How early do you need to get to the station for a Eurostar service?

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How long before departure do you board Eurostar?

Eurostar. Check-in for Eurostar closes strictly 30 minutes before departure. You must be present at the station at least 45 minutes before departure in order to complete the check-in process and pass through customs smoothly. Check-in usually opens between 1-1.5 hours before departure.

Do you need to check in early for Eurostar?

There's no need to check in for Eurostar, just scan your ticket at the ticket gate. With Eurostar, border and luggage checks take place before departure, so we ask our passengers to arrive at the station early enough to complete them.

How early should I get to St Pancras?

Pancras? If you arrive at St Pancras about 45 - 50 minutes prior to scheduled departure time you should have ample time to go through the formalities before departure and have a quick look around at the beautifully refurbished station.

Do you go through security on Eurostar?

Just like an airline, Eurostar works with European authorities to ensure a high level of security on each journey. It might mean an extra step at the station but since safety's our top priority, we take our security checks seriously.

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5 steps to travel on the Eurostar 🚄 London to Paris

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