British Rail Class 373
The British Rail Class 373 or TGV TMST is a French designed and built electric multiple unit train that is used for Eurostar international high speed rail services from the United Kingdom to France and Belgium through the Channel Tunnel. Part of the TGV family, it was built with a smaller cross-section to fit the smaller loading gauge in Britain, was originally capable of operating on the UK third rail network, and it has extensive fireproofing in case of fire in the tunnel. It is both the second longest—387 metres—and second fastest train in regular UK passenger service, operating at speeds of up to 300 kilometres per hour. It is beaten in both aspects by the Class 374 which is 400 metres long and has a top speed of 320 kilometres per hour, although it can only travel at 300 km/h on HS1 in the UK, most LGVs in France and HSL 1 in Belgium.
arrive into the centre of town at Brussels
Brussels
Brussels, officially the Brussels-Capital Region, is a region of Belgium comprising 19 municipalities, including the City of Brussels, which is the capital of Belgium. The Brussels-Capital Region is located in the central portion of the country and is a part of both the French Community of Belgium and the Flemish Community, but is separate from the Flemish Region and the Walloon Region. Brussels is the most densely populated and the richest region in Belgium in terms of GDP per capita. It covers 161 km², a relatively small area compared to the two other regions, and has a population of 1.2 million. The metropolitan area of Brussels counts over 2.1 million people, which makes it the largest in Belgium. It is also part of a large conurbation extending towards Ghent, Antwerp, Leuven and Walloon Brabant, home to over 5 million people.
–Midi/Zuid (Brussels South) station. On arrival you’ve plenty of choice of public transport with STIB
Brussels Intercommunal Transpor…
The Brussels Intercommunal Transport Company is the local public transport operator in Brussels, Belgium. It is usually referred to in English by the double acronym STIB-MIVB, or by its French acronym, STIB.
trams and metros, and the De Lijn
De Lijn
Vlaamse Vervoersmaatschappij De Lijn, usually known as De Lijn, is a company run by the Flemish government in Belgium to provide public transportation with about 2240 buses and 399 trams. De Lijn was founded in 1991 after the public transportation companies of Antwerp and Ghent fused with the Flemish part of the NMVB.
or Tec bus networks.
Ook om te weten,Are there any EuroStar holidays in France?
Eurostar holidays. From skiing in the Alps to summers in the South of France and trips to Disneyland Paris with the kids, there’s a Eurostar holiday for you. Ski holidays. Hop on the ski train and get to the slopes for your ski holiday in comfort and hassle free.
evenzo,Which Eurostar station is the best to stay in Amsterdam?
There are a host of amenities on offer at Brussels station. A stunning Gothic/Renaissance Revival building in the centre of Amsterdam. Eurostar’s station in the heart of cultural Lille is just a short walk from the city’s charming main square, opera house and old town.
Ook,Where to go on arrival at Brussels Midi station?
Brussels Midi Station, Victor Hortaplein 11, 1060 Sint-Gillis, België. Where to go on arrival. The Hertz desk is in the arrival hall of the Eurostar station. Just follow the signs. Hertz station facilities. Collections. Neverlost GPS. Child seats, baby seats.
Where does Eurostar go?
Where does Eurostar go? Discover all of Eurostar’s destinations – with trains direct to Paris, Brussels, Lille, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, as well as our connecting destinations in France, Belgium, the Netherlands and Germany, with an easy change in either Paris, Lille or Brussels. Paris is beautiful, there’s no arguing with that.
What station in Brussels does the Eurostar arrive at?
Eurostar trains arrive into the centre of town at Brussels-Midi/Zuid (Brussels South) station. On arrival you’ve plenty of choice of public transport with STIB trams and metros, and the De Lijn or Tec bus networks.
When to buy Eurostar tickets?
The tickets get increasingly expensive the closer to your travel dates you get. They usually go on sale about six months in advance. The best time to buy them – from the official Eurostar website – is as soon as you have firm travel dates. Nottingham, United…
Where does Eurostar stop before Paris?
As noted above, there is a EUROSTAR station at CALAIS-International (limited service), just beyond the French end of the tunnel and another at LILLE – Europe, . There are NO other stops until the EUROSTAR terminus at PARIS – Gare du Nord.
How far in advance can I book Eurostar tickets?
How far in advance can I book Eurostar tickets? Eurostar tickets can usually be booked up to 180 days before your return travel date but there are a few exceptions, Find out more… Can my child travel alone? If so, what travel documents are required?
How far in advance do Eurostar tickets go on sale?
Tickets on the direct* Eurostar train go on sale between 150 and 280 days in advance, depending on when you book. Direct trains to the French Alps go on sale each July.
How long does it take to check in with Eurostar?
Checking in with Eurostar is very simple and should normally take no longer than 15 minutes. Make sure you have printed your ticket or have the QR code available on your phone ready to scan at the gate. We recommend you arrive 45 minutes before your train leaves to give you sufficient time to go through check-in.
Can I use my Eurostar points in another currency?
If you book Eurostar tickets in another currency, we’ll convert the amount to pounds before working out your points. You can use your points to get cheap Eurostar tickets for your next trip or even upgrade for that extra special occasion.
How can I benefit from reduced fares on the Eurostar?
When travelling on the Eurostar, you can benefit from reduced fares by travelling at times of the day that are less busy. When searching for tickets, we’ll display all available tickets, highlighting the cheapest ones.