French train booking sites

[Vivi & Mirry]

Hi, l'm seeking recommendations regarding booking train tickets in France as to which site is the best. I'll be travelling mid May via Lyon then LePuy. Also has anyone used the Compostela Bus operating between Le/P and Conques. Many thanks for advice as l'm travelling solo from Australia.

 

[Mananath]

I use the app called Trainline for booking trains in Europe. A month ago I used it to book Paris to Le Puy for a late May start on the Camino.

 

[Vivi & Mirry]

I use the app called Trainline for booking trains in Europe. A month ago I used it to book Paris to Le Puy for a late May start on the Camino.

That's a great site, thanks for that.

I use the app called Trainline for booking trains in Europe. A month ago I used it to book Paris to Le Puy for a late May start on the Camino.

 

[good_old_shoes]

I've used the Compostel'bus several times for skipping shorter sections. Just waited at the bus stop for it. But then you'll have no guarantee to get a spot (it is a tiny bus with few spots). I can imagine that especially in may (main season!) it might be booked out.

So if you want to use it for returning to Le Puy, I'd definitely recommend to make a reservation.

Bon chemin!

 

[BarbaraW]

A great site for train journeys in Europe is seat61.com. it has excellent information and tells you the best way to book tickets for specific journeys, whether Trainline, national operator or others.

 

[johjacob]

Hi, l'm seeking recommendations regarding booking train tickets in France as to which site is the best. I'll be travelling mid May via Lyon then LePuy. Also has anyone used the Compostela Bus operating between Le/P and Conques. Many thanks for advice as l'm travelling solo from Australia.

Hi,
Give this Website a try. It’s full of use information

The Man in Seat 61 | The train travel guide

How to travel by train in Europe & worldwide: Schedules, fares & how to buy tickets.

www.seat61.com

 

[exrayray]

Hi I booked my train from Paris to Irun (start of the Norte) directly with SNCF (the French train operator) via their on line web site. It allowed me to choose my seat (trainline also do that, certainly for UK trains) and I got a discount for being over 60. They do offer other discounts, you would have to check to see if you are eligible. Many of the third party web sites charge a small booking fee.

Also, they are good with cancellations. Last year I had to cancel a booking from Thionville to Paris with less than 2 weeks notice and I got a full refund for the cost of the ticket.

 

[TaijiPilgrim]

I used the SNCF app. In 2019 1nd 2021, it was called OUISNCF. Now it seems to be called SNCF Connect.

 

[Former member 104756]

Hi @Vivi & Mirry we spend a lot of time in France and often book trains. I have used both SNCF Connect and Trainline many times. But these days I prefer Trainline. The app is very user friendly. If booking from Australia, I always use Trainline rather than SNCF connect. I just find it easier to use. Bon voyage et bon chemin

 

[Hans-Georg Goebel]

Hi, l'm seeking recommendations regarding booking train tickets in France as to which site is the best. I'll be travelling mid May via Lyon then LePuy. Also has anyone used the Compostela Bus operating between Le/P and Conques. Many thanks for advice as l'm travelling solo from Australia.

I recomment www.thetrainline.com you can book and easy pay

 

[StephenT]

Hi from NZ
I have just recently booked a French train - TGV - Paris > Bayonne

I have used the website sncf-connect.com - used previously + very pleased with it - you can download (+ print off, if needed) your ticket for the journey

Bonne chance

Stephen
NZ

 

[Hans-Georg Goebel]

A great site for train journeys in Europe is seat61.com. it has excellent information and tells you the best way to book tickets for specific journeys, whether Trainline, national operator or others.

at first glance and one try, it looks like this site only shows direct connections and not also transfer connections (like Trainline)