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    Travel by night

    Are you planning to travel at night with INTERCITÉS? From the preparation of your journey to your night on board, find out about the options and services available on board.
    Updated on 8 September 20253-minute read

    Tickets for INTERCITÉS night trains can be purchased online, from a self-service kiosk, at a station or in a shop*.

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    Travel in First Class Sleeper, Second Class Sleeper or Seated Seat

    Couchette 1ère classe - INTERCITÉS

    First class sleeper

    Cabins are made up of four comfortable berths: 2 lower, 2 upper, which you can request when booking.

    Each berth is equipped with a pillow, a comforter, a travel kit (including a refreshing wipe, tissues, a toothpaste tablet, a night mask and ear plugs) and a bottle of water.

    Couchette 2de classe - INTERCITÉS

    Second-class berths

    Cabins are organized into six comfortable berths: 2 lower, 2 middle and 2 upper, which you can request when booking.

    Each berth is equipped with a pillow, a comforter, a travel kit (including a refreshing wipe, tissues, a toothpaste tablet, a night mask and ear plugs) and a bottle of water.

    2de Place assise - INTERCITÉS

    Second-class seating

    Travel in a car with insulated window seats or side-by-side duo seating.

    Seats feature a footrest and adjustable headrest. Personal nightlights allow you to read, work and rest while respecting the peace and quiet of other passengers.

    Your travel options

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    Reserved space for women

    Ideal for a trip with complete peace of mind1, this free service is available by ticking "espace dame seule" when reserving your berth. These compartments are exclusively reserved for women (or with children under 12) and are located in the car closest to the conductor's area.

    Private space

    Enjoy a cocoon of peace and quiet on board INTERCITÉS night trains. Whether you're traveling with your family or on business, our private areas offer you comfort, privacy and serenity. A soothing setting in which to work, relax or simply sleep, out of sight.

    Services for your comfort on board

    • Animals on board

      Pets are allowed in the car. This paid service must be booked at the same time as your train ticket. Pets are not allowed in couchettes, but are permitted in private areas (free service).

    • Transporting your bike

      You can take your bike with you, unfolded and undismantled. Access to this area is very limited, and must be reserved at the same time as your train ticket (chargeable service).

      Espace vélo - INTERCITÉS
    • Book your meal

      You can pre-order your dinner or breakfast online. OurNos Territoires Gourmands catering offer features local, quality products.

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      Restauration - INTERCITÉS
    • Onboard catering

      In addition, sweet and savory treats, cold and hot drinks are available in the service car for a fee.

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      Restauration - INTERCITÉS
    • Outlets and WiFi

      Individual or shared electrical outlets and WiFi are available for free access.

      Prises individuelles et Wifi à bord - INTERCITÉS
    • Availability of on-board personnel

      The on-board attendant ensures the cleanliness of the train throughout the journey. You can ask the on-board staff for a personalized wake-up call.

    • Shower in station

      Shower facilities are available free of charge on arrival at Paris-Austerlitz and Toulouse-Matabiau stations for customers travelling in First Class couchette2.

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    Travel light

    With INTERCITÉS de nuit, travel light with Mes bagages. We take care of your baggage from your place of departure to the address of your choice3.

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    * Sales and information in SNCF stations and stores, on self-service terminals, by telephone on 3635 (free service + call charge), at SNCF-approved travel agencies.

    1/ Service available subject to availability.

    2/ These shower areas are equipped with a body/hair shower gel dispenser, hairdryer, towel and toilet/WC.

    Access our Shower Service at Paris-Austerlitz and Toulouse-Matabiau stations. In the morning, what could be nicer than a good shower?

    To get the day off to a good start, 6 individual, high-comfort, PRM-accessible 7 m2 shower areas are available at Paris-Austerlitz station, and 4 at Toulouse-Matabiau station.

    To access them, simply present your 1st class sleeper ticket at reception. This free service is included in the price of your INTERCITÉS ticket for all our night trains.

    Which night train lines are concerned?

    Paris-Austerlitz station, our night trains from the provinces all terminate at Paris-Austerlitz, all lines benefit from the service on arrival.

    Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau, the Paris - Toulouse line which benefits from the Shower Service.

    When you get off your train at Paris-Austerlitz

    • Where to find us
      • Our Shower Service is located next to the Paris-Austerlitz luggage lockers, just a few meters from the stop on tracks 4 and 5.
    • What is it?
      • A shared waiting area with sofas, armchairs, chairs, high tables and electrical outlets.
    • When is it available?
      • Before July1 and after August 31:
        • 6.15 a.m. to 9.50 a.m. (Monday to Thursday) ;
        • 6.15 a.m. to 10.35 a.m. (Friday);
        • 6.20 a.m. to 9.30 a.m. (weekends).
      • From July1to August 31: daily from 6.40 a.m. to 9.25 a.m.

    When you get off your train at Toulouse-Matabiau

    • Where to find us
      • Our Shower Service is located in the INTERCITÉS night lounge, hall 1 (arrival), near the service area, a few meters from the cab rank.
    • What is it?
      • It consists of a shared waiting area with comfortable armchairs and electrical sockets. A host or hostess will welcome you,
    • When?
      • Saturday to Monday from 7.15am to 9.15am;
      • Tuesday to Friday from 6.45am to 8.45am.

    3/ The service only transports luggage to and from mainland France, with the exception of the islands of Ré, Noirmoutier and Oléron, which are accessible by road.

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