I wasn’t aware of how limited the seats were and did not book the reservation. I tried to book today for this Sunday 29th but was surprised to find out it was full. I need to get back to London to fly back home.
I am very desperate, can someone please provide me any suggestions?
Will they take any foot passengers? or anyone please suggest alternative routes to get me to london by the latest the 31st?
Best answer by thibcabe
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If you happen to have a First Class pass, I see availability from Lille-London on 31st, but not in second class.
It is possible that seats will open up. I’ve seen that happen before, so keep checking. You can’t get on without a reservation.
In a pinch, you can get a ferry from Dieppe or Calais to the UK. Or, of course, fly from Paris-London.
There are also cash fares available on Eurostar Paris-London on Monday evening, but they’re expensive.
Do you have a 2nd or 1st class pass ?
The only Eurostar options I see are :
What is your starting point ? From Paris you can easily get a ferry across the Channel (best one is Dieppe - Newhaven), the full journey takes quite long though. Otherwise there is the very convenient Hoek van Holland (Rotterdam) - Harwich ferry : 30% discount with Eurail.
Journey example :
There are loads of trains from Newhaven Town (3 min walk from the harbour) so just take the first one you can after passport control.
As other choices you have Flixbus but I’d take the train + ferry journey over it. In any case much better than paying 250€ for a last-minute ticket.
Crossing the Channel is quite painful I agree… :/ Do not hesitate for questions. Have a look at this page for ideas (times are not necessarily correct though) : https://www.seat61.com/trains-and-routes/london-to-paris-by-ferry.htm
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