Is Kings Cross and St Pancras the same?
Is Kings Cross and St Pancras the same? Kings Cross Station and St. Pancras International are two separate stations, leading to different retailers. They're just across the road from each other.
How to change from Kings Cross to St Pancras?
When you alight from a national rail train, simply walk to the end of the platform where you will find ticket barriers and an exit onto Kings Cross Square. Turn right and cross this large pedestrianised area, walking towards the grand red brick clock tower of St. Pancras hotel.
Is there passport control on the Eurostar?
Your passport will be checked by UKBA security staff before being checked by French passport control. This will only take a few minutes.
How do you board the Eurostar?
Quick and easy. When travelling on our trains (except to and from London), just look for your train on the departure board and head straight to the platform. For stress-free boarding, we recommend that you arrive in the station 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time of your train.
What happens if you miss the Eurostar?
What if I miss my Eurostar / National Rail journey as a result of delay? If you miss your Eurostar service as a result of delays or cancellations to your National Rail service on your outbound journey you will be placed on the next available service to your Continental destination at no extra charge.
Why is St Pancras so close to Kings Cross?
Midland spent years borrowing platforms at King's Cross and Euston, before eventually pouncing on some land to build its own terminus. And that's why there are two separate stations. And as to why they were so close, it was a simple matter of land availability in a rapidly-growing metropolis.
How long is the walk between Kings Cross and St Pancras?
Less than 5 mins, even if you walk really. really. slowly. St Pancras is literally over the other side of the street from Kings Cross, and they are so close they share the same tube station.
What is the difference between London St Pancras and St Pancras International?
St Pancras railway station (/'pæ?kr?s/), also known as London St Pancras or St Pancras International and officially since 2007 as London St Pancras International, is a central London railway terminus on Euston Road in the London Borough of Camden.
Has Eurostar always gone from St Pancras?
May 1994: the Queen inaugurates the Eurostar Trains were initially running from Waterloo International station in south London, and it wasn't until 13 years later that departures moved to their current home of St Pancras International.
Can I bring food on Eurostar?
Can I take food on board? 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.
Do you check bags on Eurostar?
Eurostar luggage allowance The ticket price includes 2 luggage per pax (up to 85cm long). You don't need to check in luggage as long as it's within your allowance. There is no luggage weight restriction on Eurostar; you just have to be able to carry your bags onto the 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.