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Yes, and the car-carrying shuttle trains which run between Folkestone and Calais are double-decker.

The limitation was on the British side. But the new High Speed line to St. Pancras has been built to European size, and a double-decker TGV could in theory get as far as St. Pancras, but AFAIK it has not been attempted yet.

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What is the name of the tunnel between great Britain and France?

The English Channel TunnelApparently the English call it the Eurotunnel and the French call it le Shuttle


Is it better to take the car to France by ferry or by eurostar?

Eurostar is the brand name of the company running high speed trains London-Paris and London-Lille-Brussels through the Channel Tunnel. Eurostar does not carry vehicles. The Eurotunnel Shuttle is the brand name for the car carrying trains which run through the Channel Tunnel between Folkestone and Calais. Eurotunnel shuttle is much faster than a ferry. A train takes approximately 25 minutes to go through the Channel Tunnel. Eurotunnel is the name of the company which owns and operates the Channel Tunnel, as well as other business interests. The Channel Tunnel connects the United Kingdom and France. It runs between Folkestone in Kent and Sangatte near Calais in Pas-de-Calais.


How long does the Eurotunnel take?

Eurotunnel is the name of the company which owns and operates the Channel Tunnel, as well as other business interests.The Channel Tunnel connects the United Kingdom and France. It runs between Folkestone in Kent and Sangatte near Calais in Pas-de-Calais.A train takes approximately 25 minutes to go through the Channel Tunnel.The Eurotunnel Shuttle is the brand name for the car carrying trains which run through the Channel Tunnel between Folkestone and Calais.Eurostar is the brand name of the company running high speed trains London-Paris and London-Lille-Paris through the Channel Tunnel.Currently these are the only passenger trains operating through the tunnel.The Eurostar takes 2 hours 15 minutes between London and Paris.


How long does the eurotunnel take to get from dover to calais?

Eurostar trains do not go via Dover, the nearest stop is Ashford. But only a few trains stop at Ashford, most go non-stop from London to Paris. Eurostar is the brand name of the company running high speed trains London-Paris and London-Lille-Brussels through the Channel Tunnel. Eurostar uses the stations: St. Pancras (London), Gare du Nord (Paris), Bruxelles Midi (Brussels) and Lille Europe. Currently these are the only passenger trains operating through the tunnel. The Eurostar takes 2 hours 15 minutes between London and Paris.


What tunnel does the train spend 35 minutes under in france?

The train spends 35 minutes under the Channel Tunnel, also known as the Eurotunnel, which connects France and the United Kingdom. This underwater rail tunnel stretches approximately 31 miles (50 kilometers) beneath the English Channel, allowing high-speed trains like the Eurostar to transport passengers between London and Paris.

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Can you take motorhomes on eurotunnel?

Yes There are two types of carriages used on the Eurotunnel Shuttle trains between Folkestone and Calais. - Double-deck car carrying. these are limited to 1.85m - the normal height limit for a multi-storey car park. - Single decker trains. These can carry vans, coaches, motor homes etc. It costs more to travel in these carriages.


Is le shuttle an early name for eurotunnel?

No. Eurotunnel is the name of the company which owns and operates the Channel Tunnel (along with other activities). The car carrying trains that Eurotunnel operates through the Channel Tunnel are called "Eurotunnel Shuttle".


Do ferries still run from folkestone UK?

No ferries run from Folkestone - only the Eurotunnel trains - both freight and passenger vehicle trains. The ferries only run from Dover.


Can one put car onto train and go from Folkstone to Paris?

With Eurotunnel, Folkestone to Calais. The trains do not go on to Paris.


What is the word for eurotunnel?

Eurotunnel is the name of the company which owns and operates the Channel Tunnel, as well as other business interests.The Channel Tunnel connects the United Kingdom and France. It runs between Folkestone in Kent and Sangatte near Calais in Pas-de-Calais.The Eurotunnel Shuttle is the brand name for the car carrying trains which run through the Channel Tunnel between Folkestone and Calais.Eurostar is the brand name of the company running high speed trains London-Paris and London-Lille-Paris through the channel.Currently these are the only passenger trains operating through the tunnel.


What is the name of the tunnel between great Britain and France?

The English Channel TunnelApparently the English call it the Eurotunnel and the French call it le Shuttle


What does the eurotunnel link together?

Eurotunnel is the name of the company which owns and operates the Channel Tunnel, as well as other business interests.The Channel Tunnel connects the United Kingdom and France. It runs between Folkestone in Kent and Sangatte near Calais in Pas-de-Calais.The Eurotunnel Shuttle is the brand name for the car carrying trains which run through the Channel Tunnel between Folkestone and Calais.Eurostar is the brand name of the company running high speed trains London-Paris and London-Lille-Paris through the channel.Currently these are the only passenger trains operating through the tunnel.


How many connections does the eurotunnel have?

Eurotunnel is the name of the company which owns and operates the Channel Tunnel, as well as other business interests.The Channel Tunnel connects the United Kingdom and France. It runs between Folkestone in Kent and Sangatte near Calais in Pas-de-Calais.The Eurotunnel Shuttle is the brand name for the car carrying trains which run through the Channel Tunnel between Folkestone and Calais.Eurostar is the brand name of the company running high speed trains London-Paris and London-Lille-Paris through the channel.Currently these are the only passenger trains operating through the tunnel.


How fast does the euro tunnel go?

Eurotunnel is the company which owns and operates the channel tunnel between England and France. As it is a company it does not move! Eurotunnel operate shuttles carrying cars and lorries on trains through the tunnel. These run about 160 Kph. Other companies also run trains through the tunnel. The only passenger trains currently running through the tunnel are owned by Eurostar. These run about 200 Kph in the tunnel, but much faster outside it (300 Kph). Freight trains run much slow.


What are the transportation options available from the Eurotunnel terminal in Folkestone?

From the Eurotunnel terminal in Folkestone, transportation options include shuttle trains that carry vehicles and passengers through the Channel Tunnel to Calais, France. Additionally, there are bus services and taxi options available for passengers traveling to and from the terminal.


Do you have to book a car on Eurostar?

Eurostar is the brand name of the company running high speed trains London-Paris and London-Lille-Brussels through the Channel Tunnel.Eurostar does not carry cars.The Eurotunnel Shuttle is the brand name for the car carrying trains which run through the Channel Tunnel between Folkestone and Calais.It is best to book on the Eurotunnel Shuttle. "Turn up and go" fares are a lot more expensive.