The SNCF has made a decision: TGV ticket prices will increase

This is bad news for train users and for the French in general: train ticket prices will increase starting next year.

In response to rising costs, SNCF has committed to implementing a fare shield to protect the wallets of its users. But despite this initiative, high-speed train prices will increase by an average of 5% from January 10, 2023.

“If SNCF Voyageurs passed on the full increase of these costs,
price increases would be nearly 13% in 2023,” explains the operator in its statement. However, to keep prices attractive and to offer a simple range to encourage train travel and protect the most price-sensitive customers from inflation, SNCF Voyageurs has chosen to shield its travelers by deciding not to pass on the entire increase.”.

No Increase in OUIGO Train Prices

The increase will affect both TGV and Intercités services. Specifically, it will mainly inflate the maximum price grid, as well as the cost of Max Active and Pass subscriptions. Professional clients will also bear part of the effort required.

SNCF also plans to revise its general sales conditions. The new rules will be less favorable to users, who will, for example, need to pay an extra €4 for refunds or exchanges (€19, compared to €15 today).

In parallel, SNCF promises that OUIGO train prices will not increase. The minimum prices for TGV Inoui and OUIGO will also be spared, as well as the prices of Max Jeune and Senior subscriptions (€79 for both). The Adult Advantage card will also remain at €49 and will not increase.

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