Virgin unveils its future cross-Channel train as it gears up to take on Eurostar
Summary
Virgin has revealed a model of its new train for travel between London and Europe, aiming to start service in 2030. This will be the first competition for Eurostar on this route since the Channel Tunnel opened.Key Facts
- Virgin plans to run cross-Channel trains from London to Europe starting in 2030.
- The company ordered 12 trains from the maker Alstom.
- Virgin wants to improve passenger experience with designs inspired by its airlines, cruise ships, and hotels.
- The train interiors will include lounge areas like Virgin Atlantic’s airport Clubhouses and food inspired by its cruise line menus.
- Virgin’s CEO, Josh Bayliss, said they expect more people to travel by train between the UK and Europe.
- Virgin will connect its train and airline networks, possibly linking passengers from France to Virgin Atlantic flights.
- Virgin has an agreement to maintain its trains in London and has UK track access until at least 2040.
- Italy’s Trenitalia also plans to offer high-speed cross-Channel train services with 19 new trains ordered from Hitachi.
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