History
What year did thay sell the most tickets?
2023
How many meters is it below sea level?
75M
How many tunnels does Eurotunnel have?
3
How much did they estimate it would cost to build?
First estimated at $3.6 billion
What is the Eurotunnel's nickname in popular culture?
The Eurotunnel is often called the "Chunnel", a blend of "Channel" and "Tunnel."
Between which countries is it located?
Between United kingtom and France
How much does it cost to travel through the Eurotunnel?
The cost of traveling through the Eurotunnel can vary, but it typically ranges from £30 to £100+ depending on the time of booking and the type of vehicle.
How many tunnels are used for carrying trains?
2
How much did it actually cost?
the Channel Tunnel project came in way over budget at over $15 billion when finished.
How many different types of trains use the Eurotunnel?
There are mainly two types of trains using the Eurotunnel: the Eurostar passenger trains and the Le Shuttle car-carrying trains.
How many years ago it opened?
30 years ago
How many cars can the Eurotunnel shuttle carry at once?
The Eurotunnel's car shuttles can carry up to 200 cars at a time.
What speed is it rated for?
200KMH
How many builders were working at the Eurotunnel construction?
Over 13,000 skilled and unskilled workers
How many people have traveled through the Eurotunnel since its opening?
Over 300 million passengers have traveled through the Eurotunnel since its opening in 1994.
When did (year) thay start building?
1958
How long did it take to dig the tunnels from both sides?
It took about 4 years to dig the tunnel from both the British and French sides, with the two sides meeting perfectly in the middle!
How long is Eurotunnel in miles?
31.35 miles long
How long did they build the Eurotunnel?
6 years
What’s the fastest time it takes to travel through the Eurotunnel?
It takes about 35 minutes for a train to travel from one side of the Eurotunnel to the other.
Owner?
Getlink
How many trains run through the Eurotunnel every day?
On average, about 400 trains travel through the Eurotunnel every day, including passenger and freight trains.
How many miles is the Eurotunnel under water?
24
When did they start building Eurotunnel?
Work began on the revolutionary tunnel in 1988
How does the Eurotunnel handle emergencies?
The Eurotunnel has an extensive emergency system, including fire safety systems, emergency exits, a dedicated service tunnel, and the ability to communicate directly with emergency teams.