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Trenitalia rivals SNCF to offer train service to French ski stations

The service is a clear sign of the Italian operator’s strategy for the French ski resort market

How long, how much? All about the new Paris-Berlin train service

The new service will be the first high-speed direct train between the two capitals

Cheaper but slower… €10 train fare for Paris to Brussels route

Ticket sales are already open for journeys up to the end of March

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SNCF comes fifth in European ranking of best train companies

Eurostar did not fare quite so well

Good news for residents in Brittany as extra trains confirmed

The services will begin running in 2025

PHOTOS: The new French train that also runs on roads

It will take at least three years before these trains are implemented

Dozens fall ill in French train station as man pours toxic liquid on floor

The man spilled the liquid and then ‘calmly boarded a train’, police say

SNCF train tickets open for early 2025 bookings

International destinations and skiing stations within France are included in the seats now available

Environmentalists condemn Paris-Toulouse train route preparations

Around 150 large trees were cut down as part of work on the highly controversial LGV service

France's luxury rail adventure set for 2025 launch

Puy du Fou's Le Grand Tour offers an immersive theatrical experience across iconic locations

Engineer creates a map showing every single train route in France

All of France’s some 6,000 train stations are shown, from city hubs to tiny rural tracks

SNCF to test a stand-up comedy show for TGV passengers tomorrow

The project comes as train ticket sales open for new Paris-Berlin direct daytime service

SNCF guilty of involuntary homicide for 2015 accident that killed 11

Two workers have also been handed suspended prison sentences

Bordeaux-Toulouse rail project: Prefecture bans weekend protests

Environmental protesters say the demonstrations against the high-speed train projects will still take place

Christmas holiday train tickets go on sale in France

Travellers are urged to book their seats as soon as possible for lower prices

Baggage thefts on French trains on rise: travellers use GPS trackers

Smartphone-linked trackers are increasingly popular method to prevent thefts from luggage racks

€5 Ouigo train tickets on sale in flash anniversary offer in France

50,000 tickets are available over two days for the low cost trains

Do train staff in France really get commission from fines they give out?

Fines can be handed out for not having a valid ticket, using an out of date railcard, or even having your feet on the seat opposite

US flights, slower, cheaper trains, ferry deals: France travel updates

We also look at how a Paris-India plane turned back after alert signal raised and tourist discounts for travellers who arrive by bike or train

Phone thief on Paris train caught when passengers call and hear ring

The thief continued to deny it was him but the phone was ringing in his pocket

Summer and Olympic train tickets to go on sale in France

Travellers can snap up the cheapest tickets from March 13

Meet woman behind voice of French train announcements for 40 years

Former radio presenter is also voice of some foreign airports

Eurostar flash sale includes €35 France-UK tickets

Dates from March through May are covered, although discounted tickets are not available on all dates

Train e-ticket travellers fined in France for not carrying ID

Several passengers have been fined for not carrying the correct ID on French trains despite having a valid e-ticket. What are the rules?

International train tickets for summer travel on sale in France

Tickets to Spain, Italy, Switzerland amongst others included

Unmuzzled dog on train in France sparks complaint

A former MP complained about the Golden Retriever on social media, saying a ticket inspector and other passengers failed to tackle the owner

Student receives €7,000 in train fines after identity theft in France

The 20-year-old said he has to prove he was not on the train in each of the 30 plus cases

Over-60s, families, workers: what discount French train cards exist

Cards are not means-tested and can offer reductions of up to 75%

Train tickets go on sale for spring trips in France

Dates cover school holidays and five public holidays

Ports prepare for new border checks and 5 other France travel updates

Our round-up also looks at new Ryanair flights, plans for new UK-France ferry service, icy motorway conditions and TGV-M delays

Eurostar offers €39 France-UK tickets in flash sale

50,000 international cut-price train tickets available

€20 UK-France flights and 5 other France travel updates

Our round-up also looks at the new law limiting French air traffic control strikes, new Transavia hand-luggage fees and free public transport in Occitanie

France travel updates including new UK flight route

Our travel round-up also looks at the Iberia strike, Ryanair’s dispute with travel agents and Eurostar’s hard winter

What changes in France in 2024 for public transport?

We look at the new rail passes, air routes, and a ‘flying whale'

Ryanair flash sale, TGV ticket prices to rise: 8 French travel updates

We also look at new Easyjet flights, travel to ski resorts and the reopening of the Mont Blanc tunnel

Prices, times, stops: how return of Paris-Berlin night train works

The route is starting again following a nine-year hiatus

Price freeze on trains, many airlines banned: 7 French travel updates

We also look at the best airports in France, the best ferry company in the world and Eurostar delays

Ski holiday firm calls for more direct train links to French resorts

The company said fewer than 0.5% of French people skiing in the Alps went by train and 80% of British skiers travelled by plane

SNCF train strike December 1: Where in France is affected?

Almost all regions are set to see disruptions to some services

Black Friday sales, Air France strike: 7 French travel updates

We also look at the rising cost of Christmas plane tickets, the decline of cars in Paris and more

Best time to buy ferry and plane tickets : 7 French travel updates

We also look at the new Trenitalia route and the (considerable) ‘hidden’ costs of flights

Richard Branson ‘plans London-Paris train service to rival Eurostar’

Virgin is reported to be one of a number of groups looking to run trains on the newly-liberalised route

French unions threaten Christmas and New Year rail strike

Current negotiations on salaries look set to break down

Ouigo €19 deal in France and look to book February TGV tickets

Tickets for the TGV InOui, Intercités and TGV Lyria trains are set to go on sale for early 2024

Update on Storm Ciaran in France - and new storm on way

More alerts are in place as a new storm is set to arrive on Saturday in the Atlantic

How can I get to the ski resorts in France?

A look at flights, trains and buses to help you get to the mountains this winter

No trains in five French regions and airport closes in Brest

Violent winds forecast as storm Ciaran hits Brittany and Normandy on Wednesday night

Easyjet latest, holiday traffic on roads: 7 French travel updates

We also look at a new airport tax, 2024 ferry reservations, the closure of the Marseille metro and more

Plans announced to increase security at French train stations

Armed SNCF patrolling agents should also be given authority to intervene during terrorist attacks, said Transport Minister Clément Beaune

New hand luggage rules and Wizz Air slated: 7 French travel updates

We also look at Air France’s planned withdrawal from Paris Orly, new European flights and how a ticketless train system works

Potential Eurostar Paris-London competitor to buy 12 French trains

Evolyn says it wants to serve 11 million passengers annually from 2026, with ‘better-value tickets’ from Paris to London and beyond

Doctors, drones, travel refunds, books: 5 practical French updates

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Christmas TGV and other train tickets now on sale in France

Site crashes as travellers try to book early to get the best fares before prices jump

Bedbugs on public transport seats in France: Minister promises action

It comes after passengers posted videos claiming that bedbugs are on TGV and metro trains

UK and New York flights, winter train tickets: 8 French travel updates

We also look at an inflatable ferry sail, more information on the Mont Blanc tunnel closure and the creeping cost of the Paris metro

Did you know? One French department does not have passenger trains

Can you guess which? Clue: It has a low population density compared to the national average

Expert confirms bedbug in passenger’s French Ouigo train seat video

Video showing insect on armrest has been viewed five million times on social media

High speed link between Toulouse and Bordeaux slow going

The building of the route is expected to cost €14billion

Easyjet summer tickets, TGV line delay: 8 French travel updates

We also look at the ‘sail and rail’ ticket scheme for visitors from Ireland, the Mont Blanc tunnel closure (and reopening) and the first EV charging station at a French airport