Eurostar

Check In

Tickets

To check in, all you have to do is insert your ticket into the machine (which will hold onto it exactly long enough for you to start to panic, just a little bit) and then walk through the gate with your baggage. Easy. If you need help, our staff are always around, and we'll be glad to check you in ourselves.

Baggage

There isn't a separate check-in for baggage at Eurostar (as long as you haven't got more than two bags or cases and one piece of hand luggage). We can explain everything here …

When To Check In

This depends mainly on what ticket you have. Unless you've been advised otherwise, please check-in at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure. Below are the full details, just bear in mind that if in doubt, arrive with time to spare. And have a croissant.

Minimum time before departure

Applicable travellers

At least 10 minutes

Holders of Business Premier tickets and Eurostar carte blanche

At least 30 minutes

Eurostar Frequent Traveller members

At least 30 minutes

Standard, Leisure Select/Standard Premier* and all other ticket types

At least 45 minutes

If you have special travel needs (e.g. you're a wheelchair user) or will need help getting to the train. Please approach a member of staff for assistance. See special travel needs for more information

At least 1 hour

All travellers for Avignon or Ski services

* Our new Standard Premier class is on sale as of 5 May, for travel from 1 September onwards, and will replace our current Leisure Select class.