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Know your train’s composition

In the station and during your journey

To help you travel with peace of mind, we provide information about your train from the moment you book your ticket until the day of departure.

Easily find your way on your travel day

 On the day of your trip, you should not waste time in the station looking for your train or coach. Everything should be simple and seamless before and during your journey.
 
With the train composition feature, you can easily find your position on the platform. Once on board, enjoy all the services available to you.

Worth knowing

How does it work?
 
This feature appears when you check your trip details on the day of departure (in the "Tickets" section), when you search for a train by number, or when you look up an itinerary. On the day of departure, the following information is available:
 
  • The composition of your TGV, TER or Transilien / RER train (train type, number of trainsets, number of coaches, direction of travel…) and onboard services (accessibility, power outlets, Wi-Fi, bike spaces, air conditioning…)
  • Information on the total theoretical capacity of your train.
  • Train length (short, medium or long) for most TER and Transilien / RER trains to help you position yourself better on the platform.
  • A realistic preview of the train so you can easily recognize it at the station.
  • A platform marker for some high-speed trains to help you quickly locate your coach.

Tutorial: How to Get Information About Your Train

In this video, you’ll find everything you need to stay informed about your journey:

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