Before you go
If you are traveling Standard, skip the dull Eurostar snack bar and buy picnic at a Paris deli before you get to the station.At Paris Gare du Nord
It's a busy and confusing station. Look up and find the station clock. Eurostar departures in Paris Gare du Nord is in an upper level, glassed-in area behind the clock. Once you've spotted it, you'll have no trouble seeing the escalators that lead to the upper level.If you haven't pre-booked, you can purchase tickets at the station. But remember, all Eurostar seats are reserved and during busy times of year - or day - you may not be able to get on the train you want without booking a Eurostar ticket in advance.
The formalities
You'll need your passport and, if you require it, your visa for the UK. You go through station security - much like airport security these days. Passport control as well as customs and immigration are handled at Paris Gare du Nord Eurostar terminal so that in the UK you just disembark and go. If you aren't an EU citizen, you will have to fill out a landing card that will be collected when you arrive in the UK.There's quite a long walk between check-in facilities and the trains at Paris Gare du Nord. If you need assistance let staff know.
On board Eurostar from Paris Gare du Nord
Seats in all classes are roomy and comfortable. Passengers in Business Premier and Leisure Select classes can have meals served at their seats.When the train hits its max speed of 186 mph, an announcement is made. You'll hardly notice as the train is very steady and only reaches top speed in open country where there are few landmarks.
