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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Natalie Wilson

Eurostar launching new direct train route between UK and Belgium

  • Eurostar is launching a new direct rail service from London St Pancras to Antwerp -Centraal, Belgium, commencing on 14 December.
  • Up to four daily trains, which currently operate between London and Amsterdam, will incorporate this new direct connection.
  • The direct route will only be available for the outward journey from London. According to Eurostar, there are no current plans to introduce a direct return service as “this would require dedicated UK border and customs facilities at Antwerp-Centraal”.
  • Passengers travelling can book a combined SNCB and Eurostar ticket, connecting via Brussels-Midi for border and security checks.
  • Eurostar said: “Adding Antwerp as a direct stop on our London-Amsterdam services will make journeys to the city quicker and more convenient, providing customers with a more comfortable city centre to city centre travel experience.”

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