Are there toilets in French trains?
Are there toilets in French trains? There are two toilets for each pair of coaches. When you book, the tables for 4 are usually shown as family or facing or sometimes in French as carré. For seating plans, see the train seat numbering page.
How early should I arrive for TGV?
For your journey with TGV, INTERCITÉS and TER To have plenty of time to find your car, your seat, to store your suitcases etc... we advise you to arrive 20 minutes before departure. Access to the train is guaranteed up to 2 minutes before departure, so avoid arriving at the very last minute!
Can you bring luggage on TGV?
For travel on TGV INOUI or TGV France-Italy trains There is no weight limit for your luggage, but you must be able to carry your bags and suitcases by yourself*. On TGV INOUI trains: Your cabin luggage or other compact bags should be stowed under your seat, at your feet, or in the overhead compartment above your seat.
Can you use a toilet on the train while at a station?
As a general rule, people travelling on trains are warned not to flush the on board toilet while it's not moving. That's because most trains don't have sewage tanks, meaning anything in the toilet is dumped straight onto the tracks. So as you can imagine, if the train is stationary, it can cause huge problems.
Is it better to buy train tickets in advance in France?
For long-distance trains including all TGV, Intercités & Intercités de Nuit overnight trains, reservation is compulsory, but there are usually seats available even on the day of travel and you can buy a ticket immediately before the train departs. But there are much cheaper fares if you pre-book.
Where are the bathrooms on French trains?
On board the train... An internal door opens into a lower deck seating area, and a wide, short & easy flight of stairs leads to a landing at one end of the upper deck. You walk along the train from car to car at the upper level, and the café-bar is also at the upper level. There are toilets both upstairs & downstairs.
Do Paris train stations have toilets?
We have installed amenities for your convenience in our metro and RER stations, including elevators, escalators and public restrooms.
How much is an Uber from Paris to Versailles?
A one-way trip between Paris and Versailles by Uber or taxi will typically cost you a minimum of around 40€ - 50€, assuming no major traffic jams and depending on your specific Paris location.
Are there toilets on European trains?
Are there bathrooms on trains in Europe? There aren't bathrooms on the Metro/Tube, but there are bathrooms on every light-rail/high-speed train I've ever been on in Europe. They're generally clean and perfectly adequate for the trip. That said, some of the doors are sort of difficult to open/ close.
How far is the walk from train station to Versailles Palace?
Getting to the Palace RER line C arrives at Versailles Château - Rive Gauche train station, just 10 minutes' walk to the Palace.
Which is most comfortable class in train?
Business Class provides an enhanced level of comfort as well as a few perks during your journey. Available on many routes across the country, Business Class is located in a dedicated car or section on the train.
Are trains in France comfortable?
When you travel France by train, you have the option of purchasing a first-class or second-class ticket. Either class is very comfortable with most seats, including drop-down tables and power. First class seats are wider and more comfortable than 2nd class seats, as there are fewer seats per car.