Can you take your own alcohol on Eurostar?

Can you take your own alcohol on Eurostar? Although you can bring alcohol with you and we serve alcohol on board, safety is our top priority. So, please drink in moderation. If you behave in an antisocial way which ruins the journey for other passengers or break any laws or by-laws, we might ask you to leave the train at the nearest station.

Can you take your own food and drink on Eurostar?

Absolutely. You can bring your own food on European and London routes. And unlike in the sky, we won't restrict you with stifling rules on liquids. So why not bring a bottle too.

Can I bring a water bottle on the 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.

Can you drink alcohol on French trains?

Most long distance trains have a restaurant café where you can buy snacks or a meal for your journey but if you do not feel for train food you can of course bring your own, even a bottle of wine if you want to really be in keeping with the French, as there are of course no rules against drinking wine and eating cheese ...

Do I have to take my laptop out at Eurostar?

Do you need to take laptop out at Eurostar? Laptops and mobile phones can be used throughout the journey, so there's no need to switch them off or change any settings before you board.

Can I bring medication on Eurostar?

Yes, you can take your medication with you, but if you have equipment like an oxygen cylinder, insulin syringes or a large amount of medication, please bring a letter from your doctor to show at secur...

Can I take a bottle of prosecco on the 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.

Do they check your bags on the Eurostar?

With Eurostar, border and luggage checks take place before departure, so we ask our passengers to arrive at the station early enough to complete them. These timings are just for guidance and can sometimes change.

Can I take alcohol on Eurotunnel?

If you are entering the UK, the basic rules are that you are allowed to bring in 42 litres of beer, 18 litres of still wine, 4 litres of spirits OR 9 litres of sparkling wine. In addition to alcohol, you are allowed 200 cigarettes OR 100 cigarillos OR 50 cigars OR 250g of tobacco (or a combination of these quantities).

Do you get allocated seats on Eurostar?

All Eurostar tickets include a specific reserved seat, and initially you'll be allocated seats.

Where do you put your luggage on Eurostar?

You take your bags into the train with you and put them on the rack above your seat, or in the space between the seat backs, or on floor-standing racks at the car ends or in the seating area.

Do you have to limit liquids on Eurostar?

There's no restriction on liquids so you can take all your favourite toiletries. We do have some restrictions on alcohol.

How long do you need to be at Eurostar before your train?

For stress-free boarding, we recommend that you arrive in the station 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time of your train.

Do you really need to be 90 minutes early for Eurostar?

The check-in procedure for Eurostar train journeys takes roughly 20 minutes from start to finish, and depending on the class you're travelling in, it's recommended that you arrive at least 90 minutes before your Eurostar train leaves.