By train across Europe | PolishTrains
The range of carriers is increasing every year. Our continent is entwined with a network of rail links reaching more than 20 000 destinations in many European countries. This provides travellers with the opportunity to travel quickly. It is also undoubtedly one of the most convenient ways of getting around Europe.
At a glance
At a glance
- Eurostar connects London, Paris and Brussels through the Channel Tunnel under the English Channel
- The Paris to London journey takes just 2 hours 15 minutes, with trains stopping in city centres
- A valid passport is required for Eurostar travel following Brexit in 2021
- Eurostar offers three classes: Standard Class, Standard Premiere and Business Premiere
- Business Premiere includes lounge access, meals and flexible ticket conditions
- Interrail and Eurail pass holders must purchase a compulsory seat reservation to travel on Eurostar
The Eurostar train
Various carriers enable us to travel between European cities. One of the well-known high-speed trains in Europe is the Eurostar. It connects the British Isles with continental Europe through a connection via the so-called Eurotunnel under the English Channel.
Train to Paris, London or maybe Brussels?
Passengers appreciate travelling by Eurostar because the rail operator offers a high-speed connection between London, Paris and Brussels. It takes just 2 hours and 15 minutes to get from central London to central Paris and less than 2 hours to Brussels. An interesting proposition is the offer of a connection between London and Disneyland. Thanks to the train's dizzying speed, the journey there and back can be made in one day!
Good train fares and comfort
Eurostar also guarantees its passengers comfortable travel conditions. The trains are state-of-the-art and the fare is tailored to each customer's budget. If you buy your ticket early enough, e.g. up to three months before your journey, you can pay considerably less for your journey than for an air ticket, even taking into account budget airlines.
Eurostar trains departing from central London stop in the heart of the cities, for example at the Gare du Nord station in Paris. This avoids wasting time getting to and from the airport, which are often a considerable distance from the centre, and therefore does not generate additional costs. Another advantage of travelling by train is the much higher luggage allowance (30 kg) than those on planes.
Eurostar - booking tickets
Eurostar has three booking classes to offer its passengers.
Business class (Business Premiere)
- access to the Business Lounge
- option to return or exchange your ticket
- a separate gate to the check-in counters which closes 10 minutes before departure
- a three-course hot meal, champagne, wine, beer and soft drinks or breakfast
- free daily newspapers and magazines
- reclining seats
- sockets at every seat
- USB sockets
- wi-fi access
First class (Standard Premiere)
- gates to check-in counters close 30 minutes before departure
- reclining seats; larger seating areas and more legroom
- cold breakfast or cold meal and drink included in the ticket price
- free magazines
- sockets at every seat
- USB sockets
- wi-fi access
Second class (Standard Class)
- gates to check-in counters close 30 minutes before departure
- snacks and meals can be purchased in the bar car
- sockets (not on all seats on older trains)
- access to wi-fi
- reclining seats on new and modernised trains
The choice of a particular class affects the comfort of the journey and the price of the train ticket.
Booking and purchasing your train ticket online
Ticket reservations can be made via the booking form, e-mail: kontakt@polishtrains.eu or by telephone: 703 402 010 (Call cost: PLN 2.58 including VAT/min). Feel free to contact us!