UK Rail Tours

Eurostar

Eurostar services operate from London St Pancras, Ebbsfleet  and Ashford to Brussels, Lille and Paris and Disneyland. These high speed trains are capable of speeds in excess of 180 miles per hour and offer a fast and very comfortable journey into Europe.

Eurostar Accommodation

STANDARD

* Check-in until 45 minutes before departure, you can arrive earlier of course.

* Bar Buffet available to purchase food and drinks.
In the on-board bar-buffets you’ll find an array of hot and cold, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks for sale, including champagne for those moments of pure indulgence. As for food meanwhile you can take your pick and purchase from a selection of quick and tasty snacks alongside a variety of wholesome, hearty dishes.

STANDARD PREMIER

* Check-in until 30 minutes before departure

* Exclusive Standard Premier carriages

In the quiet, spacious surroundings of your Standard Premier carriage you’ll find the freedom to work, think or simply unwind. Plug your phone or laptop into an on-board power socket, or pick a complimentary magazine from the rack and relax in your large, comfortable seat.
 
* A light meal and drinks served to your seat

As part of your Standard Premier journey our helpful waiting staff are on hand to serve a fresh, light, healthy meal to your seat. As for drinks, you can take your pick from tea, coffee and soft drinks, or maybe relax with a glass of wine or beer.

BUSINESS CLASS

 
* Taxi booking service
 
Book a taxi in the Business Premier lounge and beat the queues when you arrive. Simply speak to a member of staff at the reception desk to book your taxi, then look out for your driver when you arrive at your destination.
 
* Our boarding guarantee
For peace of mind and even greater flexibility, the Business Premier boarding guarantee means you can be certain you'll travel on the train you need. If you're running early or late and wish to travel on a different train on the same day as your original booking, we guarantee to find you a seat, even if Business Premier is full.

* Flexible tickets with dedicated ticket offices

We all know business plans can change at the drop of a bowler hat, and that’s why Business Premier offers tickets that are fully flexible for up to two months. What’s more, our high frequency of trains means you’re bound to find one that will get you where you need to be, when you need to be there.
 
* Fast track check-in
With the self service ticket machines you can avoid the queues and collect your tickets quickly and easily, before breezing through the dedicated Business Premier check-in, which closes just 10 minutes before departure.

* Exclusive Business Premier lounges
In the dedicated Business Premier lounges Business Premier travellers can take advantage of complimentary snacks and refreshments, a wide selection of newspapers and magazines, Internet connection, complimentary Wi-Fi access and live news updates.
 
* Dedicated Business Premier carriages
Comfortable Business Premier carriages offer the ideal working environment, with space to work in large, comfortable seats, and at seat power sockets. What’s more you’re free to use electronic devices on board (no fears about electromagnetic interference when you’re not up in the air), so there's no problem making phone calls (apart from when you’re in the tunnel), or turning on your laptop to prepare for that important meeting at the end of your journey.
 
* Food and drink menus created in association with Alain Roux
So you can make the most out of your journey your Business Premier ticket includes drinks and a meal suited to your time of travel. Choose from the menu created with the help of our Gastronomic Ambassador, Alain Roux, then go about your business as we serve your choices to your seat.

* Complimentary Wi-Fi access throughout Business Premier lounge
Business Premier lounges offer complimentary Wi-Fi. Ask a member of staff in the lounge for details of how to connect. At Ashford International, Business Premier travellers are entitled to free Wi-Fi access in the main departure lounge.
 
* Complimentary newspapers and magazines on board
If you get bored by the annual report you can always pick up a newspaper and catch up on world affairs (and if you’re feeling intellectual, read it in another language).

PLEASE REMEMBER

Check in

You need to check in at least 30 minutes before your Eurostar train departs. On peak trains, for example Friday evening services, it's advisable to get there earlier. If you're travelling with a Business Premier ticket, you can check in up to 10 minutes before departure and access the business lounges.

Baggage

You can take up to two main pieces of luggage, and an item of hand luggage onto the train with you. All luggage should be labelled, and there are trolleys at the train stations should you need them.