France Railway Information


Most of the French railway network is operated by SNCF. 


Train Service:

InterCity & regional trains:
The main rail network in France is made up of the following regional trains and intercity trains:

Domestic high-speed trains in France:
French domestic high-speed trains are the world famous TGV train and travel at speeds of 320 km/h (200 mph). TGV trains transport passengers quickly and comfortably to cities across France, including from Paris to popular destinations like Bordeaux, Lyon, Marseille and Nice.

Domestic night trains in France:
The InterCités de Nuit night trains connect Paris to various destinations in the east, west and south of France, by night.

International connections:

These international high-speed trains operate to and from France:

Train stations of bordering countries:

With an Interrail pass valid in France you can travel to the following train stations of countries that border France:


Facilities and services on trains:

Bikes on trains

Bicycles are allowed upon purchase of a special bike ticket. 

Bar Bistro

SNCF's on-board cafe bar on TGV trains is a great place to grab food and drink (soft and alcoholic) on the go as well as mingle with the locals in the bar areas