
SNCF Advantage Card
The Carte Avantage, available at a fixed annual rate of €49, offers savings of 30% for adults and 60% for children. It comes in three profiles to suit your needs: Jeune (ages 12-27), Adulte (ages 27-59), and Senior (ages 60 and up).
Book tickets in advance
Second-class SNCF tickets offer an average of 35% off when booked up to 3-4 months in advance. Train fares typically rise over time as ticket availability decreases, so budget-conscious travellers should book in advance to secure the best prices.
Take INTERCITÉS night trains
Intercités de Nuit offer economical and time-efficient overnight travel options. The night trains feature 4-berth couchettes in 1st class, 6-berth couchettes in 2nd class, and reclining seats. Fares start at €19 for seated places and €29 for berths in both 1st and 2nd class.