Ouigo - Unaccompanied child on board TGV trains, safety and documents

🚨 Does your child need to travel alone on a Ouigo train?

If so, it's a good idea to find out more, as this issue is handled very differently depending on the train company. With Ouigo, it's important to know the policy for children travelling alone, from what age and under what conditions, but above all at what price and with what safety guarantees for your child.

Our priority: making your Ouigo train journey the best travel experience possible.

But above all, before booking a Ouigo ticket, it's crucial to first check Ouigo timetables, fares and travel conditions.

Still have questions about travelling with Ouigo?

• Need to cancel or get a refund?
  Check out the page on Ouigo cancellations and refunds.
• Where can you go with Ouigo?
  Discover all the Ouigo train destinations!
• Which Ouigo luggage is accepted?
  Head to the page on Ouigo's luggage policy.
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• Which Ouigo luggage is accepted?
  Head to the page on Ouigo's luggage policy.
• Travelling with a pet?
  Find out more on the page dedicated to Ouigo pets.
• Got a bike?
  Visit the page to find out everything about the acceptance conditions for a Ouigo bike.
• Which stations does Ouigo serve?
  We've put together a map of Ouigo departure and arrival stations for you!
• How do you contact Ouigo customer service?
  Find out about Ouigo contact details.

Can a child travel alone on board OUIGO?

Unfortunately, there is no chaperone service for children under 12.

For this reason and for safety purposes, they cannot travel alone on OUIGO trains and must always be accompanied by an adult.

Ouigo child tickets

Train tickets for children under 3

With OUIGO, travelling with young children is both economical and convenient! Little ones benefit from a major perk: they can travel for free.

Indeed, children under 4 accompanied by their parents can travel for free, sitting on their parents' lap.

It's ideal for family trips across France, whether heading to the seaside, the mountains or visiting loved ones!

Train tickets for children over 3

Children aged 4 to 11 also benefit from attractive fares. Ticket prices are capped at €8 for most destinations, and €5 for journeys on OUIGO Train Classique.

Whether your child travels on your lap or has their own seat, they'll be comfortably settled in with their favourite toys or books.