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Where Did Eurostar Used to Run?

Channel: Nick Badley
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Before the opening of High Speed 1, where Eurostar trains run from St Pancras, through the channel tunnel, into France, they used to use pre-existing railways, into Waterloo International! But what route did they take? Well, let's find out!

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This video explores the historical route used by Eurostar trains prior to the opening of High Speed 1. It highlights how services originally operated via existing rail lines into Waterloo International. The footage includes references to various locations such as Arley, Brixton, Crosskeys, and Ebbsfleet International, with mentions of operators Eurostar and Southeastern. Some railway stock is identified, though specific headcodes are not included in the metadata.

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  • Platform ID HXr0H0ebqUg
  • Views 30,220
  • Date published 9 Aug 2026 16:00
  • Date added 11 Aug 2026 23:32
  • Locomotives 1
  • Headcodes 0
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