What is the difference between OUIGO and OUIGO plus?

What is the difference between OUIGO and OUIGO plus? OUIGO PLUS, a little extra for everyone You already know about the OUIGO ESSENTIAL package, the OUIGO ticket at the best price, which includes a hand luggage and a small cabin luggage. You can now add additional services to your OUIGO ticket. OUIGO PLUS includes all these services for only €9 more!

Is ouigo better than Renfe?

Your destination, travel goals, and budget will all play a role in making the right decision. Renfe's AVE trains offer a premium experience with a wide range of destinations, while OUIGO Spain provides affordable prices and a straightforward ticketing system.

Where is OUIGO from?

OUIGO is a low-cost, high-speed train service operating under the SNCF brand in France and Spain. OUIGO is a popular choice for train travel as it offers passengers long-distance journeys within the French and Spanish rail network, at some of the most competitive prices.

Can you choose seats on OUIGO?

Choose your seat on board Reserve your seat with the “Choose my seat” option for a more comfortable or more private experience, or if you want more space. Customise your needs on SNCF connect and select: Your coach number.

Can you cancel OUIGO?

To get a refund on your TGV INOUI, TER or INTERCITÉS train ticket (including travel outside France), contact the original seller. OUIGO tickets are non-refundable. In the event of a delay, disruption or cancellation, your carrier will contact you.

What are the new routes for OUIGO?

In November 2022, SNCF-owned Ouigo launched a new high-speed, low-cost route between Madrid and Valencia. From summer 2023 it will also run to Alicante. Tickets will initially be priced at €9 one-way with one suitcase, but will cost around €30 after the launch period.

Is OUIGO plus first class?

Moreover, the TGV OUIGO have more capacity: up to 1260 passengers compared to 1000 for the TGV INOUI. To achieve this, a few small changes have been made to the interior of the trains: no bar car, no first class and larger rows of seats.

How do you check in OUIGO?

Tickets will be checked on the platform before boarding Ouigo trains. Check-in for Ouigo trains opens 30 mins before the train leaves and closes 5 mins before departure. Before boarding any train at a Spanish mainline station, travellers are required to put their luggage through an X-ray security check.

Do OUIGO trains have outlets?

In certain coaches on a Ouigo train all of the top deck seats have access to power sockets; they're not available at all on the bottom deck. If you don't use the seating plan, it's unlikely that you will be automatically assigned a seat with a power socket.

Is Ouigo only in France?

OUIGO is a low-cost, high-speed train service operating under the SNCF brand in France and Spain. OUIGO is a popular choice for train travel as it offers passengers long-distance journeys within the French and Spanish rail network, at some of the most competitive prices.

Do OUIGO trains have wifi?

Good news! You can now enjoy Wifi in all our OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains and a wide range of entertainment options (press, videos, TV series, games, etc.) OUIGO Grande Vitesse is SNCF's low-cost TGV and takes you to over 50 destinations throughout France.

How early should I arrive at OUIGO?

For your journey with OUIGO You must arrive at the station 30 minutes before departure. Access to the train is no longer guaranteed 5 minutes before departure.

Why is OUIGO so cheap?

OUIGO is a low-cost rail service company established in 2013 as part of the SNCF group. Unlike the TGV INOUI service, OUIGO trains only have one class, which is equivalent to second-class travel. This is why OUIGO tickets are so cheap - from €10 for adults (depending on the destination) and €5 for children.

Is OUIGO strict with luggage?

Important: Luggage on Ouigo allowed. Baggage is strictly limited to one item 36 x 27 x 15 cm max and one item 55 x 35 x 25 cm max, including handles & wheels.

How can I avoid paying for seats?

Just say “no.” Within 24 hours of your departure, the airline will assign you a seat. Pro tip: If you want to avoid paying for a seat assignment, arrive at the airport early. That way, you'll have the pick of the unassigned seats.