Eurostar announces flash sale with cheap trains to Lille, Paris and more

Posted by Admin November 12, 2024 Travel

If you’re planning a getaway, Eurostar is often the most convenient way to get to the continent, with trains running to popular city break destinations like Paris, Lille and Amsterdam.

And now, to celebrate their 30th birthday, the train company has launched a huge flash sale, with 30% off across all routes and booking classes.

But, you’ll have to be quick. The sale will last for just three days, from November 12 to November 14.

Which destinations can you book tickets to in the Eurostar flash sale?

The discount is only available for travel between November 26, 2024, and February 13, 2025.

The fares are available across all their routes, from London to Paris, Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam and Rotterdam, but it’s worth noting that the Amsterdam and Rotterdam trains require a connection in Brussels. The sale also does not apply after February 9 for these two cities.

A Eurostar high-speed train in the countryside. — Eurostar has been serving passengers for 30 years (Picture: Getty Images)

Alternatively, if you travel mid-week, it’s even cheaper. Available now, a return ticket in January (Wednesday 8 to Thursday 9) will cost just £54 return to Lille, £79 to Brussels, £61 to Paris, £92.50 to Amsterdam and £90.50 to Rotterdam.

The sale marks 30 years since the high-speed train service began, connecting the UK to mainland Europe. Since then, the fleet of 28 trains has carried an estimated 150 million passengers.

It’s hard to believe that the idea of the Channel Tunnel itself – the world’s longest undersea tunnel at 31.5 miles long – was actually first conceived way back in 1802, although construction didn’t start until 1988.

It was finally completely in 1993, and the Eurostar began its service in November 1994, a staggering 30 years ago.

The best things to do in Lille

While you might have already been to Paris or Amsterdam, Lille is an often overlook French city that has lots to offer tourists looking for a fun city break. Previously speaking to Metro, Sarah Ewing shared her top tips when visiting:

Don’t leave without: With its Flemish heritage and 17th-century red-brick townhouses, charming Lille has a vibrant art scene. La Piscine de Roubaix is an art museum in a former swimming pool – and a must-see.

Transport advice: The most efficient public transport options are trams and buses.

Best-kept secret: France might be famed for its wine, but Lille is the country’s beer capital, home to historic craft breweries. It hosts a beer festival every September – last year, there were 100 events dedicated to craft beer in bars, restaurants and breweries.