage pieces. Baggage dimensions specified for large and small items.
Grace period until September 15th before fines for exceeding baggage limits are imposed. Different rules apply for OuiGo and Eurostar services.

It Could Get Cheaper To Use The Eurostar From London In 2025

Eurostar fares may drop by 7.7% in 2025, improving accessibility between the UK and mainland Europe.

French train passengers limited to two bags

Passengers on SNCF TGV InOui and Intercite lines limited to two luggage pieces. Baggage dimensions specified for large and small items.
Grace period until September 15th before fines for exceeding baggage limits are imposed. Different rules apply for OuiGo and Eurostar services.
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#london

Eurostar trains could soon start stopping at Stratford International in east London

Stratford International may soon revive plans for Eurostar services to enhance London transport links and alleviate congestion at St Pancras.

WATCH: Train tunnel under the Thames floods resulting in cancellation of services

Train services in London have been cancelled due to flooding in a tunnel under the Thames.
Both Eurostar and Southeastern Railway have been affected by the flooding.

Eurostar Trains From London To Amsterdam Will Run This Summer After All

Eurostar trains from London to Amsterdam will continue to run during the renovation works at Amsterdam Centraal Station from June 2024.
The frequency of the trains will drop from four to three per day, and passengers traveling to London will need to change at Brussels station.

How (And Why) To Get Tickets To The London Railway Station You've Never Heard Of

Kudos to London International...

Eurostar trains could soon start stopping at Stratford International in east London

Stratford International may soon revive plans for Eurostar services to enhance London transport links and alleviate congestion at St Pancras.

WATCH: Train tunnel under the Thames floods resulting in cancellation of services

Train services in London have been cancelled due to flooding in a tunnel under the Thames.
Both Eurostar and Southeastern Railway have been affected by the flooding.

Eurostar Trains From London To Amsterdam Will Run This Summer After All

Eurostar trains from London to Amsterdam will continue to run during the renovation works at Amsterdam Centraal Station from June 2024.
The frequency of the trains will drop from four to three per day, and passengers traveling to London will need to change at Brussels station.

How (And Why) To Get Tickets To The London Railway Station You've Never Heard Of

Kudos to London International...
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#disability-rights

Wheelchair user prevented from boarding Eurostar

Disability rights activist Sam Jennings faced systemic barriers while trying to board Eurostar, illustrating accessibility issues for disabled travelers.

Eurostar reverses wheelchair policy that left user stranded, after Observer campaign

Eurostar reversed a policy barring London staff from pushing passenger wheelchairs, after a wheelchair user was stranded and faced accessibility issues.

Wheelchair user prevented from boarding Eurostar

Disability rights activist Sam Jennings faced systemic barriers while trying to board Eurostar, illustrating accessibility issues for disabled travelers.

Eurostar reverses wheelchair policy that left user stranded, after Observer campaign

Eurostar reversed a policy barring London staff from pushing passenger wheelchairs, after a wheelchair user was stranded and faced accessibility issues.
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#travel-disruption

Further Eurostar cancellations hold up Paris 2024 passengers

Eurostar passengers faced delays and cancellations due to arson attack in France affecting travel to start of Paris Olympics.

Eurostar tells passengers not to travel amid Paris Olympics arson attacks

Eurostar recommends passengers avoid travel due to attacks on French rail network.

Eurostar delays to and from London after train hits tractor-trailer at crossing

A train collided with a tractor trailer, causing major disruptions to Eurostar services between London and Brussels.

Further Eurostar cancellations hold up Paris 2024 passengers

Eurostar passengers faced delays and cancellations due to arson attack in France affecting travel to start of Paris Olympics.

Eurostar tells passengers not to travel amid Paris Olympics arson attacks

Eurostar recommends passengers avoid travel due to attacks on French rail network.

Eurostar delays to and from London after train hits tractor-trailer at crossing

A train collided with a tractor trailer, causing major disruptions to Eurostar services between London and Brussels.
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from www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Everything we know about France's Olympic rail chaos as Kremlin responds to arrest

Saboteurs attacked France's rail networks just before the Paris Olympic Games, causing disruption and delays for Eurostar customers traveling between the UK and France.

Travel chaos hits St Pancras as Eurostar services from London to Paris disrupted

Eurostar trains to Paris cancelled/diverted due to malicious acts before Paris 2024 Olympics.
from www.bbc.com
5 months ago

Eurostar services severely delayed over e-gate issue

Eurostar passengers face delays in Paris due to UK Border Force e-gates issue.

Olympics 2024: London-Paris Eurostar trains selling three times faster than usual

Eurostar expects record demand during Paris Olympics 2024.

Flash sale on Eurostar with tickets for 35 each way

Flash sale for Eurostar tickets from £35 each way between London, Lille, Paris, Brussels.
Valid for travel between March 13th to May 23rd with limited blackout dates; tickets qualify for changes up to 7 days before travel.

Sadiq Khan says Government must prevent post-Brexit Eurostar 'chaos'

Sadiq Khan is concerned about the potential chaos for passengers using Eurostar due to new post-Brexit border checks at St Pancras station.
The new biometric border controls could create huge queues and lead to delays and potential capping of services and passenger numbers.

Eurostar may cap services due to post-Brexit passport checks, warns station owner

Eurostar could be forced to limit passenger numbers at St Pancras due to inadequate biometric border control plans.
The Entry/Exit System (EES) checks, which require personal information and biometric data, could lead to long delays and potential capping of services.

