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SNCF TER
About
SNCF TER (Transport Express Régional) is the regional train service operated by France's national railway company, SNCF. It provides low-cost travel within France's regions, connecting towns and areas not served by high-speed trains. Each French region independently manages its own TER network, offering various ticket types, including discount cards and special fares. TER trains are used by over 800,000 passengers daily and are a popular choice for both commuters and tourists exploring France's diverse landscapes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one suitcase included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated areas at train ends
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Snack bar or food trolley service on some routes, vending machines available
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation for additional fee, included in some first-class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require paid ticket, guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Popular routes
SNCF TER train tickets
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SNCF TER
04:36PM4h43
Paris Gare de l'Est09:19PMStrasbourg station
$1091One-way
0 transfers
Popular SNCF TER routes
Paris to Strasbourg train
from $56
Direct trains available
1h45 average duration
14trains per day
Served by
- TGV
- SNCF TER
- TGV INOUI
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- SNCF
Paris to Troyes train
from $14
Direct trains available
1h29 average duration
10trains per day
Served by
- TGV
- SNCF TER
- SNCF
Épernay station to Paris Gare de l'Est train
from $14
Direct trains available
1h18 average duration
9trains per day
Served by
- TGV INOUI
- SNCF TER
- TGV
Mulhouse to Paris train
from $56
Direct trains available
2h41 average duration
13trains per day
Served by
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- SNCF TER
- TGV INOUI
- TGV
Paris to Mulhouse train
from $56
Direct trains available
2h41 average duration
13trains per day
Served by
- SNCF TER
- TGV INOUI
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- TGV
Troyes to Paris train
from $23
Direct trains available
1h28 average duration
9trains per day
Served by
- TGV
- SNCF TER
- SNCF
Paris Gare de l'Est to Épernay station train
from $14
Direct trains available
1h13 average duration
8trains per day
Served by
- TGV INOUI
- SNCF TER
- TGV
Strasbourg to Paris train
from $49
Direct trains available
1h44 average duration
14trains per day
Served by
- TGV
- TGV INOUI
- SNCF | TGV Lyria
- SNCF TER
- SNCF
- Deutsche Bahn
Paris to Épernay train
from $14
Direct trains available
1h13 average duration
10trains per day
Served by
- TGV
- TGV INOUI
- SNCF TER
Épernay to Paris train
from $14
Direct trains available
1h18 average duration
10trains per day
Served by
- SNCF TER
- TGV INOUI
- TGV
SNCF TER FAQs
Everything you need to know to travel with SNCF TER: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more
You can travel with SNCF TER to many regional destinations across France, including cities like Lyon, Marseille, and Bordeaux, with services facilitating convenient and frequent connections to smaller towns as well.
SNCF TER trains are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility, offering wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, and an assistance service.
SNCF TER allows ticket cancellations, but refund policies vary by ticket type.
Passengers using SNCF TER can board the train directly with a valid ticket, as there is no formal check-in process required.
SNCF TER provides compensation if you miss your connection due to a delay.
Refunds and compensation requests with SNCF TER typically take 2 to 3 weeks for processing, with availability depending on the fare type of the tickets purchased.
You can submit your compensation request with SNCF TER, and while refunds are not available, the processing period for exchanges is about 2-3 weeks, depending on the fare type.
If your train with SNCF TER is delayed, you may be eligible for compensation for connecting train delays.
For SNCF TER, compensation for a train delay exceeding 120 minutes is 50% of the ticket price.
For a train delay with SNCF TER between 60-119 minutes, the compensation is 25% of the ticket price.
SNCF TER trains typically depart from a variety of regional train stations across France, including major hubs such as Paris Gare de Lyon and Lyon Part-Dieu.
You can store one piece of hand luggage and one suitcase on SNCF TER trains in overhead racks, under the seats, or in designated areas at the train ends.
SNCF TER operates overnight train services.
When traveling domestically with SNCF TER within France, a passport is not typically required, but carrying a valid form of identification is advisable.
Small pets in carriers can travel for free on SNCF TER trains, while larger dogs require a paid ticket, and guide dogs travel free.
If your train with SNCF TER is canceled, you are entitled to a full refund.
