Travel and transport

London-France Eurostar ends biometric check-in as station prepares for Entry-Exit System

The service has been in place since July 2023

Public transport to be free for over 65s (and under 10s) in Aix-Marseille

The new measure will apply to 240,000 children and 500,000 over-65s

French port workers start two-day strike: what impact on travellers?

Unions claim government is withholding information on asbestos study

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What is the purpose of the EU’s 90/180 days rule that applies in France?

Regulation has taken on more significance for UK residents since Brexit

Paris - Milan train route to reopen in March

Landslide in Alps blocked tunnel for some 19 months

New way for travellers to show identity now accepted on some French trains

Digital QR code can be used by many (but not all) passengers instead of physical ID and ticket

Clues that Virgin Group plans to challenge Eurostar on Channel Tunnel route

Spanish train company confirms that the multinational has asked it to source trains

What will expected new European regulations mean for French air travel?

New regulations are likely to be in force before summer holiday season begins

No ETA permit needed for Americans and others only transiting in UK

However, the fee for those who do need ETAs is likely to rise

France’s SNCF train company told it must not ask passengers’ gender

European courts rule information is not required when buying a ticket

Ryanair announces new seasonal French-UK route

The airline is now responsible for half of all routes out of Clermont-Ferrand airport central France

EasyJet confirms closure of Toulouse base from April: UK flight maintained

The company will more than halve the number of destinations it serves from the airport

New UK travel permit rules: how are travellers from France affected?

We answer key questions on the Electronic Travel Authorisation and look at when similar rules for Britons may be coming in with regards to travel to the EU

Two days of discount Ouigo train tickets in France

Cap of €19 on 300,000 spring tickets

Dozens of new flight and ferry routes for France in 2025

The SNCF is also to introduce its long-awaited TGV M in the new year

Cable damage stops opening of world-famous French cable car for skiers

Alpine area famous for off-piste routes faces tourism hit

EasyJet announces nine new flight routes from France including to UK

A service from Bordeaux to Birmingham is among the new announcements

Bordeaux-Ireland flights: Aer Lingus to replace Ryanair

The three flights per week will replace a service previously offered by Ryanair, which has now stopped all flights to and from Bordeaux

Conductors on French public transport will soon be able to check your address

Move is part of anti-fraud plans to prevent people from giving false information during fines including on SNCF trains

December French rail strike: Less disruption expected than forecast

High-speed services should not be affected during the Christmas season

Airlines told to cancel some flights to and from France due to Thursday’s public servant strikes

Some airports will see 20% plus of flights affected at certain times of the day on December 5

Ryanair to begin flying from major Paris airport

Two new UK routes also announced by easyJet and WizzAir

France – US flight diverts to Ireland because of passenger disruption

Irish police arrest man on Delta Airlines’ Paris-Atlanta route

French airport trials free ‘no queue’ security lane booking system

Passengers at Lyon Terminal 1 can reserve 15-minute slots to pass through security

Did you know: the Paris Métro has underground 'ghost stations'

They are hidden from passengers but some are used as film locations

Ryanair threatens to end flights to ten regional French airports over tax plan

Airline boss says it will reduce traffic to France by 50% if proposed tax increases on tickets are approved

French eco-friendly cargo sailboats to set sail by 2026

French company raises €40million to build Cutty Sark-sized sailing vessels, promising faster, eco-friendly trans-Atlantic shipping

Strike action poses minimal disruption to French TGV services

Although overall disruption will be limited, no night trains will be running and local services may still be impacted during tomorrow’s strike

SNCF train tickets open for early 2025 bookings

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

Bus stop opens on French motorway near Strasbourg

It will link to tram stop and cut travel times for people in city suburbs

Eurostar anniversary sale launches - and includes London-Paris tickets

Discounts of up to 30% are available to celebrate its 30 year history

EasyJet and major French airlines not expected to be impacted by Thursday pilot strike

Travellers should however check the status of their flight before arriving at the airport

French rail workers to strike in December: Major disruption expected

‘A time of conflict with the SNCF is upon us,’ announce unions opposed to privatisation and the closure of the SNCF freight service

Major train travel disruption as Paris-Lyon TGV route closes for four days

Services across France – and internationally – will see journey times increased or be cancelled

Does 90/180 day rule affect visiting France if I have Spanish residency?