2023 rebrands: The good, the bad and the ugly

The Good: Eurostar's rebranding was successful and captured the essence of Europe, travel, and style
The Bad: HBO's rebranding was seen as a negative move and lost the reputation and equity built over the years

ASA Censures Eurostar for Misleading Ad; Record Year for UK Broadband; California Introduces New AI Regulations

Eurostar censured for misleading ad claiming seats from £39 each way
2023 saw record-breaking broadband use in the UK
#flood

All Eurostar trains to and from London cancelled due to flooding

Eurostar trains were cancelled after flooding in a tunnel, leaving thousands of travellers frustrated and disappointed.
Stranded travellers had to cancel or delay holidays and miss new year plans, leading to extra expenses.

BREAKING: Eurostar cancels services due to flooding in UK

Eurostar cancels trains due to infrastructure problem near London
Disruption expected until the end of the day

Eurostar cancels trains to and from London due to floods DW 12/30/2023

Eurostar cancelled 41 trains due to tunnel flooding in southern England, affecting thousands of passengers.
The flooding also caused disruptions to other national train services in the UK.

Eurostar Channel services restarting on Sunday as flooding is cleared

Eurostar services through the Channel tunnel will resume on Sunday, but there may still be delays and busy stations.
Unprecedented flooding caused major disruptions to Eurostar and Southeastern railway services, affecting travel in London and mainland Europe.

Eurostar warns of delays as London trains resume after flooding

Flooding caused the cancellation of all Saturday Eurostar trains, leading to potential delays on Sunday.
Engineers have brought water under control in two tunnels, but speed restrictions may cause delays and stations to be busy on Sunday.

All Eurostar trains to and from London cancelled due to flooding

Eurostar trains were cancelled after flooding in a tunnel, leaving thousands of travellers frustrated and disappointed.
Stranded travellers had to cancel or delay holidays and miss new year plans, leading to extra expenses.

BREAKING: Eurostar cancels services due to flooding in UK

Eurostar cancels trains due to infrastructure problem near London
Disruption expected until the end of the day

Eurostar cancels trains to and from London due to floods DW 12/30/2023

Eurostar cancelled 41 trains due to tunnel flooding in southern England, affecting thousands of passengers.
The flooding also caused disruptions to other national train services in the UK.

Eurostar Channel services restarting on Sunday as flooding is cleared

Eurostar services through the Channel tunnel will resume on Sunday, but there may still be delays and busy stations.
Unprecedented flooding caused major disruptions to Eurostar and Southeastern railway services, affecting travel in London and mainland Europe.

Eurostar warns of delays as London trains resume after flooding

Flooding caused the cancellation of all Saturday Eurostar trains, leading to potential delays on Sunday.
Engineers have brought water under control in two tunnels, but speed restrictions may cause delays and stations to be busy on Sunday.
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Eurostar resumes rail services after flood disruptions DW 12/30/2023

Eurostar suspended over 40 trains on Saturday due to tunnel flooding in southern England.
Eurostar trains will resume normal services on Sunday.

Thousands stranded as Eurostar cancels more than a dozen trains due to flooded tunnels

14 Eurostar trains were cancelled due to flooding in tunnels in southern England, affecting thousands of passengers
Flooding caused the closure of both railway tunnels near Ebbsfleet International Station, resulting in no trains being able to run between London St Pancras International and Ebbsfleet International
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Six-month suspension for Eurostar trains from Amsterdam to London

Eurostar services from the Netherlands to London will be suspended for six months due to the renovation of Amsterdam Centraal station.
Passengers will need to take a train to Brussels and change onto a Eurostar service to travel from Amsterdam or Rotterdam to London.
Direct Eurostar trains from London to the Netherlands will continue to operate.

Eurostar to Suspend Amsterdam to London Service for 6 Months

Direct train service from Amsterdam to London on the Eurostar will be suspended for six months starting in June 2023 due to renovations at Amsterdam Centraal Station.
A larger terminal for Eurostar passengers will be built at Amsterdam Centraal Station and is expected to be ready by January 2025.
During the service disruption, passengers can still travel from Amsterdam to Britain by transferring in Brussels.

Eurostar Amsterdam to London trains cancelled for passengers for six months - but will still run empty

Eurostar trains from Amsterdam to London will not take passengers for six months while a new terminal is built at Centraal station in Amsterdam.
Passengers from Amsterdam and Rotterdam heading to London will need to change trains in Brussels instead during this time.
There will be no direct train to London from Amsterdam between June 2024 and January 2025.

Six-month suspension for Eurostar trains from Amsterdam to London

Eurostar services from the Netherlands to London will be suspended for six months due to the renovation of Amsterdam Centraal station.
Passengers will need to take a train to Brussels and change onto a Eurostar service to travel from Amsterdam or Rotterdam to London.
Direct Eurostar trains from London to the Netherlands will continue to operate.

Eurostar to Suspend Amsterdam to London Service for 6 Months

Direct train service from Amsterdam to London on the Eurostar will be suspended for six months starting in June 2023 due to renovations at Amsterdam Centraal Station.
A larger terminal for Eurostar passengers will be built at Amsterdam Centraal Station and is expected to be ready by January 2025.
During the service disruption, passengers can still travel from Amsterdam to Britain by transferring in Brussels.

Eurostar Amsterdam to London trains cancelled for passengers for six months - but will still run empty

Eurostar trains from Amsterdam to London will not take passengers for six months while a new terminal is built at Centraal station in Amsterdam.
Passengers from Amsterdam and Rotterdam heading to London will need to change trains in Brussels instead during this time.
There will be no direct train to London from Amsterdam between June 2024 and January 2025.
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You'll be able to get a train from London to the Alps this winter

Eurostar Snow will return to London this winter, offering ski trips to the French Alps, starting from £139.
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