Britain's Fastest Rail Passenger Service Reduces London to Paris Journey Times

The Channel Tunnel Rail Link (CTRL) connects France and the UK, reducing travel time by up to 20 minutes. Trains can reach speeds of 300 km/h, allowing travelers to reach Paris from London in just over 2.5 hours. The £5.2 billion project took five years to complete, with further improvements planned to cut travel time by an additional 15 minutes by 2007. Rail travel is now a strong competitor to airlines on the London-Paris route.

What is the primary purpose of the Channel Tunnel Rail Link?

• To connect France and Germany

• To connect France and the UK

• To connect the UK and Ireland

• To connect Spain and Portugal

How much time can the Channel Tunnel Rail Link save on journeys?

• Up to 40 minutes

• Up to 30 minutes

• Up to 20 minutes

• Up to 10 minutes

What is the maximum speed trains can reach on the CTRL?

• 300 kilometers per hour

• 250 kilometers per hour

• 350 kilometers per hour

• 200 kilometers per hour

How long does it take to travel from London to Paris using the CTRL?

• Just over 1 hour

• Just over 2 hours

• Just over 2 1/2 hours

• Just over 3 hours

When is the second section of the CTRL plan expected to be completed?

• 2006

• 2008

• 2005

• 2007