Rules on spending too long in another EU country are in place for everyone

French pilots set to strike next week over plans to raise flight ticket taxes

Single day of action may be followed by future strikes, union warns

Cheapest destinations and best days to fly for a Christmas getaway from France

These are the best low-price offers and dates to fly on according to a French consumer website

I challenged myself to visit (nearly) all 2,900 of France's regional train stations

Meet the man who spent five years and €5,000 exploring 'the most beautiful country in the world' by TER and omnibus trains

Flights cancelled in second day of strike action at Nantes airport

Firefighter and safety workers have walked out. Travellers are advised to check with their flight provider to see if they are affected

New France-US flight route announced by Air France

Paris to Orlando route will be carrier’s 18th destination in US

Flash sale of high-speed TGV French train tickets

200,000 cut-price tickets are on offer

Will lack of time left on UK passport affect re-entry into France?

EU rules on passport validity requirements are strict

How is France affected by delays to new EU border controls?

Digital 'Entry/Exit System' was widely expected to start on November 10, but latest delay will give French ports and airports more time to prepare

Planned French air travel tax hike will push up ticket prices, say easyJet

The tax increase would be part of the French government's efforts to reduce a €60bn deficit

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

New train operator sets sights on west of France

Private company ‘Le Train’ plans to focus on linking up regional cities with direct trains

Train 'revolution' on its way in France as high-speed market opens to competition

New French companies, as well as established foreign operators, will compete with the SNCF on TGV lines across the country

Nîmes and Tours: New domestic and international flights for 2025

The new services are part of plans to boost the regions’ economy and tourism, with tickets available from November for flights departing in May

France-Luxembourg rail travel to be impacted by repair works

Travellers are advised to check journey schedules close to the time of travel

New direct Paris-Montréal air route to launch in 2025

Low-cost carrier French bee will offer return flight from under €300

Eurostar announces disruption for France-UK trains in November

There will be fewer trains running, and those that are will take longer to reach London

Tourists, foreign residents: How France’s new Schengen border checks will work

Border guards will be able to carry out ID checks on road, sea, and air routes from six European countries beginning in November

France to strengthen border controls for six Schengen countries: what will you need to show?

Checks will last for at least six months, and visitors entering France from these countries will need valid documents

Call for safer pet travel measures at French borders

Animal advocates push for enhanced security at ports and Eurotunnel to prevent animals escaping during microchip checks

EasyJet announces 27 new international lines from France (4 are to UK)

The increased 2025 winter programme represents a 5% increase in the airline’s traffic to France

Eurostar relaunches website that gives up to 50% off tickets

It includes London - Paris trains. The catch? You only know the time of your train two days before travel

Air France announces it will no longer serve Strasbourg

The airline has blamed the change on economic reasons and changing passenger habits

Couple win court payout over TGV route opened near ‘quiet’ Brittany home

High-speed route sees over 50 trains pass through per day

French inventors' glasses aim to combat all forms of travel sickness

A liquid layer in the spectacles acts as an artificial horizon to help alleviate symptoms

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

EasyJet boss says EU border changes risk 'passengers being left stuck on planes’

Senior figures in the travel sector are concerned over implementation of EES

UK updates its official site for Britons living in France about border changes

Information for families highlights key document required for children to travel out of the EU

Crackdown on speeders after rise in road deaths in three areas of France

Penalties for dangerous driving have increased and more checks are taking place

Train route Paris-Orléans-Limoges-Toulouse to face severe disruption in 2025

Works will take place during the day so night freight traffic can keep to schedules

Ryanair to change boarding pass rules: French flights affected

Travellers who 'want the piece of paper are the same demographic that were the first ones to switch to the internet for cheaper airfares' says airline boss Michael O’Leary