Railways & Train Travel in Pays de la Loire

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Railways & Train Travel in Pays de la Loire

• SNCF is the national train service for France. The Website allows for a route and timetable search and online booking.
• TER SNCF is the regional French rail system. You can search the timetable and book online. Information booklets with train times and destinations for a local or longer trips are available at all stations and some tourist offices. 
• TGV is the fast train network in France. Bookings must be made in advance. 

Some Tips & Points

• You must validate your ticket in the orange punching-machine in the station, before boarding; otherwise face a fine. 
• There are various discount rates available for the young aged 12 to 25, (Carte 12-25), the over 60s (25 to 50 percent off with a Tarif Decouverte/Carte Vermeil) and groups.
• Discounts and special conditions are available for the disabled, info in the Guide du Voyager à Mobilité Réduite.
• There is a service for children travelling unaccompanied. Ask for the Jeune Voyager Service.
• Dogs and cats may be taken on the trains, but there is a fee and conditions. Price depends on the size of the pet, and once aboard, a fellow passenger may, legally, request that you move.
• To find your local station contact detail, go to Pages Jaunes and type in SNCF and your region.