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4.6Travel to the Stunning Snowy Alps with the Eurostar Ski Train
Winter is almost here! Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the French Alps. Whether you're speeding down the slopes or relaxing with a hot drink après-ski, the Eurostar Ski Train makes your journey seamless and stress-free. With stops at top ski destinations such as Chambéry, Albertville, Moûtiers, and Bourg-Saint-Maurice, you can skip complicated transfers and head directly to the snow-covered mountains. Explore more about ski resorts.
Direct Connections to the French Alps
Take the Eurostar Ski Train from London to popular Alpine destinations on Saturdays, with return services on Sundays between 21st December 2024 and 2nd March 2025. Enjoy a quick transfer at Lille and bring your skis or snowboards for free! With comfortable seating and generous baggage allowances, it's the perfect way to begin your holiday in the Snow Alps. For more info, visit our dedicated Eurostar page.
Travel Dates
The Eurostar Ski Train operates from 21st December 2024 to 2nd March 2025, making it easy to plan your winter getaway to the French Alps. Book your tickets now for a convenient and eco-friendly journey to the slopes!
What is the Eurostar Ski Train?
The Eurostar Ski Train is a convenient and direct service that connects London St Pancras International, to the French Alps during the winter season. With stops at major Alpine destinations, including Chambéry, Albertville, and Bourg-Saint-Maurice, it offers a hassle-free journey for ski enthusiasts. The train provides extra storage for skis and snowboards, which you can bring for free, in addition to your regular luggage allowance.
| Connection | Duration |
|---|---|
| London to Chambéry | 5h 45m |
| London to Albertville | 6h 30m |
| London to Moûtiers | 7h |
| London to Aime-la-Plagne | 7h 25m |
| London to Landry | 7h 35m |
| London to Bourg-Saint-Maurice | 7h 45m |
Eurostar Baggage Allowance - Ski Train
Eurostar offers a generous baggage allowance for all passengers. On the ski train, you can bring two suitcases (up to 85cm) and one piece of hand luggage. Additionally, skis or snowboards are carried for free, making it easy to transport all your winter sports gear. Remember to pack skis and snowboards in a protective case, and ensure your bags are easy to carry.
Eurostar Travel Classes - Ski train
he most affordable class with spacious seats, free Wi-Fi, and access to Café Metropole. You can also bring your own food and drink onboard.
Enjoy more space, complimentary light meals, and additional legroom. You also have access to all Standard amenities, such as Wi-Fi and power sockets.
FAQs
From Amsterdam Centraal, it takes 7 hours to reach Albertville and 9 hours to Bourg-Saint-Maurice. From Brussels-Midi/Zuid, the journey takes 5 hours to Albertville and 6 hours 30 minutes to Bourg-Saint-Maurice.
Yes, your skis or snowboard travel for free on Eurostar Snow trains, which have extra storage for skiing equipment. Ensure your equipment is stored safely in a container, or it won’t be accepted on board. Skis and snowboards do not count toward the two-bag luggage allowance, so you can bring an additional two bags!
The Eurostar Snow train runs every Saturday, departing early from Amsterdam Centraal and stopping at Rotterdam Centraal, Antwerpen-Centraal, and Brussels-Midi/Zuid, arriving at Bourg-Saint-Maurice in the early afternoon. During school holidays (28/12, 4/01, 22/02, 1/03, and 8/03), extra trains will leave Brussels-Midi/Zuid around the same time. For return journeys, it departs Bourg-Saint-Maurice Saturday afternoons.
The Eurostar Snow train runs every Saturday, departing early from Amsterdam Centraal and stopping at Rotterdam Centraal, Antwerpen-Centraal, and Brussels-Midi/Zuid, arriving at Bourg-Saint-Maurice in the early afternoon. During school holidays (28/12, 4/01, 22/02, 1/03, and 8/03), extra trains will leave Brussels-Midi/Zuid around the same time. For return journeys, it departs Bourg-Saint-Maurice Saturday afternoons.
Unlike airlines, there’s no limit on liquids, so you can carry your toiletries and even a bottle of bubbly (see below). Pack your own snacks, drinks and large toiletry items. There’s also no weight restrictions. You can take two pieces of luggage for free.
Yes, alcohol is permitted on Eurostar services. Each passenger can bring four cans of lager or one bottle of wine. However, large bottles of spirits are not allowed.
Yes, you'll find Eurostar Café (Café Métropole) on board for light bites and drinks. Note that only vending machines and cold food options are available on the additional Eurostar Snow train from Brussels during school holidays.
Coaches run to various resorts from each train station, but they are not included in the ski train ticket cost. Taxis are also available, though they may be more expensive (and less eco-friendly) than coaches.
Journey times vary depending on your destination in the Alps. For example, the total journey time from London to Bourg-Saint-Maurice is 7 hours and 45 minutes. We’ll always show you the total journey time and prices when you search for a route with us.
We advise arriving at the station about 45 minutes to an hour before departure for security and passport checks. On the return leg, passport checks will occur at Lille Europe, allowing for a later arrival at the train station in the Alps.
Yes, all tickets are fully exchangeable at no fee up to 1 hour before departure. Restrictions apply.