Does France have good public transportation?

France has an extensive network of fast trains (called TGV), intercity trains (Intercités), and regional services connecting smaller cities and towns. If you live in the neighboring countries, international trains are also a good and fast way to visit the main cities in France.



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Switzerland is often cited as the best European country in terms of public transport.

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Public transport Several French cities (Paris, of course, but also Lyon, Marseille, Toulouse, Lille, Nice, Rennes etc) have their own Métro or tram system, and every town around the country has a reasonably extensive bus network.

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1. Switzerland. Tucked inside the small but incredibly beautiful country of Switzerland is one of the most efficient and scenic rail networks in the world.

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  • Morocco: From Marrakech to Er-Rachidia.
  • United States: From New York to San Francisco.
  • England: From Davistock to Dawlish.
  • Nepal: From KATMANDU to POKHARA.
  • Australia : From GEELONG to APOLLO BAY.
  • Brazil: from Rio de Janeiro to Lima.


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Public transport in Tallinn has been free since 2013; a political decision taken to help ease the cost-of-living for citizens. Environmental motivations were secondary, but as more and more places seek to decarbonise in this way, the European pioneer has become an unexpected trailblazer.

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And after being crowned European Green Capital 2023, Tallinn is far from resting on its laurels so far as clean transport and other aspects of urban life go. Here's what it's making possible. Europe's richest country made public transport free: Could other countries do the same?

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Rail and air travel are the safest modes per distance travelled, followed by bus. The passengers of trains, bus/coach and planes within the EU have the lowest fatality risk per passenger kilometre.

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Metro in Paris extra tips The metro in Paris is great for getting around, but there are many stairs and long hallways. Choose another mode of transport if you have a lot of luggage or a stroller. You will most likely have to transfer trains to get from A to B.

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Trains are a great way to get around in France. You can get from pretty much anywhere to anywhere else by train. For long distances, use the TGV (Train à Grande Vitesse, or High-speed train) on which reservations are obligatory. But if you have time, take the slow train and enjoy the scenery.

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Yes, tap water in Paris is perfectly safe to drink and is readily available wherever you go, even at public water fountains. As long as taps aren't labeled eau non potable—meaning “not for drinking” in French—everything else is potable. In fact, drinking water from the fountains of Paris has been encouraged.

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Tipping in France is not mandatory. Even though it is always appreciated, it's up to the customers to decide if they want to tip or not. Unlike other countries, the price of the service is included in the total cost of the bill. You will never be asked to tip, but it's common to leave one if the service was good.

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Parking in the city. Parking in Paris is rarely easy and can often be quite a headache. To park your car, you have the choice between parking on the street or in an underground car park, between the cheaper peripheral “arrondissements” or the city centre.

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It probably comes as no surprise that in a global 2019 survey of railroad efficiency, the top two places went to Japan and Hong Kong, with scores of 6.8 and 6.5 (out of seven) respectively.

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On 29 February 2020, Luxembourg became the first country in the world to make all public transport in the country (buses, trams, and trains) free to use.

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The Volvo 9900, Volvo Buses' premium coach, received two prestigious awards at the international Busworld show in Brussels. Facing tough competition from eight rivals, the Volvo 9900 was voted both safest and best coach all categories in the Busworld Awards 2019 competition.

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