Billets de train TGV INOUI

Spring & Summer 2026 train travel is now open

Spring and summer journeys across France and beyond are officially open for booking!

Train tickets are now available for travel through July 3, 2026, including TGV INOUI routes (think: high speed!) across France (excluding some of the South-East region and INTERCITÉS routes).

Planning ahead means more choice when it comes to routes, schedules, and travel styles, whether you’re heading between major cities or exploring regions. With Rail Europe, you can search and compare all available options in one place and book online with confidence.

Spring and summer dates are popular, so start planning early using the booking widget on this page and secure the journey that fits your plans.

Overview

High-speed TGV INOUI (Trains à Grande Vitesse) connect you to over 200 destinations across France . Intercity travel is fast and easy, as trains reach speeds of up to 320 kilometres per hour. Frequent departures give you the ultimate flexibility to travel on your terms.

Why choose TGV INOUI?

Operated by SNCF, the French national railway company, the TGV INOUI has been around for over 40 years. These high-speed trains revolutionised long-distance travel in France. Far-flung destinations that once required overnight journeys suddenly became accessible in just a matter of hours.

TGV INOUI travel is now an essential part of everyday life for those who live and work in the country. Hop on board and see what all the hype is about.

Where do TGV INOUI trains go?

From Paris, it's a cinch to get to every major French city you can think of.

The southwest of France: If you'd like to explore rolling vineyards and impressive sand dunes, Bordeaux is just a couple of hours away.

The south of France: If you're looking for fields of lavender, sunshine and that Riveria lifestyle, book Avignon (3 hours from Paris) or Nice (6 hours from Paris).

The east of France: Lyon (2 hours from Paris) is a culinary capital not to be missed. Head to Strasbourg for German-inspired culture and architecture.

The Loire region: Nantes (2 hours from Paris) boasts stunning architecture, signature wine and proximity to the castles of the Loire Valley.

International: Want to add another country to your itinerary? There are direct TGV INOUI services from France to multiple cities in Germany plus selected stations in Italy and Spain .

How can I find out more?

Learn more about taking advantage of the TGV INOUI by checking out our blog, Where to travel from Paris.

Practical information

©Pierre-Antoine Pluquet / SNCF

What should I know before boarding?

There is no formal check-in or customs for domestic journeys. Ticket inspection and passport checks take place once on board on international routes. Aim to be on the platform about 10 minutes before departure; earlier at busy times.

When boarding at a Spanish mainline station, luggage must go through a metal detector.

What can I expect on board?

An increasing number of TGV INOUI trains are double-decker, referred to as TGV INOUI Duplex. Choose an upper-level seat for better views. Air conditioning is standard.

There are dedicated luggage racks at carriage ends and overhead shelves; please follow the baggage size rules below and label all items.

There are restrooms, sometimes with baby-changing facilities, at the end of most carriages. All TGV INOUI trains have a bar-bistro carriage, though it may be closed on short-distance services and at the beginning or end of longer journeys.

The bar carriage offers hot and cold snacks, sandwiches, breakfast items, salads, cakes, hot and cold drinks, beer and wine. There is also a food and drink trolley that passes through the aisles when staffing allows.

Luggage on TGV INOUI

Standard luggage allowance (per person):

• Up to 2 labelled pieces of luggage max 70 × 90 × 50 cm each (suitcase, large backpack, hiking bag, sports bag)
• Plus 1 labelled hand item max 40 × 30 × 15 cm (small backpack, shopping bag, laptop bag)

Special luggage allowance (per person):

• 1 labelled standard piece max 70 × 90 × 50 cm
• 1 labelled special item max 90 × 130 cm (pushchair, folded scooter, musical instrument in case, pair of skis in cover, wakeboard or snowboard in cover)
• Plus 1 labelled carry-on max 40 × 30 × 15 cm

Non-compliance fees TGV INOUI

• €50 for 1 excess or non-compliant item
• €100 for 2 excess or non-compliant items
• €150 for 3 or more excess or non-compliant items

Luggage on cross-border TGV INOUI services

Each passenger may travel with up to 3 pieces of luggage, each 85 x 55 x 35 cm max and 25 kg max weight. In addition, hand items up to 46 x 70 cm and under 30 kg are accepted (for example skis, folded wheelchairs or prams, dismantled bikes in a bike bag up to 120 x 90 cm). Bags are scanned for long-distance or international journeys at some major stations, Barcelona in particular.

Ticketing

🗸 Reservations are mandatory.

🗸 Tickets are Print at Home. E-tickets have QR codes that you can scan at the station.

🗸 There are no hidden fees; your seat reservation is always included.

🗸 Book early for the lowest fares. (Be on the lookout for sales openings!) Cheaper seats tend to sell out quickly.

🗸 For the cheapest fares, avoid peak times if you can (mornings, evenings, holidays, Fridays and Sunday afternoons) and book in advance. Sales openings are the best time to grab low fares.

Classes of service

⭐ New class of service: TGV INOUI OPTIMUM PLUS

OPTIMUM PLUS is the most premium travel experience available on TGV INOUI. Designed for comfort-seekers and frequent travelers, it includes all OPTIMUM benefits plus elevated onboard service and premium perks, like access to the Grand Voyageur Lounges before your journey. This service is only currently available on the Paris <> Lyon route.

Seating: Premium 2+1 seating with maximum comfort, extra legroom, and a calm, spacious environment, ideal for long-distance trips or working on the go. Individual power sockets and spacious tables included.

Onboard experience: OPTIMUM PLUS travelers enjoy flexible changes and refunds, exclusive digital services on the onboard portal, and a premium level of comfort throughout the journey.

Food & drink: Enjoy table-side meal service delivered directly to your seat. An onboard concierge is available to assist with comfort needs and help enhance your journey.

⭐ New class of service: TGV INOUI OPTIMUM

OPTIMUM offers a more spacious, premium experience for travelers who want extra comfort. Passengers enjoy an upgraded seat environment, priority after-sales flexibility, and access to Grand Voyageur Lounge before the journey and the exclusive digital services during the journey.

Seating: Relax in premium 2+1 seating with generous legroom, wider seats, and a quieter atmosphere than Second or First. Most seats include individual power sockets and large tables for working or dining.

Onboard experience: Enjoy access to the enhanced TGV INOUI digital portal, featuring exclusive content available only for OPTIMUM passengers. Flexible change and refund conditions offer more peace of mind for travel plans.

Food & drink: Pre-order meals online to skip the café-bar queue, or bring your own food and drink onboard.

TGV INOUI First Class

First Class passengers have access to power sockets (European two-pin norm) and free wifi. Seats recline for added comfort and there is good space for luggage.

Seating: Spacious 2+1 seating rather than 2+2. Power sockets at every seat. Some seats are arranged in pairs (Club 2) or fours (Club 4) around a table; others are airline style. On some newer TGV INOUI sets, airline-style seats can be rotated to face forward. For couples travelling together, Club 2 seats are a great choice.

On some of the new TGVs, airline-style seats can be turned to face forward. For couples travelling together, Club 2 seats are a great choice.

Food & drink: Pre-order your meal online to skip the bar-car queue or bring your own.

TGV INOUI Second Class

Seating: Comfortable 2+2 seating with shared or individual power sockets depending on the trainset (some offer both UK and continental outlets). On newer TGV INOUI trains, certain airline-style seats can be turned to face forward.

Food & drink: Pre-order online to avoid queues at the bar carriage or bring your own snacks.

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