SNCF Opens Summer Train Ticket Sales for Domestic and International Routes
Starting March 12, travelers can book tickets for summer journeys, with early reservations offering significant savings and extended availability for select routes.
- SNCF will begin selling tickets on March 12 for travel between July 5 and August 31, with some routes available for booking through December 13.
- Early booking is recommended to secure lower prices, as dynamic pricing causes ticket costs to rise closer to departure dates.
- International routes, including destinations like Switzerland, Spain, Italy, and Germany, are now open for booking, with varying availability periods based on partnerships.
- The SNCF's pricing strategy, including dynamic yield management, aims to maximize revenue while balancing demand and supply constraints.
- The company's profitability requirements, driven by the French state, contribute to higher ticket prices compared to competitors like TrenItalia and Renfe.