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How long is the Channel Tunnel?
The Channel Tunnel, often called the 'Chunnel', is a 31-mile railway tunnel connecting Folkestone in Kent, UK, with Coquelles near Calais, France. Around 23 miles of it are underwater. It's a vital link for freight and passenger services like Le Shuttle, which the minibus in the story was heading towards.
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