Traveling on an Intercités train with your pet

🚨 Planning to travel on an Intercités train with your pet?

Find all the essential information here: transport conditions, fares, steps to book a ticket, required documents and tips to make sure the journey goes as smoothly as possible.

Our goal: to help you calmly prepare your Intercités train journey, for you and your four-legged companion.

Before buying your ticket, take a look at Intercités train ticket prices.

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🐾 Types of animals allowed

Pets (dogs, cats, small rodents, birds…) can travel on Intercités under certain conditions:

• Small animals (under 6 kg): must travel in a closed container (bag or carrier) with maximum dimensions of 45 × 30 × 25 cm, placed on your lap or at your feet.
• Large animals (over 6 kg): must be kept on a lead and wear a muzzle for the whole journey.

💰 Pricing

Transporting animals is not free on Intercités:

💡 This fare applies per train. If your journey involves several connections, an animal ticket is required for each train taken.

📋 Transport conditions

• Carriers and containers: must be closed, well ventilated and suited to the animal's comfort.
• Lead and muzzle: mandatory for dogs over 6 kg.
• Placement: the animal must not disturb other travellers or occupy a seat.

📄 Required documents

• Up-to-date health record (vaccinations, notably rabies).
• European pet passport: mandatory for international travel within the EU.

🚫 Restrictions and limitations

• Number of animals: maximum 2 per traveller.
• Guide dogs: travel free of charge, without a muzzle, and are not subject to the same restrictions.

🧳 Practical tips

• Take your pet for a walk before departure.
• Bring water and a little food for long journeys.
• Bring a blanket or cushion for their comfort.

❓ FAQ

Which dogs must wear a muzzle? All dogs over 6 kg.

Are animals allowed in first class? Yes, under the same conditions as second class.

Maximum dimensions of a carrier? 45 × 30 × 25 cm.