Bomb alert at Calais-Frethun station disrupts rail travel

Authorities in northern France issued a bomb alert at the Calais-Frethun train station on Wednesday, November 12, 2026. The Pas-de-Calais prefecture announced the security situation on social media platform X, warning that the alert would likely cause significant disruptions to rail traffic throughout the region.

The security measures have directly impacted international travel, specifically affecting high-speed Eurostar services connecting London and Paris. According to an official statement from Eurostar, the operator was forced to halt the passage of trains through the station at the request of French authorities. This directive has resulted in delays for passengers traveling on routes to and from the United Kingdom.

While local and national authorities work to secure the facility, no further timeline for the resumption of full service has been provided. The station remains under active monitoring as security teams investigate the nature of the threat. Travelers have been advised to monitor official channels for further updates regarding potential cancellations or scheduling changes as the situation remains ongoing.