Thalys Accessibility (High-Speed Train)

Thalys Accessibility (High-Speed Train)

Thalys trains are wheelchair-accessible, with the assistance of the train staff. Bicycles are not allowed on Thalys unless disassembled or packed in a special wrap. Folding bikes are allowed.

In February 2020, Thalys announced that its new first-and-last mile travel service 'My Driver by Thalys's enables passengers can choose between around 50 local taxi fleets to complete their rail journeys.

Thalys Lounge

Thalys operates station lounges in Brussels and Paris. Opened on 9 July 2015, the newest lounge in Paris' Gare du Nord, located on Rue de Dunkerque, offers travelers with a valid My Thalys World membership (Thalys's loyalty program) a variety of services, including free WiFi and a luggage storage service. For business travelers, a fully equipped meeting room is available for up to six people.

Thalys Overview

Thalys Owner: Eurostar Group
Thalys Stations: 26
Thalys Service Type: High-speed rail
Thalys Rolling Stock:
9 Thalys PBA
17 Thalys PBKA
Thalys Commenced: 4 June 1996
Thalys Track Gauge: 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) standard gauge
Thalys Operating Speed: 300 km/h (190 mph)