Do you get a free meal on Eurostar?

Yes, you receive a complimentary meal on Eurostar, but it depends on your ticket class and route. Eurostar Premier passengers receive a3-course meal served at their seat, while Eurostar Plus passengers (formerly Standard Premier) receive a lighter meal, both on routes to/from London. Standard class tickets do not include free food.

Does the Eurostar ticket include meals?

Eurostar tickets in Standard Premier and Business Premier class include a meal on the train. Some alcohol is available for purchase; you can also bring your own on board on most trains. See below for the Eurostar ski train alcohol policy.

What food is at St Pancras Eurostar?

EXPLORE DINING OPTIONS

• Aux Merveilleux De Fred. Freshly baked pastries, made with traditional recipes from the North of France.
• Benugo. A fantastic spot for sandwiches, salads and wraps – both sit in or to takeaway.
• Benugo Espresso Bar. ...
• Blank Street Coffee. ...
• Booking Office 1869. ...
• Bread and Truffle. ...
• Carluccio's. ...
• Costa Coffee.

What food and drink is included in Eurostar Plus?

Our Eurostar Plus menus will satisfy your appetite morning, noon or night. We serve a balanced breakfast until 10:14. And from 10:15, you can sink your teeth into a choice of dishes with a soft drink, wine or beer, plus tea or coffee.

Is it worth paying for Eurostar Plus?

For the small additional cost, we thought that travelling Eurostar Plus offered a far superior service to that provided in Standard. We enjoyed extra space with the larger, comfortable seats and complimentary meal and drinks service. resulting in a more relaxed and peaceful journey.

Things I Wish I Had Known: Eurostar London to Paris

Where is the best place to sit on Eurostar?

End cars are quieter! If you've a tight connection when your Eurostar arrives in Paris, Brussels or London, book a seat at the front of the train - car 16 or 18 going towards to Paris or Brussels, cars 1 or 2 going towards London.

What food can't you take on Eurostar?

Prohibited items. What you can and cannot take on board as luggage. Milk, dairy products, and certain meats from the EU are temporarily banned due to a rise in foot and mouth disease cases in mainland Europe.

How early should I be at St Pancras for Eurostar?

You should arrive at London St Pancras for Eurostar at least 75-90 minutes before departure for Standard/Plus (gates close 30 mins before), but check your ticket as times can vary, especially for Premier (30 mins) or on busy days, to allow for UK/French passport control and security. 

Do you go through security on Eurostar?

Yes, you absolutely go through security and passport control on Eurostar, similar to flying, where you scan your ticket, put bags and electronics through X-ray scanners, walk through a metal detector, and have your passport checked twice (for departure and arrival countries) before boarding. It's crucial to arrive early to allow time for these checks, which are standard for routes to/from London, but unlike airports, there are generally no liquid restrictions, just luggage weight limits that you can carry yourself.
 

Is there Wi-Fi on the Eurostar?

Yes. Trains across all routes have wi-fi on board.

Why do you have to arrive 2 hours ahead when travelling on Eurostar?

Please arrive at the recommended time and not just before the ticket gates close. That way, you'll have enough time to complete all required checks before boarding. Once you're done, you can relax in the departure lounge until your train is called.

Can I bring a bottle of water on Eurostar?

Unlike airlines, we don't limit the volume of liquids you can carry, so you can take all your toiletries with you, and even squeeze in a bottle of bubbly for the trip if you like. And if you've picked up a coffee at the station, just pop it in the special tray and we'll hand it back on the other side of security.

Is food on Eurostar good?

We were the first railway transport provider to receive the FOOD MADE GOOD Standard from the Sustainable Restaurant Association, with a Three Star Rating for our Eurostar Plus and Premier food service on all our routes.

What food cannot be taken into France from the UK?

Taking food and drink into France

You cannot take meat, milk or products containing them into EU countries.

How long does it take to get through St Pancras Security?

Eurostar recommends that you get to London St Pancras around 1hr 15min before departure. This will give you enough time to clear security and passport control (for both the UK and France), and then wait in the departure lounge until the platform is announced.

Where does luggage go on Eurostar?

Once on board you can store your luggage in the dedicated storage spaces, located at the entrance of each car or above the seats. Across European and London routes, you have full responsibility over your luggage.

Is there a buffet car on Eurostar?

Travelling to and from London

Head over to Eurostar Café, for our dedicated onboard bar buffet. On e320 trains, the bar buffet will be located in coaches 8 and 9. On e300 trains, the bar buffet will be located in coaches 6 and 13.

How strict are Eurostar with luggage?

There's no weight limit on your luggage, meaning you can bring every little essential with you.

Where do I put my suitcase on a train?

Where to put your luggage on board. Please don't put luggage where it will block doors or stop other people moving through the train. Please use luggage racks or overhead storage if it's available, and leave plenty of time to get your bags before you need to get off the train.

Which way do seats face on Eurostar?

To see which way your seat is facing, check the arrows on the seat plan. Then simply sit back and enjoy the ride. Please note seat selection is subject to availability.