Booking reservations
France is a fantastic country to explore with an Interrail pass! Known for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and world-famous cuisine, France offers something for every traveler. Whether you’re strolling through the romantic streets of Paris, exploring the lavender fields of Provence, or relaxing on the beaches of the French Riviera, traveling by train is the ideal way to see it all.
After all, France’s high-speed TGV trains connect major cities like Paris, Lyon, and Marseille in just a few hours. Hence, this makes it perfect for fast travel between destinations. For a slower, scenic journey, regional trains take you through charming villages, vineyards, and coastal towns. However, Interrail reservations in France are required for almost all trains. Which unfortunately limits the flexibility to hop on and off as you like. Although Interrail in France is a challenge, it’s definitely worth it.
So, bon voyage and explore France by train! From the chic boulevards of Paris to the serene countryside of Normandy, every journey through France promises a perfect mix of history, beauty, and charm. With Interrail, your French adventure will be one to remember!
Online reservations are marked in blue (click!).
| Type | Name | Carrier | 2nd | 1st | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regional | RER, TER | SNCF | None | None | Reservations required for the TER-Est and TER-Nomad (€02) |
| InterCity | – | SNCF | €10 – €20 | €10 – €20 | Some InterCity’s are exempted from mandatory reservations |
| HighSpeed | ICE | DB | €15 | €15 | – |
| HighSpeed | AVE | Renfe | €10 | €13 | – |
| HighSpeed | TGV Lyria | SNCF | €29 | €39 | – |
| HighSpeed | TGV | SNCF | €10 – €35 | €10 – €45 | – |
| HighSpeed | EST | Eurostar | €22 – €30 | €27 – €38 | – |
| NightTrain | ICN | SNCF | €10 – €22 | €10 – €22 | – |
| NightTrain | NJ | ÖBB | €20 – €470 | €20 – €470 | – |
Go back to the Interrail reservations or read more about Night Trains in France.
