TGV INOUI Train tickets
Say oui to France — TGV fares from €19
Paris on a whim. Lunch in Lyon. A slow afternoon somewhere in Provence. France is closer than you think — and right now it starts at just €19.
For three days only, TGV INOUI is releasing a big batch of low fares across France:
100,000 second class seats at €19
50,000 first class seats at €29
Per passenger, one-way on a direct route, taxes included
On selected trains and dates, to a selection of destinations across France
Book between 28th and 30th July 2026, then travel anywhere between 1st September and 1st October 2026.
To grab yours, pop your departure and arrival cities into the booking widget at the top of this page and search. The sale fares show up right in your results — no code needed. Just note these tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable, so lock in your plans before you book. Book Today
Overview
High-speed TGV INOUI (Trains à Grande Vitesse) connect you to over 200 destinations across France . Intercity travel is fast and easy, as trains reach speeds of up to 320 kilometres per hour. Frequent departures give you the ultimate flexibility to travel on your terms.
Why choose TGV INOUI?
Operated by SNCF, the French national railway company, the TGV INOUI has been around for over 40 years. These high-speed trains revolutionised long-distance travel in France. Far-flung destinations that once required overnight journeys suddenly became accessible in just a matter of hours.
TGV INOUI travel is now an essential part of everyday life for those who live and work in the country. Hop on board and see what all the hype is about.
Where do TGV INOUI trains go?
From Paris, it's a cinch to get to every major French city you can think of.
The southwest of France: If you'd like to explore rolling vineyards and impressive sand dunes, Bordeaux is just a couple of hours away.
The south of France: If you're looking for fields of lavender, sunshine and that Riveria lifestyle, book Avignon (3 hours from Paris) or Nice (6 hours from Paris).
The east of France: Lyon (2 hours from Paris) is a culinary capital not to be missed. Head to Strasbourg for German-inspired culture and architecture.
The Loire region: Nantes (2 hours from Paris) boasts stunning architecture, signature wine and proximity to the castles of the Loire Valley.
International: Want to add another country to your itinerary? There are direct TGV INOUI services from France to multiple cities in Germany plus selected stations in Italy and Spain .
How can I find out more?
Learn more about taking advantage of the TGV INOUI by checking out our blog, Where to travel from Paris.
Practical information
What should I know before boarding?
There is no formal check-in or customs for domestic journeys. Ticket inspection and passport checks take place once on board on international routes. Aim to be on the platform about 10 minutes before departure; earlier at busy times.
When boarding at a Spanish mainline station, luggage must go through a metal detector.
What can I expect on board?
An increasing number of TGV INOUI trains are double-decker, referred to as TGV INOUI Duplex. Choose an upper-level seat for better views. Air conditioning is standard.
There are dedicated luggage racks at carriage ends and overhead shelves; please follow the baggage size rules below and label all items.
There are restrooms, sometimes with baby-changing facilities, at the end of most carriages. All TGV INOUI trains have a bar-bistro carriage, though it may be closed on short-distance services and at the beginning or end of longer journeys.
The bar carriage offers hot and cold snacks, sandwiches, breakfast items, salads, cakes, hot and cold drinks, beer and wine. There is also a food and drink trolley that passes through the aisles when staffing allows.
Luggage on TGV INOUI
Standard luggage allowance (per person):
Up to 2 labelled pieces of luggage max 70 × 90 × 50 cm each (suitcase, large backpack, hiking bag, sports bag)
Plus 1 labelled hand item max 40 × 30 × 15 cm (small backpack, shopping bag, laptop bag)
Special luggage allowance (per person):
1 labelled standard piece max 70 × 90 × 50 cm
1 labelled special item max 90 × 130 cm (pushchair, folded scooter, musical instrument in case, pair of skis in cover, wakeboard or snowboard in cover)
Plus 1 labelled carry-on max 40 × 30 × 15 cm
Non-compliance fees TGV INOUI
€50 for 1 excess or non-compliant item
€100 for 2 excess or non-compliant items
€150 for 3 or more excess or non-compliant items
Luggage on cross-border TGV INOUI services
Each passenger may travel with up to 3 pieces of luggage, each 85 x 55 x 35 cm max and 25 kg max weight. In addition, hand items up to 46 x 70 cm and under 30 kg are accepted (for example skis, folded wheelchairs or prams, dismantled bikes in a bike bag up to 120 x 90 cm). Bags are scanned for long-distance or international journeys at some major stations, Barcelona in particular.
Ticketing
🗸 Reservations are mandatory.
🗸 Tickets are Print at Home. E-tickets have QR codes that you can scan at the station.
🗸 There are no hidden fees; your seat reservation is always included.
🗸 Book early for the lowest fares. (Be on the lookout for sales openings!) Cheaper seats tend to sell out quickly.
🗸 For the cheapest fares, avoid peak times if you can (mornings, evenings, holidays, Fridays and Sunday afternoons) and book in advance. Sales openings are the best time to grab low fares.
Classes of service
Whichever fare you choose, every TGV INOUI journey gives you a power socket at your seat, free Wi-Fi and the TGV INOUI onboard portal, with films, series, games and press to enjoy on your own device. Most seats have a table for working or relaxing, there's a bar carriage serving hot and cold food and drink, and there's plenty of space for your luggage. Children under four travel free when they don't need their own seat.
TGV INOUI Second Class
Seating: Comfortable 2+2 seating with shared or individual power sockets depending on the trainset (some offer both UK and continental outlets). On newer TGV INOUI trains, certain airline-style seats can be turned to face forward.
Food & drink: Pre-order online to avoid queues at the bar carriage or bring your own snacks.
