Eurostar train services between London and mainland Europe have partially resumed after a day of major travel chaos, but passengers are still being urged to postpone non-essential journeys due to ongoing serious delays.
The disruption began early on Tuesday, December 30, when a power supply and Le Shuttle train failure forced the complete closure of the Channel Tunnel.
Authorities have confirmed that the tunnel has been partially reopened with an operational track, the problem of overhead power supply persists.
However, Eurostar has strongly advised all its customers to postpone their trip to a different date if possible. In an official statement, the operator warned: “Your train is currently scheduled but your journey may be disrupted”, and significant delays are expected to continue until Tuesday and potentially until Wednesday December 31.
Major hubs faced immediate chaos. Crowds of stranded travelers with bulging suitcases at St Pancras International Airport in London and Gare du Nord in Paris, who ferry vehicles and their passengers through the tunnel, are also experiencing long waits.
Initially, even services not using the tunnel, such as those between Paris and Brussels, were also canceled. Travelers are advised to check the Eurostar website for live updates.
