UBER has confirmed they will be partnering with a rival train line set to take on Eurostar.
s to launch 10 trains from the UK to Europe, with routes to Paris and Brussels.
And today has said they will be branding the cross-channel routes with Gemini.
This means that UK travellers will be able to book a train to Europe via the Uber app.
Brits can already book trains using the Uber app but it will be a first for branded Uber trains to Europe.
Andrew Brem, General Manager, Uber UK says: “We’ve seen amazing momentum since we began launching new modes of in the UK.
“And this collaboration with Gemini Trains is our latest step in how we’re helping people get where they want to go.
“We’re excited about the opportunity to bring our brand to the iconic Channel Tunnel journey.”;;
Gemini Trains’ first route will be from London Stratford International, not from London St Pancras where the current Eurostar route runs.
It will be the first international route for the UK station.
The train will then go on to call at Ebbsfleet International, before travelling to Gare du Nord and Brussels Midi.
When Gemini will launch trains, as well as how much tickets will cost, is yet to be revealed.
But with Eurostar currently offering fares from £39, it is likely they will be similar.
And Gemini isn’t the only train operator who wants to take on Eurostar.
Virgin has confirmed they want to launch UK-Europe routes, having bought 12 trains.
Costing £500million, the entire project is expected to cost £1billion.
Bck in 2023,announced plans for trains between London and Paris.
And to launch a new train service between London and Paris by 2029.
Rival train companies were given a welcome boost earlier this year when a report confirmed that the
Eurostar, who stores their trains there, claimed there would be little room for rivals.
A Virgin spokesperson said it would “unlock competition on the cross-Channel route for the benefit of all passengers”;;.
They added: “There are no more major hurdles to overcome, and Virgin is ready to take up the challenge, given its award-winning experience in the train industry and track-record for building globally successful travel brands.”;;
