Eurostar announced plans to launch direct train services from London to Frankfurt, Germany, and Geneva, Switzerland, by the early 2030s. This expansion will utilize a new fleet of up to 50 trains, costing around €2bn, and aims to meet strong demand for international sustainable travel. The company also plans direct lines to Geneva from Amsterdam and Brussels, and reported a record 19.5 million passengers in 2024, indicating growing interest in cross-European rail travel.
Eurostar plans direct trains from London to Frankfurt and Geneva
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Eurostar announced plans to launch direct train services from London to Frankfurt, Germany, and Geneva, Switzerland, by the early 2030s. This expansion will utilize a new fleet of up to 50 trains, costing around €2bn, and aims to meet strong demand for international sustainable travel. The company also plans direct lines to Geneva from Amsterdam and Brussels, and reported a record 19.5 million passengers in 2024, indicating growing interest in cross-European rail travel.
Trending- 1 2024: Eurostar reported 5% boost in passengers, record 19.5 million passengers.
- 2 February (2025): Getlink signed agreement with London St Pancras Highspeed.
- 3 Early 2030s: New direct services planned to be up and running.
- Increased rail connectivity across Europe
- Reduced travel times for new routes
- Potential shift towards more sustainable travel options
- Increased competition for air travel on these routes
What: Eurostar plans to launch new direct train services from London to Frankfurt and Geneva, and from Amsterdam/Brussels to Geneva.
When: Announced recently, with services planned to be operational by the early 2030s. Passenger data for 2024 was also reported.
Where: London (UK), Frankfurt (Germany), Geneva (Switzerland), Amsterdam (Netherlands), Brussels (Belgium), French Alps (France), and the Channel Tunnel.
Why: To meet strong demand for international sustainable train travel, expand Eurostar's network, and capitalize on increased passenger numbers.
How: By investing €2bn in a new fleet of up to 50 trains and working with partners (like London St Pancras Highspeed and Getlink) to establish new lines and increase service frequency.