What time does Eurotunnel open?


What time does Eurotunnel open? Eurotunnel truck shuttle timetable Our service is available 24hrs a day, 365 days per year. With up to 7 departures per hour at peak times, our hourly capacity ensures traffic fluidity and the fastest possible journey via the Channel Tunnel with an average crossing time of only 35 minutes.


How many cars fit on a Eurotunnel train?

A complete Passenger Shuttle is made up of 24 carriages and four loading and unloding wagons and can carry 12 coaches and 120 cars.


Can you board an earlier train on Eurotunnel?

Subject to availability you may be offered an earlier departure, if you choose a different departure time to that originally booked, this may be subject to an additional payment of the difference between the price you paid and the price applicable and the departure chosen.


Is Eurotunnel open all night?

Our service is available 24hrs a day, 365 days per year.


Can you sleep in the Eurotunnel car park?

Bugsy said: I done it several times, arrived late at night, checked in and stayed overnight in the coach car park. There are usually a few other motorhomes and vans staying too. It's great for an early start the next day, but can be a bit noisy especially with the roof up.


Can you take alcohol on Eurotunnel?

How much alcohol can you bring 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.


Do your bags get checked on Eurotunnel?

Port or Channel Tunnel Operators are permitted to search any public vehicle travelling through their system, and may, where necessary, involve the Police in this process. This includes searching of the Coach itself and all baggage carried on it.


What are the cheapest days to use Eurotunnel?

Travel very late or very early in the day and you can cut the Eurotunnel fare to around £200 return on Saturdays or £165 return midweek. By doing so, you could tackle the driving during the night when there will be less traffic.


Can I stay in my car on a ferry?

All the Washington State ferries allow you to stay in your car. Being in a front car in bad weather can be interesting. All the car decks are open end to end, and the boats are double ended.


Do you need a passport to go on the Eurotunnel?

Important information before you travel Citizens of the EU, EEA and Switzerland – You will need a passport that is valid for the duration of your stay in the UK, ID cards are no longer accepted unless exempt.


How long is Eurotunnel in minutes?

How long does it take to travel through the Channel Tunnel? The crossing takes 35 minutes, making it the fastest way to travel across the English Channel.


Can you walk around in the Eurotunnel?

It is not possible to walk through the Channel Tunnel, as it is an infrastructure designed for trains to travel through.


Which is cheaper ferry or Eurotunnel?

Generally speaking the ferry is usually slightly cheaper, but whichever option you choose, make sure to shop around for deals and book well ahead of time to get the best-value fares.


How far underwater is the Eurotunnel?

How deep is the Channel Tunnel? At its deepest, the tunnel is 75 metres (246 feet) below the sea level. That's the same as 107 baguettes balancing on top of each other.


Can I take sandwiches on Eurotunnel?

Yes, you can bring food with you for personal consumption between Folkestone & Calais, and for your onward journey.


Is Eurotunnel quicker than ferry?

What's the quickest way to drive to France? The quickest way to cross the channel is using Eurotunnel, which takes around 35 minutes compared to the 90-minute crossing of the quickest cross-Channel ferry from Dover to Calais.


What can you not bring into France?

These include, for example, drugs, counterfeits, some plants and animals, or some hazardous materials for health. Other products may be transported but their entry is subject to a strict regulation (weapon, fruit and vegetables, etc). If you don't follow it, you risk penalties.


Do you stay on the coach in the Eurotunnel?

Passengers must remain on board the coach until all the shuttle carriage doors are closed. Stay close to your vehicle in order that staff on board can contact you if necessary.