SNCF Ticket Office
SNCF ticket offices are called SNCF Connect Shops and can be found at all major train stations in France. Tickets for domestic and international journeys can be purchased there. The ticket offices often have limited opening hours, so it is recommended to check them before visiting. For travel within France, upgrades from 2nd to 1st class can also be purchased by paying the difference.
FIP 50/75 Tickets
SNCF sells tickets with a 50% FIP discount at its ticket offices.
If the staff at the ticket office are unsure which fare code to use, you can refer them to the following fare codes:1
- active employees and their dependents (except GB National Rail), retirees — CF52: FIP 50 Ticket (50% discount) + mandatory reservation on trains.
- active employees and their dependents (except GB National Rail), retirees — CF54: Upgrade with FIP 50 Ticket to 1st class + mandatory reservation on trains.
- active employees and their dependents (GB National Rail only) — CF77: FIP 75 Ticket (75% discount) + mandatory reservation on trains.
- active employees and their dependents (GB National Rail only) — CF78: Upgrade with FIP 75 Ticket to 1st class + mandatory reservation on trains.
Reservations
SNCF sells reservations for long-distance trains.
If the staff at the ticket office are unsure which fare code to use, you can refer them to the following fare codes:1
- FIP Coupon — CF70: Reservation purchase only.
- FIP Coupon — CF71: Upgrade the FIP Coupon reservation to 1st class.
Personal Tip
To avoid additional costs when calling abroad, you can use the app Satellite. It offers 100 free minutes per month for international calls. A German residence is required for registration and registration may take a few days.