Do you stay in your car on the Channel Tunnel?

You and your pets stay in your vehicle throughout the journey – sit back and relax to get through the Eurotunnel, it only takes 35 minutes to cross.

What vehicles can travel in the Channel Tunnel?

Use our spacious single deck carriages We allocate space in the single deck carriage for vehicles higher than 1.85 metres, including tall cars, vehicles carrying items on their roof, coaches, caravans, minibuses and some vans. The carriages are twice as high as the double deck carriages so there is ample room.

Can cars go on the Eurotunnel?

It is not possible to drive a car or motorcycle through the Channel Tunnel. Instead, motorists must drive onto the Eurotunnel Le Shuttle train, which boards at the Channel Tunnel terminals in Folkestone and Calais.

Can you take a car on the Eurostar?

Eurostar only run passenger trains, so if you want to take the car, take a look at Eurotunnel Le Shuttle.

Which is cheaper ferry or Eurotunnel?

Crossing the channel in your car, whether with a caravan or not, is a choice between the Eurotunnel and a ferry. Although we have found in previous years that usually the ferry is cheaper than Eurotunnel, the quicker crossing with Eurotunnel generally outweighs the cost saving of the ferry. …

Can you walk through the Chunnel?

Eurotunnel, the operators of the Channel tunnel, described the 13- hour walk from Calais in France to Folkestone in England as a very fitting way to commemorate one of the most impressive civil engineering achievements. …

Is the Eurotunnel underwater?

The infrastructure The Channel Tunnel is the longest undersea tunnel in the world: its section under the sea is 38km long. It is actually composed of three tunnels, each 50km long, bored at an average 40m below the sea bed. They link Folkestone (Kent) to Coquelles (Pas-de-Calais).

Is Ferry cheaper than Eurotunnel?

Crossing the channel in your car, whether with a caravan or not, is a choice between the Eurotunnel and a ferry. Although we have found in previous years that usually the ferry is cheaper than Eurotunnel, the quicker crossing with Eurotunnel generally outweighs the cost saving of the ferry.

Can you use the Eurotunnel without a car?

You can use the tunnel as a ‘foot passenger’ but you cant just turn up and walk on so to speak as there is no specific provision on board the vehicle carrying trains for foot passengers. However, you can travel through the tunnel as a ‘foot passenger’ using public transport.

Does the Eurotunnel go underwater?

The Channel Tunnel is the longest undersea tunnel in the world: its section under the sea is 38km long. It is actually composed of three tunnels, each 50km long, bored at an average 40m below the sea bed.

Can you see underwater on the Eurostar?

Eurostar is the service that allows you to catch a train from London to Paris and beyond. There’s a sea in the way, of course, but Eurostar dives under it, using the 31-mile Channel Tunnel. At an unveiling in London’s St Pancras station, we hopped on board the new train to see what it’s like.

How much does it cost to drive with Eurotunnel?

Load up and drive with Eurotunnel Le Shuttle from £31 per vehicle, each way No excess luggage charge. Whatever type of vehicle you drive you’ll find Eurotunnel Le Shuttle offers a valuable service. Just load up your car with the kids, the dog, golf clubs and skis.

How long is the Eurotunnel from Folkestone to Calais?

Flexible travel and an exclusive lounge make this the perfect ticket for you. Now the UK has left the EU, we’re working with World Duty Free to make the most of the brand new regulations. The stunning ‘Grand Canyon of Europe’, the Gorges du Verdon. † 35 minutes is the planned journey time, achieved in 87% of cases in 2018.

How to book a car with Eurotunnel Le Shuttle support?

If your vehicle is larger and specially modified to accommodate your needs, please call us to book to ensure the best price. You will need to be able to provide evidence of the requirements or modifications in order to receive the discount. Call to book: +44 (0) 3443 35 35 35.

Do you have to wait at the border for Eurotunnel?

Eurotunnel puts everything in place to ensure fluidity at every stage of our customers’ journey, and to ensure the least possible inconvenience whenever there is a wait at the Border. Please ensure that your ticket hanger is on display at all times until you disembark the shuttle in Folkestone or Calais.