Eurotunnel

Important travel information

We are pleased to announce an increase in frequency on Eurotunnel to a minimum of one shuttle every 90 minutes.

Monday - Friday: One departure every 90 minutes

Saturday - Sunday: Two departures  every 90 minutes
 

A day trip on Eurotunnel is the fastest way to get to Calais with a crossing time of just 35 minutes. Simply check-in and drive on the train which takes you within 5 minutes of Cite Europe for just £54* Car & 5 passengers.

*Price based on 19/9/08 07:20 crossing returning same day on 19:20 crossing.

Eurotunnel underground trains operate under the highest safety and security measures and aim to provide one of the fastest and effortless ways of reaching Europe from the UK, up to 53 channel crossings daily and a crossing duration of 35 minutes make the Le Shuttle Eurotunnel service the fastest route to Calais. Traveling the 31 miles across the Channel cannot be done any faster than this, looking for an alternative to a Ferry to France Go via the Channel Tunnel.

Eurotunnel is a fast, frequent and smooth vehicle carrying service, and offers a simple check-in procedure. It's fast, it's frequent, and it's smooth. You will benefit from a smooth, reliable service without concern for bad sea conditions. There is easy motorway to motorway access and friendly, helpful staff always on-hand to help. You will enjoy a fast, frequent and smooth service, non-stop all year round. Shuttles are light, air conditioned and spacious and there is plenty of room to stand outside the car, look through the windows and stretch your legs.

Travelling with Eurotunnel is fast, Eurotunnel will get you to France in just 35 mins. It’s convenient, there are lots of Eurotunnel crossings throughout the day. It is also simple, book your Eurotunnel tickets and then just turn up at the Folkestone terminal 30 mins before departure. You collect your boarding pass from an automatic booth by just typing in your Eurotunnel booking reference or go to a manned booth.

Eurotunnel unaffected by the weather, Eurotunnel operates when the ferries can't.

You can save money in both Eurotunnel Passenger Terminal Buildings which are open 365 days a year. There are attractive discounts off selected goods, especially perfume and aftershave.

Routes served by Eurotunnel

• Calais to Folkestone
• Folkestone to Calais