On Wednesday, November 12, 2026, a bomb alert occurred at Calais-Frethun railway station in northern France, prompting French authorities to halt train traffic through the station.
Impact on Eurostar Services
Eurostar trains traveling between London and Paris are currently unable to pass through Calais-Frethun station at the request of French authorities. This has caused delays to several Eurostar services to and from London on November 12, 2026.
Official Statements on Security Alert
Eurostar stated, “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 notified about the bomb alert
and confirmed it could affect train traffic in the area.
The bomb alert is disrupting international rail traffic between London and Paris via Calais-Frethun station. Eurostar passengers experienced delays and service interruptions at Calais due to this security alert.
