Train fares from London to Europe set for big change
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Why London to Europe train fares could decrease by 30%
- International train ticket prices from London to Europe could decrease by up to 30 per cent due to increased passenger numbers and competition.
- A study predicts a potential tripling of annual passenger numbers on the high-speed line between London and the Channel Tunnel by 2040.
- London St Pancras station is planning to double its international passenger capacity in anticipation of this growth.
- Several companies, including Virgin Group, are preparing to launch passenger train services through the Channel Tunnel, challenging Eurostar's monopoly.
- Increased competition and the potential for new routes to destinations like Bordeaux, Cologne, and Geneva are contributing factors to the potential price reduction.