Cross-Channel travel has been thrown into chaos following a major power supply failure in the Channel Tunnel, prompting Eurostar to urge all passengers to postpone their journeys.
Power Failure Halts Services
The severe disruption began on Tuesday 30 December 2025 after a problem with the overhead power supply in the vital undersea link between the UK and mainland Europe. The situation was compounded by a subsequent failure of a Le Shuttle train, which transports vehicles through the tunnel.
In an urgent statement on its website, Eurostar warned travellers of significant delays and last-minute cancellations. The operator explicitly advised customers against travelling unless absolutely necessary.
Official Advice to Passengers
The company's guidance was stark and direct. "We strongly advise all our passengers to postpone their journey to a different date," the statement read. It added, "Please don't come to the station unless you already have a ticket to travel."
For those with existing bookings, Eurostar noted that while trains are currently scheduled to run, severe disruption is highly likely, meaning journeys could be cancelled or extensively delayed with little warning.
Ongoing Impact and Information
The incident has caused major disruption to one of Europe's busiest international rail routes, particularly during a peak travel period. Eurostar has promised to publish more details shortly and advised customers to refresh its website for the latest information.
Passengers are left facing uncertainty and potential holiday plan ruin, with the operator recommending rebooking for a later date as the only reliable course of action while engineers work to resolve the critical power supply issue in the Channel Tunnel.
