Do you need to book TGV in advance?

Do you need to book TGV in advance? 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.

Is TGV often late?

TGVs normally run on time. Better than any airline. However, as with any kind of transport, unexpected delays can occur.

Is it better to sit upstairs or downstairs in TGV train?

On double-deck TGV Duplex, ask for an upper deck seat for the best views. Stairs to the upper deck are wide and easy so not a problem, only choose the lower deck if you have serious mobility impairment.

What happens if I miss my TGV?

TGV and Eurostar tickets are only valid on the booked train, date and class. If you are about to miss your train or have missed it for another reason than train traffic disruption, you can excchange or cancel the ticket according to the fare conditions and/or purchase a new ticket.

Do you get a meal on TGV?

Cafe-bar: All TGVs (except a few very short-distance ones such as Lille-Paris) have a café-bar serving hot & cold drinks, sandwiches, a few hot dishes such as quiche or lasagne, small bottles of wine & spirits - see sample menu. The café-bar is located in the centre of the train between the 1st & 2nd class.

Does booking train tickets in advance save money?

Fortunately, there are several strategies you can use to save money on train tickets. One of the easiest ways to save money on train tickets is to book in advance. This not only guarantees you a seat on the train, but it can also save you up to 50% on the cost of your ticket.

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.

Is SNCF the same as TGV?

TGV is SNCF's high-speed rail service. Carrying passengers across France on trains exceeding 300kmh, TGV train has become one of the most popular modes of transport for travelling around the country.

Can I get on a train without a seat reservation?

In most circumstances, you must purchase a ticket before you board a train. Most trains require reservations and you should not board reserved trains without a reservation. Passengers who do so are not guaranteed a seat and may be instructed to get off the train at the next station stop.

Is it cheaper to pre book train tickets or buy on the day?

Advance purchase tickets are cheaper rail fares which are sold prior to the day of travel, and, in some cases on the day of departure.