TGV INOUI
High-speed travel between cities such as Paris, Lyon and Bordeaux. Compare classes and fare conditions; facilities vary by train.
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A little further, a little different
Find your kind of France.
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A little know-how goes a long way.
Before you go
From an idea to an itinerary.
Choose your stations, compare departures and prepare for the journey.
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Choose your stations
Paris has several major terminals, so confirm the station shown for your route.
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Compare departures
Compare departure times, duration and the number of transfers.
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Check available fares
Choose a train to see available fares and conditions for your passenger group.
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Know your train
A train for every kind of journey.
Fast links between cities. Slower days along the coast. Get to know the services before choosing your route.
OUIGO
Choose between Grande Vitesse and Train Classique. Check the exact station and any luggage or seat extras when comparing fares.
INTERCITÉS
Long-distance routes beyond the high-speed network, including some overnight trains. Check seating, sleeping options and reservation requirements.
TER
Regional journeys to smaller towns, from Alsace to the Riviera. Ticket validity and reservation rules vary by region.
Eurostar
From Paris to London, Brussels or Amsterdam. London services require extra document checks: follow the arrival time on your ticket.
TGV Lyria
High-speed connections between France and Switzerland. Check the stations, travel documents and conditions for your chosen service.
The right city. The right station.
Paris Gare de Lyon is in Paris; Lyon Part-Dieu is in Lyon. Check full station names and allow extra time if a connection involves changing stations.
A little preparation goes a long way.
Check luggage and ticket conditions, save your ticket for offline access where possible, and confirm your train on the departure board.
Read the travel FAQGood to know
Before you go.
Practical answers for your next rail journey.
Yes. Choose a live fare, enter passenger details and pay in USD with PayPal. Payment does not guarantee ticket issuance; search results do not reserve seats.
Fares are requested for your selected train and passenger group. They may change and do not reserve seats. If a fare cannot be confirmed, we ask you to retry.
Coverage depends on the journey provider, route and travel date. Check the operator shown on each result.
A fare may be unavailable or expired, or may require the ages of all children. Retry the fare request or choose another train.
You can search up to 90 days ahead. Operators have their own booking windows, so some departures may not be available yet.
No. France Rails is an independent travel-planning service and does not claim official affiliation.
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See more of France by train.
Connect the big cities by high-speed rail, then explore further on intercity and regional services. Our route guides help you choose where to go next.
Plan and book with France Rails.
Compare live fares, enter passenger details and pay in USD with PayPal. Tickets are arranged after payment. For help with an existing booking, contact France Rails with your reference.