London to Bourg-Saint-Maurice train
Taking the Eurostar to Bourg-Saint-Maurice is simple. Grab a connection in Lille and you'll be on the slopes in no time.
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Take a train from London to Bourg-Saint-Maurice via Lille
Step onto the Eurostar Snow train, departing every Saturday throughout winter, and glide to wonderful ski resorts in hours.
Set off from London St Pancras International, grab a connection at Lille Europe, and hop off at Chambéry, Albertville, Moûtiers-Salins-Brides-Les-Bains, Aime-la-Plagne, or Bourg-Saint-Maurice – all without getting stuck in traffic. It’s just that simple. And when you make your way home, you can sit back and relax on a Sunday return trip.
Take the train to Bourg-Saint-Maurice
Taking Eurostar from London to the French Alps is easy and effortless.
Set off from London St Pancras International, but be sure to get to the station at our recommended arrival time.
When you get to Lille Europe, head up to the main floor and check the departures board. When you’ve found your platform, head back down to platform level, get on your connecting Eurostar train to Bourg-Saint-Maurice, and hop off at your stop.
On your way home, just do the trip in reverse on a Sunday. But be sure to jump on your Eurostar train at least 20 minutes before departure. You’ll then need to go through border control and security before you board your Eurostar train at Lille Europe.
What’s on board?
Travelling between London and Lille
We’ve got plenty of space for bigger bags on board. In addition to our usual luggage allowance, you can also take ski equipment. Be sure to check our luggage allowances and our rules on sport equipment before you pack.
You can also pick your perfect seat for free – great if you want to stay close to friends and family. And wherever you sit, you can plug in your phone or laptop for a quick charge and connect to our wi-fi.
We’ve also got a selection of tasty food and drinks in our Eurostar Café. Or if you’re travelling in Standard Premier, you’ll have a meal served at your seat. Want to know more? Get to know our food on board.
Travelling between Lille and the French Alps
Your train to the French Alps will have something for everyone. Grab a quick snack to munch on or, if you’ve booked to travel in Standard Premier, you’ll have a meal served at your seat.
And to keep you connected, you’ll have free onboard wi-fi all the way to the slopes and a plug socket at your seat.
Arriving at Bourg-Saint-Maurice
Eurostar trains arrive at Bourg-Saint-Maurice station, right in the heart of ski country.
There, you’ll find coaches to Val Thorens, Val d'Isère, Courchevel, La Tania, Tignes, Meribel and Les Menuires.
All passport checks are done in the UK, so you can grab your bags and equipment and step straight off the train and onto a coach, no time wasted.
Slope off to Bourg-Saint-Maurice
Whether you’re a skier or boarder, beginner or pro, Bourg-Saint-Maurice is the ideal destination, with Les Arcs, La Plagne and the Paradiski area within easy reach of the town.
Tips for a smooth trip
Give yourself plenty of time for check in. Use the extra luggage space.
Skis, boards and boots
On our direct trains to Bourg-Saint-Maurice you can carry a pair of skis or a snowboard with you, as well as your standard two-bag allowance.
Pack all your kit in a protective case.
Travel insurance
Enjoy peace of mind on your next trip and get covered with Allianz.
Just want to book train tickets?
You can also hit the slopes by taking the Eurostar to Paris, then hopping on a TGV train to Bourg-Saint-Maurice. You can book tickets for the whole journey through our website this autumn.
And you won’t need to worry about missing your connection in Paris. Because Eurostar is a member of Railteam, your ticket will allow you to jump on the next available train in Paris if you’re delayed or your train is cancelled.
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