SNCF strike information
Last updated: Friday 16th February 2024
February 2024 train strikes
A strike has been announced and will take place between Thursday 15th February at 8:00 PM and Monday 19th February at 8:00 AM. This could impact your train travel with SNCF and other companies. Read on for more info.
I'm travelling today — how do I check if my train is running?
Travelling today? Find out how to check if your train is impacted by SNCF strikes below.
Live train information
SNCF shows real-time train information, so you can find out everything you need to know about your SNCF train trip.
What are the exchange and refund conditions?
You'll find information below about the exchange and refund conditions of SNCF train tickets during strike days. These depend on the type of strike and the announcements made by SNCF.
Exchange and refund conditions
The exchange and refund conditions are different depending on the region and will apply as follows:
TGV INOUI and INTERCITES trains
TGV INOUI and INTERCITES trains will be severely disrupted from Thursday 15th February at 8:00 PM until Monday 19th February at 8:00 AM.
One train out of every two is expected to run.
Tickets are exchangeable and refundable free of charge via Trainline, if you request an exchange or refund before or after your original train is scheduled to depart.
Eurostar trains
Eurostar trains will be affected by strike action from Thursday 15th February at 8:00 PM until Monday 19th February at 8:00 AM. Some trains between London and Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam will be cancelled. For updates on whether your train is running, please check on the Eurostar website.
Tickets for affected journeys are exchangeable and refundable free of charge via Trainline. You must request an exchange or refund before the scheduled departure of your original train.
The following trains have been cancelled:
Friday 16th February:
- Eurostar 9024 from London St Pancras International to Paris Gare du Nord (departing 12:31, and arriving 16:01)
- Eurostar 9054 from London St Pancras International to Paris Gare du Nord (departing at 20:01 and arriving at 23:23)
- Eurostar 9019 from Paris Gare du Nord to London St Pancras (departing 10:11, and arriving 11:30)
- Eurostar 9047 from Paris Gare du Nord to London St Pancras (departing 17:12, and arriving 18:30)
- Eurostar 9051 from Paris Gare du Nord to London St Pancras (departing 18:12, and arriving 19:30)
- Eurostar 9114 from London St Pancras to Amsterdam Centraal (departing at 08:16 and arriving at 13:15)
- Eurostar 9132 from London St Pancras International to Bruxelles Midi (departing at 13:01 and arriving at 16:06)
- Eurostar 9113 from Bruxelles Midi to London St Pancras (departing 07:56, and arriving 08:57)
- Eurostar 9157 from Amsterdam Centraal to London St Pancras (departing 16:45, and arriving 19:47)
Saturday 17th February:
- Eurostar 9006 from London St Pancras International to Paris Gare du Nord (departing at 7:31 and arriving at 10:59)
- Eurostar 9054 from London St Pancras International to Paris Gare du Nord (departing at 20:01 and arriving at 23:23)
- Eurostar 9047 from Paris Gare du Nord to London St Pancras (departing 17:12, arriving 18:30)
- Eurostar 9116 from London St Pancras International to Bruxelles Midi (departing at 9:01 and arriving at 12:05)
- Eurostar 9148 from London St Pancras International to Bruxelles Midi (departing 17:04, arriving 20:05)
- Eurostar 9141 from Bruxelles Midi to London St Pancras (departing 14:52, arriving 15:57)
- Eurostar 9149 from Bruxelles Midi to London St Pancras (departing 16:59, arriving 17:57)
Sunday 18th February:
- Eurostar 9024 from London St Pancras International to Paris Gare du Nord (departing 12:31, arriving 16:01)
- Eurostar 9044 from London St Pancras International to Paris Gare du Nord (departing at 17:04 and arriving at 20:35)
- Eurostar 9019 from Paris Gare du Nord to London St Pancras (departing 10:11, arriving 11:30)
- Eurostar 9114 from London St Pancras to Amsterdam Centraal (departing at 08:16 and arriving at 13:15)
- Eurostar 9132 from London St Pancras International to Bruxelles Midi (departing at 13:01 and arriving at 16:06)
- Eurostar 9117 from Bruxelles Midi to London St Pancras (departing 08:51, arriving 09:57)
- Eurostar 9157 from Amsterdam Centraal to London St Pancras (departing 16:45, arriving 19:47)
Monday 19th February:
- Eurostar 9116 from London St Pancras International to Bruxelles Midi (departing at 9:01 and arriving at 12:05)
TER trains
TER trains may be disrupted from Thursday 15th February at 8:00 PM until Monday 19th February at 8:00 AM.
All information on exchanges, refunds and cancelled trains can be found directly on your TER regional website. If your train is cancelled, you must request a refund the day before your original train was scheduled to run.
Information about which trains will be running can be found on your TER regional website from 5:00 PM the day before the trains are scheduled to run.
OUIGO trains
High-speed OUIGO trains will be severely disrupted from Thursday 15th February at 8:00 PM until Monday 19th February at 8:00 AM.
One OUIGO train out of every two is expected to run.
OUIGO Classique trains are not impacted by the strike action.
For all requests for exchanges or refunds, you should contact OUIGO directly.
For more information and to check if your train is running, please check directly on the OUIGO site.
Trenitalia trains
For all requests for exchanges or refunds, you should contact Trenitalia directly.
Frecciarossa trains are currently running as scheduled.
TGV Europe Trains
DB-SNCF, TGV Lyria, TGV France - Italy, TGV France - Spain, TGV France - Brussels, TGV France - Luxembourg and TGV Paris - Fribourg
TGV EUROPE trains will be severely disrupted from Thursday 15th February at 8:00 PM until Monday 19th February at 8:00 AM.
Tickets are exchangeable and refundable free of charge via Trainline. You must request an exchange or refund before the original departure of your train.
You can find details of cancelled trains between France and Switzerland on the TGV Lyria website.
France train strike survival guide
Here's everything you need to know if you plan on travelling while the strikes are taking place.
When are the SNCF strikes?
The latest SNCF strike will take place between Thursday 15th February 2024 at 8:00 PM until Monday 19th February 2024 at 8:00 AM.
Will my train journey be affected?
TGV INOUI, OUIGO and TER trains may be impacted, as well as Eurostar trains and TGV Lyria trains between France and Switzerland. You can use our Live Train Times checker above to view real-time information.
What you'll see when you search for trains
When a train has been cancelled because of the strikes, we will display results as 'cancelled'. Not every service is affected so some trains will still be running - which you're free to book.
Sometimes we will also display cancelled trains as 'train fully booked'. It's the best we can do in some instances!
We'll continually update this page with the latest information on the strikes, so be sure to check back regularly.
Take the bus instead of the train
If you absolutely need to travel, we offer bus tickets as well. Take a look at our long-distance bus routes – a coach could save the day!
By taking the bus, you can easily reach France’s main cities, as well as some remote places not served by air and rail networks. Today, most bus companies offer similar comforts to SNCF trains, like WiFi, power outlets and reclining seats.
Where do I find more information about buses in France?
Luckily, we’ve got a helpful page explaining where you can go in France by bus. You can book your bus tickets directly on the page.
What about buses in Europe?
Learn more about bus travel in mainland Europe using our handy guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are SNCF strikes happening?
The next SNCF strike takes place from 15th February to 19th February 2024.