
SNCF Advantage Card
Priced at €49 per year, the Carte Avantage offers 30% savings for adults and 60% savings for children, with 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
Experience affordable and time-efficient overnight travel with Intercités de Nuit. These night trains come with 1st class 4-berth couchettes, 2nd class 6-berth couchettes, and reclining seats. Ticket prices start from €19 for seated places and €29 for berths in 1st and 2nd class.