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Is OUIGO any good?

The tickets are cheap, and there are no frills, but you get to where you're going on lovely high speed trains while enjoying the beautiful countryside. In terms of comfort, Ouigo is nowhere near as bad as a budget (or any) airline, though the experience is a bit more cramped than a standard high speed train ride.



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OUIGO is a low-cost rail service company established in 2013 as part of the SNCF group. Unlike the TGV INOUI service, OUIGO trains only have one class, which is equivalent to second-class travel. This is why OUIGO tickets are so cheap - from €10 for adults (depending on the destination) and €5 for children.

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Your destination, travel goals, and budget will all play a role in making the right decision. Renfe's AVE trains offer a premium experience with a wide range of destinations, while OUIGO Spain provides affordable prices and a straightforward ticketing system.

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Similar to TGV INOUI, OUIGO Grande Vitesse trains travel at 300 km/h, and even 320 km/h on some lines! It's the perfect way to comfortably enjoy the views while arriving at your destination quickly.

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What services are available on board the OUIGO Train Classique ? On board OUIGO Train Classique, passengers have access to basic amenities such as toilets and air-conditioning.

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Bring your own food & drink! Lo-cost Ouigo trains have had the cafe-bar removed and there is no catering whatsoever, even on a 6-hour run between Paris & Nice. So remember to bring your own food & drink - even wine or beer is fine.

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OUIGO is a low-cost, high-speed train service operating under the SNCF brand in France and Spain. OUIGO is a popular choice for train travel as it offers passengers long-distance journeys within the French and Spanish rail network, at some of the most competitive prices.

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A reservation is compulsory on all TGV and OUIGO trains as you have an assigned seat, just like on an airplane. Once you book your reservation, you're committed to a specific train on a set day and time.

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There are many reasons to love the Transcantabrico, one of Spain's top train journeys. With its elegant cars and luxurious amenities, the Transcantabrico, a popular tourist train in northern Spain, is like a 5-star hotel on wheels. For many, it's the perfect way to see some of Spain's most beautiful and varied scenery.

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According to the general conditions concerning baggage, at OUIGO, all passengers (whether adults or children, including babies) have two free luggage options: 2 pieces of hand luggage not exceeding 36 x 27 x 15 cm; 1 suitcase not exceeding 55 x 35 x 25 cm and 1 piece of hand luggage not exceeding 36 x 27 x 15 cm.

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Each passenger can bring one carry-on luggage with max. dimensions of 55cm x 35cm x 25cm that'll fit under your seat, plus a small handbag with max. dimensions of 36cm x 27cm x 15cm.

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OUIGO PLUS, a little extra for everyone You already know about the OUIGO ESSENTIAL package, the OUIGO ticket at the best price, which includes a hand luggage and a small cabin luggage. You can now add additional services to your OUIGO ticket. OUIGO PLUS includes all these services for only €9 more!

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The carry-on luggage must be placed under the passenger's seat. The hand luggage should be placed on the passenger's knees during the journey. Families with small children can bring their pushchairs without paying OUIGO extra luggage fees.

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To get a refund on your TGV INOUI, TER or INTERCITÉS train ticket (including travel outside France), contact the original seller. OUIGO tickets are non-refundable. In the event of a delay, disruption or cancellation, your carrier will contact you.

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With OUIGO's exclusive Fast Track option, you don't need to arrive 30 minutes early at the station anymore – you can board your train up to 5 minutes before departure.

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In November 2022, SNCF-owned Ouigo launched a new high-speed, low-cost route between Madrid and Valencia. From summer 2023 it will also run to Alicante. Tickets will initially be priced at €9 one-way with one suitcase, but will cost around €30 after the launch period.

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Most long distance trains have a restaurant café where you can buy snacks or a meal for your journey but if you do not feel for train food you can of course bring your own, even a bottle of wine if you want to really be in keeping with the French, as there are of course no rules against drinking wine and eating cheese ...

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