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Ouigo Expands Fleet and Network in Major Growth Push

SNCF's low-cost rail service plans 12 new trainsets, enhanced passenger amenities, and new routes to double ridership by 2030.

La création de l’Espace Relax au centre de la rame permet aux voyageurs de se dégourdir les jambes, de s’informer ou de profiter d’animations ponctuelles.
La première rame "Oxygène", destinée à remplacer les Intercités Corail, présentée le 24 avril 2025 à Villeneuve Saint-Georges, près de Paris
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Toutes les places des nouvelles rames Ouigo sont dotées d’une prise électrique et d’un port USB.

Overview

  • Ouigo will expand its fleet from 38 to 50 trainsets by 2027, aiming to serve 33 million passengers annually by 2030, up from 25 million currently.
  • The new trainsets will feature electrical outlets and USB ports at every seat, increased baggage space, bike hooks, and ecological innovations like heat-limiting windows.
  • Ouigo plans to launch a ParisHendaye line and add a third daily ParisRennes return service by the end of 2025, with further network expansions under consideration.
  • The upgraded trains will seat 653 passengers, offer improved design and comfort, and include accessibility enhancements for passengers with disabilities.
  • Ouigo aims to capture 30% of SNCF Voyageurs’ high-speed market share and expand its low-cost model internationally, building on existing operations in Spain and development efforts in Italy.