Does Eurotunnel charge per person?
Our tickets are purchased per vehicle, irrespective of the number of passengers travelling in your vehicle. Don’t forget you will need to update your Advance Passenger Information, and your health declarations.
How long do you have to check in before Eurotunnel?
Check-in times Check-in at least 1 hour and no more than 4 hours before your booked departure time. Please ensure you are ready to present your booking details, passport and travel documents for all passengers upon arrival at our check-in.
How much did the Channel Tunnel cost in today’s money?
It took just under six years and 13,000 workers to build the Channel Tunnel. The total cost came at an eye-watering £4.65 billion which would be the equivalent of £12 billion in today’s money.
Do Eurotunnel prices change?
Ticket prices can increase over time as the day of travel gets closer as the amount of space available on our shuttles decreases. We also recommend travelling a day earlier or later than our “peak” days, as these will be less busy, and less expensive.
Is the Chunnel expensive?
Fast Facts: At the time it was being built, the Chunnel was the most expensive construction project ever conceived. It took $21 billion to complete the tunnel. That’s 700 times more expensive than the cost to build the Golden Gate Bridge!
How long does it take to drive the Channel Tunnel?
35 minutes
How long does it take to travel through the Channel Tunnel? The crossing takes 35 minutes, making it the fastest way to travel across the English Channel.
How much did Channel Tunnel cost to build?
At the time it was being built, the Chunnel was the most expensive construction project ever conceived. It took $21 billion to complete the tunnel. That’s 700 times more expensive than the cost to build the Golden Gate Bridge !
How long to travel through the Channel Tunnel?
The actual traveling time in the tunnel itself is just 20 minutes. It is recommended to arrive an hour ahead of time to be sure you get a seat and to get through the boarding process. Minimum check-in times are 20 minutes for Business Premier ticket-holders and 45 minutes for general ticket-holders or travelers boarding ski trains.
How much are Chunnel tickets?
Standard Tickets. The standard fare for a Chunnel train ticket starts at 49 for a single journey. To get the best ticket prices, buy two singles in advance, to make up a return journey. The 49 price is available for the quieter, off peak times. Busy, peak times become more expensive.
What is the speed limit for Channel Tunnel?
The trains are essentially modified TGV sets, and can operate at up to 300 kilometres per hour (186 mph) on high-speed lines, and 160 kilometres per hour (100 mph) in the Channel Tunnel. It is possible to exceed the 300 km/h speed limit, but only with special permission from the safety authorities in the respective country.