Construction
what machine was used to dig the tunnel
Tunnel boring machines was used
How many tunnels are actually there?
Actually there is 3 tunnels
How much did it all cost to build the tunnel
£4.65 billion
How many km of Channel tunnel runs underwater?
The section under the sea is 38km long.
What was the train´s top speed?
160kmh
How long is the tunnel?
Its 50.46 km long
Who was the first person to ride in the tunnel
Elizabeth 2
You can also be a foot passenger on Eurotunnel
True or False?
False.
Only vehicles or bicycles are allowed to travel in the Eurotunnel
How many trains travel through the tunnel in a day
400 trains
Which cities are connected?
Calais & Folkestone
when they started the construction of the tunnel.
15 December, 1987
When was the idea of a tunnel under the Channel first proposed?
The idea was first proposed already in 1802.
What is the service tunnel for?
Its for emergencys and service
How long does the journey take?
34mins
When did the tunnel released to public?
Passenger traffic in the tunnel began on May 6, 1994
How many fires have been in The Channel Tunnel?
Three
How many tunnel boring machines were used to dig the Channel Tunnel?
11
What is the deepest point of the tunnel?
75m
On what date did British and French workers first meet under the English Channel?
What company owns and operates The Channel Tunnel?
Getlink