French authorities reported a bomb alert at Calais-Frethun railway station in northern France on Wednesday, November 12, 2026.
Eurostar train services linking London and Paris were disrupted due to the alert. At the request of French authorities, Eurostar trains could not pass through Calais-Frethun station, temporarily halting rail traffic at the location. This caused delays to some Eurostar services traveling to and from London.
Official Statements
Eurostar confirmed the disruption, stating: “At the request of the French authorities, trains are currently unable to pass through Calais-Fréthun station. This is causing delays to some services to and from London.” The Pas-de-Calais prefecture announced
the alert and its potential effects on train traffic, urging caution and advising the public to follow updates via Groupe SNCF’s social media channels. The prefecture said, “The situation is being assessed. This may affect traffic in the surrounding area. Please be careful. Stay informed about any developments in the situation on Groupe SNCF’s social media channels.”
The bomb alert led to a temporary suspension of train services at Calais-Frethun station, impacting international rail connections between London and Paris.
