
SNCF Advantage Card
For a yearly fee of €49, the Carte Avantage provides a 30% discount for adults and a 60% discount for children. It is available in three profiles catered to your needs: Jeune (ages 12-27), Adulte (ages 27-59), and Senior (ages 60 and up).
Book tickets in advance
If you book second-class SNCF tickets up to 3-4 months in advance, you can save around 35% on average. Since train fares usually go up as ticket availability drops, budget-conscious travellers should book early to lock in the best rates.
Take INTERCITÉS night trains
Intercités de Nuit offer economical and time-efficient overnight travel options. The night trains feature 4-berth couchettes in 1st class, 6-berth couchettes in 2nd class, and reclining seats. Fares start at €19 for seated places and €29 for berths in both 1st and 2nd class.