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From the age of 12, it is possible to opt for the Carte Avantage de la SNCF in order to obtain the best possible price on train tickets.

These reduction cards are adapted to each profile, in order to meet the different needs of users, but also their travel desires.

Discounts on SNCF tickets with the Carte Avantage

Displayed at a single rate of €49/year, it allows, in each of these cases, to obtain -30% on journeys at the Prem's, Second and First fare, and the full Second and First fare for trains with compulsory reservation (TGV INOUI and Intercités).

This reduction is also valid on the “Normal” fare for Intercités trains without compulsory reservation.

The Avantage Card also allows you to benefit from capped fares on 2nd class tickets, namely:

  • €39 for journeys of less than 1h30;

  • €59 for journeys between 1h30 and 3h;

  • €79 for trips over 3 hours.

Finally, it allows you to obtain the exchange and the free reimbursement of your tickets up to 3 days before departure.

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The different profiles of the Advantage Card

The Advantage Card is available in 3 profiles:

  • The Youth Advantage Card for 12-27 year olds: in addition to the previous reductions, this card offers -60% on tickets for 3 accompanying children aged 4 to 11;

  • The Adult Advantage Card for 27-59 year olds: the exclusive advantage of this card is to allow a companion over 12 years of age to benefit from a 30% reduction;

  • The Senior Advantage Card for over 60s: as for 12-27 year olds, the card allows you to get 60% off tickets for 3 accompanying children aged 4 to 11 per trip.

Regardless of your profile, the Avantage Card offers other financial benefits, such as a 15% discount on the Junior & Cie service and on-board catering services, as well as on My Avis Rental and My Baggage.

Finally, TER tickets for certain regions (Brittany, AURA, PACA, Normandy, Pays de la Loire, Hauts de France, Grand Est and Center Val de Loire) are offered at reduced prices, with reductions ranging from -25% to - 50%.

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The other cards and subscriptions to be found on SNCF Connect

SNCF adapts to all user needs by offering cards and subscriptions with multiple advantages.

Among these offers, find in particular: 

  • The Carte Liberté at €399/year, or €379 with the Pro Contract, offering reductions of up to 60% on business trips and leisure trips;

  • MAX JEUNE and MAX SENIOR subscriptions at €79/month, to obtain tickets at €0;

  • MAX ACTIVE and MAX ACTIVE + subscriptions, to obtain between 250 and 450 reservations at 0€;

  • The National Weekly or Monthly 1st class or 2nd class pass to obtain all tickets at a maximum of €1.50;

  • The Interrail Global Pass to travel through 33 countries and 40,000 destinations, or the One Country Pass to explore a country by train using participating European rail networks at will.

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With SNCF, each profile is different, as are mobility needs and desires.

Thus, the Carte Avantage and the other cards or subscriptions allow you to travel quickly at advantageous rates thanks to the numerous reductions.

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