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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Neil Lancefield

Why London to Europe train fares could decrease by 30%

  • International train ticket prices from London to Europe could decrease by up to 30 per cent due to increased passenger numbers and competition.
  • A study predicts a potential tripling of annual passenger numbers on the high-speed line between London and the Channel Tunnel by 2040.
  • London St Pancras station is planning to double its international passenger capacity in anticipation of this growth.
  • Several companies, including Virgin Group, are preparing to launch passenger train services through the Channel Tunnel, challenging Eurostar's monopoly.
  • Increased competition and the potential for new routes to destinations like Bordeaux, Cologne, and Geneva are contributing factors to the potential price reduction.

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