When to arrive at the station
Find out how long before departure you need to arrive at the station. We have different recommended arrival times depending on where you are travelling to and from.
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.
These timings are just for guidance and can sometimes change. It’s a good idea to download your ticket to check the most-up-to-date recommended arrival time.
IMPORTANT: Please come to the station early and not just before the ticket gates close. This will ensure that you have enough time to go through all checks before your train departs.
London St Pancras International
| Standard & Standard Premier | Business Premier | Special Assist | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How long before departure should I arrive? (mins) | 90 | 45-60 | 60 |
| How long before departure does the gate close? (mins) | 30 | 15 | 30 |
Paris Gare du Nord
| Standard & Standard Premier | Business Premier | Special Assist | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How long before departure should I arrive? (mins) | 90-120 | 45-60 | 60 |
| How long before departure does the gate close? (mins) | 30 | 15 | 30 |
Brussels Midi/Zuid
| Standard & Standard Premier | Business Premier | Special Assist | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How long before departure should I arrive? (mins) | 90-120 | 45-60 | 60 |
| How long before departure does the gate close? (mins) | 30 | 15 | 30 |
Amsterdam and Rotterdam Centraal
| Standard & Standard Premier | Business Premier | Special Assist | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How long before departure should I arrive? (mins) | 60-90 | 30-45 | 60 |
| How long before departure does the gate close? (mins) | 30 | 20 | 30 |
