Eurostar trains are for foot passengers only, so are ideal if you don't need or want a vehicle for your trip. Eurotunnel Le Shuttle carries freight and all forms of vehicle, including cars, motorbikes, campervans, caravans, coaches and lorries.
Does Eurostar own the Channel Tunnel?
The speed limit for trains through the tunnel is 160 kilometres per hour (99 mph). The tunnel is owned and operated by the company Getlink, formerly "Groupe Eurotunnel". The tunnel carries high-speed Eurostar passenger trains, LeShuttle services for road vehicles and freight trains.
Why is Eurostar so popular?
Our high-speed trains make travel easier, more sustainable and more enjoyable for everyone. The very first Eurostar and Thalys trains departed in 1994 and 1996 respectively.
Are Eurostar and Eurotunnel the same thing?
How long does it take to get from London to Paris by Eurotunnel?
approximately two and a half hoursHow long are you in the tunnel on Eurostar and LeShuttle? LeShuttle shuttles are custom designed to carry you and your vehicle, regardless of type, through the tunnel to France in just 35 minutes. Depending on your final destination, Eurostar takes approximately two and a half hours to reach Paris from London.
Do Eurostar and LeShuttle use the same tunnels?
Do LeShuttle & Eurostar use the same tunnel? Yes, Eurostar use LeShuttle's tunnel. The Channel Tunnel (sometimes referred to as the 'Chunnel' for short) is the longest undersea tunnel in the world at 38km long. It is made up of three tunnels, each 50km long, that link Folkestone in Kent to Calais in France.
Is the Eurotunnel cheaper than the ferry?
Dover – Calais ferry tickets start at around €36 for foot passengers and at about €80 for passengers who travel with a vehicle. On the other hand, prices for the Eurotunnel start at over €100 for a one-way drive to France from the UK. Conclusion: the ferry from the UK to France is usually cheaper than the Eurotunnel.
What is the fastest way to get from UK to Paris?
The Eurostar is the fastest, most direct way to travel from the UK to France. It takes as little as 2 hours and 16 minutes to travel from London to Paris on the fastest services. The train takes you from one city centre to another, and unlike air travel, there's no delay waiting for baggage or airport transfers.