London to Geneva by train

Eurostar announced a multi-million pound investment in its fleet this week which could see a direct link to Geneva from the capital

Plans for a £700 million investment in the Eurostar fleet revealed on Thursday 7 October could see direct trains from London to Geneva in around five hours with the introduction of new ‘interoperable’ trains compatible across Europe’s high speed network.

The developments, which are due to begin in 2011, would give snow fans living in the South East an alternative to flying to the Swiss ski hub and additional access to resorts including Chamonix, Flaine and Courmayeur.

Eurostar, which runs Ski Train services during the winter season from London St Pancras and Ashford International to Moûtiers, Aime-la-Plagne and Bourg-St-Maurice in the French Alps, also plans to overhaul and refurbish its rolling stock.

To help plan your train journey this winter, look out for the Rail Map coming soon to the Ski Club’s online shop. The comprehensive European rail map will cost £7.95 for Ski Club members and £8.95 for non-members.

Discounts on the Eurostar Ski Train

Ski Club members can take advantage of exclusive standard and leisure select fares on the Eurostar Ski Train, which runs 16 April. Join the Club for cheaper trains to the Alps.

For full details visit The Ski Club website