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. Use the drop-down menu below to check the recommended arrival and gate closure times for each station.
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.
Select a station below to view the recommended arrival times:
London St Pancras International
| Standard & Standard Premier | Business Premier | Carte Blanche members | Classique & Avantage members | Special Assist | |
| How long before departure should I arrive? (mins) | 90 | 45-60 | 45-60 | 90 | 60-75 |
| How long before departure does the gate close? (mins) | 30 | 15 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
Ticket gates
Everybody needs to scan their ticket so we know who’s coming on board. When you arrive at the ticket gates, simply scan the barcode on your paper ticket or on your mobile. You need to scan each ticket individually – even the kids’. If you don’t scan your ticket, there’s a chance your seat will be given to someone else.
If you don't have a seat number on your ticket, speak to a member of our team and we’ll let you know how and when you'll be given a seat. If you have any problems, just ask one of our team for help.
Tickets issued by other carriers may not have a barcode so you'll need to speak to a member of our team.
Paris Gare du Nord
| Standard & Standard Premier | Business Premier | Carte Blanche members | Classique & Avantage members | Special Assist | |
| How long before departure should I arrive? (mins) | 90-120 | 45-60 | 90-120 | 90-120 | 60-75 |
| How long before departure does the gate close? (mins) | 45 | 15 | 30 | 45 | 45 |
Ticket gates
Everybody needs to scan their ticket so we know who’s coming on board. When you arrive at the ticket gates, simply scan the barcode on your paper ticket or on your mobile. You need to scan each ticket individually – even the kids’. If you don’t scan your ticket, there’s a chance your seat will be given to someone else.
If you don't have a seat number on your ticket, speak to a member of our team and we’ll let you know how and when you'll be given a seat. If you have any problems, just ask one of our team for help.
Tickets issued by other carriers may not have a barcode so you'll need to speak to a member of our team.
Brussels Midi/Zuid
| Standard & Standard Premier | Business Premier | Carte Blanche members | Classique & Avantage members | Special Assist | |
| How long before departure should I arrive? (mins) | 90-120 | 45-60 | 90-120 | 90-120 | 60-75 |
| How long before departure does the gate close? (mins) | 45 | 15 | 30 | 45 | 45 |
Ticket gates
Everybody needs to scan their ticket so we know who’s coming on board. When you arrive at the ticket gates, simply scan the barcode on your paper ticket or on your mobile. You need to scan each ticket individually – even the kids’. If you don’t scan your ticket, there’s a chance your seat will be given to someone else.
If you don't have a seat number on your ticket, speak to a member of our team and we’ll let you know how and when you'll be given a seat. If you have any problems, just ask one of our team for help.
Tickets issued by other carriers may not have a barcode so you'll need to speak to a member of our team.
Lille Europe
| Standard & Standard Premier | Business Premier | Carte Blanche members | Classique & Avantage members | Special Assist | |
| How long before departure should I arrive? (mins) | 90 | 45-60 | 60-75 | 90 | 75-90 |
| How long before departure does the gate close? (mins) | 30 | 20 | 30 | 30 | 30 |
Ticket gates
Everybody needs to scan their ticket so we know who’s coming on board. When you arrive at the ticket gates, simply scan the barcode on your paper ticket or on your mobile. You need to scan each ticket individually – even the kids’. If you don’t scan your ticket, there’s a chance your seat will be given to someone else.
If you don't have a seat number on your ticket, speak to a member of our team and we’ll let you know how and when you'll be given a seat. If you have any problems, just ask one of our team for help.
Tickets issued by other carriers may not have a barcode so you'll need to speak to a member of our team.
Amsterdam Centraal
| Standard & Standard Premier | Business Premier | Carte Blanche members | Classique & Avantage members | Special Assist | |
| How long before departure should I arrive? (mins) | 60-90 | 30-45 | 30-45 | 60-90 | 60-75 |
| How long before departure does the gate close? (mins) | 45 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 45 |
Ticket gates
If you’re travelling from Amsterdam Centraal, please scan the barcode on your ticket at the NS ticket gates and head to the Eurostar departure building on platform 15b. Our team will check your tickets there.
Everybody needs to scan their ticket so we know who’s coming on board. When you arrive at the ticket gates, simply scan the barcode on your paper ticket or on your mobile. You need to scan each ticket individually – even the kids’. If you don’t scan your ticket, there’s a chance your seat will be given to someone else.
If you don't have a seat number on your ticket, speak to a member of our team and we’ll let you know how and when you'll be given a seat. If you have any problems, just ask one of our team for help.
Tickets issued by other carriers may not have a barcode so you'll need to speak to a member of our team.
Rotterdam Centraal
| Standard & Standard Premier | Business Premier | Carte Blanche members | Classique & Avantage members | Special Assist | |
| How long before departure should I arrive? (mins) | 60-90 | 30-45 | 30-45 | 60-90 | 60-75 |
| How long before departure does the gate close? (mins) | 45 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 45 |
Ticket gates
If you’re travelling from Rotterdam Centraal, please scan the barcode on your ticket at the NS ticket gates and head to the Eurostar departure building on platform 2. Our team will check your tickets there.
Everybody needs to scan their ticket so we know who’s coming on board. When you arrive at the ticket gates, simply scan the barcode on your paper ticket or on your mobile. You need to scan each ticket individually – even the kids’. If you don’t scan your ticket, there’s a chance your seat will be given to someone else.
If you don't have a seat number on your ticket, speak to a member of our team and we’ll let you know how and when you'll be given a seat. If you have any problems, just ask one of our team for help.
Tickets issued by other carriers may not have a barcode so you'll need to speak to a member of our team.
Marne-la-Vallée (for Disneyland® Paris)
| Standard & Standard Premier | Business Premier | Carte Blanche members | Classique & Avantage members | Special Assist | |
| How long before departure should I arrive? (mins) | 90-120 | 45-60 | 60-75 | 90-120 | 90-120 |
| How long before departure does the gate close? (mins) | 30 | 20 | 15 | 30 | 30 |
Your ticket will be manually checked by a member of staff at Marne-la-Vallée. Remember to download or print your tickets before you arrive at the station.
If you’re travelling with a group or require special assistance, please arrive early to give yourself plenty of time.
There are no ePassport gates at Marne-la-Vallée.