SNCF TER generally offers refundable tickets for certain fare types, such as the Flex fare, which allows cancellations and changes before departure, subject to specific conditions and potential fees.
SNCF TER trains are equipped with USB plugs for passenger convenience.
Subway tickets cannot be purchased onboard SNCF TER trains.
SNCF TER does not offer compensation for delays caused by weather or strikes.
SNCF TER trains offer onboard WiFi, allowing passengers to stay connected during their journey.
SNCF TER offers quiet zones for passengers seeking a peaceful travel experience.
station information and services
Most popular SNCF TER train stations
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Fri: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sat: 10:00 - 18:00
Distance to city center
3 kmWifi
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION."
Dining
- Lazarus
- Naked
- Burger King
- Class'Croute
- Fred's
- La Croissanterie
- Maestro
- PAUL
- Picto
- Starbucks
Accessibility
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Hotel
- Hilton Paris Opera
- Grand Hotel Du Calvados
- Austin's Saint Lazare Hotel
Ticket Office
- Mon - Fri: 08:00 - 19:30
- Sat: 10:00 - 18:00
Information Desk
- Open daily from 05:00 to 01:15, located on the platform level facing Track 5.
Public transit options for Paris Gare Saint-Lazare
- Metro lines: 3, 9, 12, 13, 14
- Bus lines: 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29, 32, 42, 43, 66, 80, 94, 95, 528, RoissyB
- Train lines: TER, Intercités, Transilien J, Transilien L, RER E
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Avenue de la Costa.
Dining
- Le Louis XV - Alain Ducasse
- Café de Paris Monte-Carlo
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Hotel de Paris Monte-Carlo
- Fairmont Monte Carlo
- Hotel Hermitage Monte-Carlo
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for trains to France and Italy
Public transit options for Monaco-Monte Carlo
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: TER services to Nice and Ventimiglia
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
Wifi
- Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available throughout the station.
Dining
- Agora
- PAUL
- Sushi Side
- Factory Donuts
- Deli & Cia
Accessibility
- Level access from the entrance to the station, barrier-free toilets, magnetic induction loops. Assistance offered by Accès Plus to passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility, located in the central hall.
Hotel
- Hotel Trocadero
- Ibis Nice Centre Gare
- Hotel Belle Meuniere
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 08:30 - 15:30
Information Desk
- Located in the station main hall.
Public transit options for Nice Ville
- Bus lines: Ligne d'Azur
- Tram lines: 1
- Train lines: TGV, OUIGO, Intercités, TER PACA 3, TER PACA 4, TER PACA 5, TER PACA 6, Russian Railways
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free unlimited WiFi.
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 23:15. They are located near the station's reception desk.
Dining
- Alto Café
- Paul
- Paul The Café
- Starbucks
- Exki
- Sushi Shop
- Carrefour
Accessibility
- Complimentary personalized care is available.
Hotel
- Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon
- Mercure Lyon Center
- ibis Styles Lyon Center
Ticket Office
- Mon - Wed: 05:00 - 20:45
- Thu - Sat: 05:00 - 21:45
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:45
Information Desk
- Located in the station's main hall.
Public transit options for Lyon Part Dieu
- Metro lines: A, B, C, D
- Tram lines: T4, K240, T3, K100
- Bus lines: 2960, C2, C3, C6, C9
- Train lines: TGV, TGV Lyria, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER, Intercités, Eurostar, AVE
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
3 kmNumber of platforms
36Wifi
- Free
Lockers
- Luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance.
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 18 Rue de Dunkerque.
Dining
- Terminus Nord
- Chez Casimir
- Brasserie Terminus Nord
- McDonald’s
- Bonne Journeé
- Autogrill Grignotin
- Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
WC
- €0.70
Hotel
- Hotel Whistler
- Mercure Paris Gare du Nord
- Ibis Paris Gare du Nord
- Le Matissia
- OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30
Bike Parking
- 1200 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-19 for train to Lille, Brussels, Amsterdam, Cologne
- Hall 2: Eurostar check-in for train to London
- Hall 3: Eastern side concourse served by platform 20-21 & 30-36 used by TER & suburban trains
- Hall 4: leading to RER platform
Public transit options for Paris Gare du Nord
- Metro: Line 4, Line 5
- RER: Line B, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
SNCF TER destinations
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