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Virgin Group seeks to raise funding for cross-Channel Eurostar rival

Virgin Group wants to launch the new service by the end of the decade, initially running trains from London to Paris and Brussels.

Europe News

WWII bomb defusal operation causes hours of travel delays in Paris

Hours of travel delays and chaos ensues after an unexploded WWII bomb was discovered in France’s busiest train station in the capital, Paris.

Europe News

Eurostar trains cancelled after unexploded WWII bomb found in Paris

Local media reported that the bomb was found "in middle of the tracks" during overnight works nearby France's Gare du Nord station.

Travel News

New direct trains could soon link London with these European cities

London St Pancras station would almost triple its capacity to deliver new train services to Europe by 2030.

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Virgin Group speeds up train order to compete with Eurostar challenge

Virgin Group says it is close to placing a significant order for high-speed trains that is expected to shake up Eurostar's 30-year monopoly on the Channel Tunnel.

Travel News

Eurostar worst-performing rail operator in Europe, report says

The report’s authors say the results of its survey underline the need for improvements to rail services across Europe.

Moments

Explore Swiss Alpine beauty on this magical winter rail trip

Visit a rotating mountain restaurant and Europe’s highest station on this epic winter railway tour.

Travel News

Eurostar Snap tickets are half-price. What’s the catch?

Eurostar Snap tickets are available again for the first time since 2019.

Travel News

Plane-to-train European travel will be easier with this Eurostar deal

A similar arrangement with KLM and Eurostar is already cutting short-haul flights between Amsterdam and Brussels.

Travel News

Are delays inevitable when the EES launches in November?

Every port, airport and land border has to install new technology before the Entry/Exit System launch on 10 November.

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WATCH: Paris Olympics hit by high-speed rail sabotage

France's high-speed rail network suffered severe disruptions due to coordinated sabotage acts, including arson, on the day of the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.

Travel News

What are Eurostar’s plans for the upcoming Entry/Exit System?

The entire transition is likely to cost around €10 million - but Eurostar is confident its plans will go smoothly from the start.

Travel News

Dreaming of winter? Eurostar Snow tickets are now on sale

Returning in December, this train service offers a sustainable route from London to the Alps.

Travel News

Eurostar expansion could mean new European routes from London

Eurostar's chief executive also said that she expects St Pancras and Paris Gare du Nord will be redesigned over the next five years to make more space for passengers.

Green News

Eurostar vows to power its trains with 100% renewable energy by 2030

In one European country, its trains have already been running entirely on wind power since 2017.

Travel News

Inside Eurostar’s struggle with Brexit, strikes and competitors

One passenger vowed to never travel with Eurostar again after last-minute strikes ruined his Christmas plans.

Travel News

Eurostar will run direct London-Amsterdam trains this summer

A six month suspension of services will no longer take place as the rail operator has found a solution to Amsterdam station works.

United Kingdom

Eurostar services resume following travel chaos

One of the tunnels used by the train company is back in operation - but Eurostar are warning of further delays and restrictions.

France

Travel chaos as Eurostar services cancelled amid flooding

Travellers have been stranded in Paris and London due to train cancellations as swathes of Europe are hit with flood warnings.

Travel News

Eurotunnel strike: London trains return to normal after shock walkout

Eurostar trains were cancelled on Thursday afternoon due to an unexpected walkout. The strike is now over.