SNCF Senior Advantage Card
Discounts, benefits, rates, conditions: everything you need to know about the Senior Advantage Card
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News about the SNCF Senior Advantage Card
✍🏼 The Senior Advantage + Card changes its name
As part of its effort to simplify and make its range of Advantage Cards more accessible and appealing, SNCF has also revised and standardized the name of its cards.
Formerly called Carte Vermeil, then Senior Advantage + Card, this offer dedicated to seniors is now simply and clearly called the Senior Advantage Card, reflecting its focus on attractive discounts and ease of use for travelers aged 60 and over.
📆 The best way to buy your SNCF Senior Advantage Card cheaper
SNCF regularly offers attractive promotions on the Senior Advantage Card, allowing you to get it at half price!
During these special offers, the Senior Advantage Card is available for just €24.50 per year instead of €49 — an ideal opportunity to enjoy attractive discounts all year round at a reduced rate. Don't miss these chances to save money!
📉 SNCF lowers the price of the Senior Advantage Card
With the launch of its new range of Advantage Cards, including the Senior Advantage Card, SNCF has also lowered its price. This card is now offered at an annual price of €49, instead of €50 previously — a small reduction that's still appreciated by regular travelers.
Enjoy 30% off all year round with the Carte Avantage Senior
If you're 60 or over, the Carte Avantage Senior is made for you! It gives you a 30% discount on the price of your TGV INOUI, Intercités and TER tickets, both in France and across Europe, with no date or time restrictions.
Other discounts from the Carte Avantage Senior on TGV, Intercités and TER
In addition to the 30% discount on ticket prices, the Carte Avantage Senior gives you extra benefits on certain routes. Here's everything it lets you do.
Discounts on TGV
Enjoy a 30% discount on TGV INOUI, in first and second class, for stress-free travel.
Discounts on Intercités
The Carte Avantage Senior gives you access to a 30% discount on all Intercités services, in first and second class.
Discounts on TER
Enjoy a discount of up to 50% on TER with the Carte Avantage Senior, depending on the region. An ideal opportunity for even more economical journeys.
Travel in Europe with the Carte Avantage Senior
The Carte Avantage Senior also lets you enjoy a 30% discount on international journeys to Switzerland, Germany and Luxembourg, making travel outside France easier.
Other benefits of the Carte Avantage Senior SNCF
In addition to discounts on tickets, the Carte Avantage Senior gives you access to many other benefits, including for your loved ones.
60% discount for children
Travel with your grandchildren and enjoy 60% off for each child aged 4 to 11 (up to 3 children), provided you hold the Carte Avantage Senior.
Capped second class ticket prices
Another major benefit is the price cap. Whenever you book, tickets will not exceed the following amounts:
- €39 for journeys of less than 1h30
- €59 for journeys between 1h30 and 3h
- €79 for journeys of more than 3h
Last-minute deals
The Carte Avantage Senior also gives you access to “No Flex” last-minute deals on TGV and Intercités trains, in France and across Europe, for even better value journeys.
15% off SNCF services
Enjoy 15% off various SNCF services to make your journeys more enjoyable:
- 15% off AVIS car hire
- 15% off the SNCF luggage service
- 15% off food and drinks on board
- 15% off the Junior & Cie service (accompanying children on trains)
How the Carte Avantage Senior SNCF works
The Carte Avantage Senior is valid for a year from the date of purchase. Once added to your profile on the booking website, discounts are applied automatically when you book.
Popular destinations with the Carte Avantage Senior
Here are a few examples of highly popular routes with the Carte Avantage Senior — a source of inspiration for your next holiday:
- Paris-Montpellier: -30% on TGV INOUI
- Paris-Bordeaux: -30% on TGV INOUI
- Paris-Nice: -30% on TGV INOUI
- Paris-Lille: -30%
Using the Carte Avantage Senior SNCF on Tictactrip
To book with Tictactrip, select your journey, click on “1 passenger” at the top right, and enter your Carte Avantage Senior to get the discounts.
What's changed for your bookings with the Carte Avantage Senior
Since its launch in 2021, the Carte Avantage Senior has seen adjustments to booking terms to suit travellers' needs.
If you already hold the Carte Avantage Senior
Since 2019, if you already hold the card, you'll have received a letter detailing these changes and had the option to switch to the new Carte Avantage or request a refund.
If you don't yet have the Carte Avantage Senior
If you're planning to buy the Carte Avantage Senior, you'll benefit from the new terms applied since 2021, with no impact from earlier changes.
Eligibility conditions for the Carte Avantage Senior
To get the Carte Avantage Senior SNCF, you simply need to be at least 60 years old. This card is available to everyone, including non-French residents, and is collected at a station in France.
Promotional periods for the Carte Avantage Senior
The standard price of the Carte Avantage Senior is €49, but promotions can offer discounts of up to 50%, notably at the end of August and at other key times. During these periods, you can get the card for just €24.50.
FAQ for the SNCF Senior Advantage Card
đź’Ą When does my Senior Advantage Card expire?
The SNCF Senior Advantage Card is valid for one full year from its activation date, which usually corresponds to the purchase date. This period of validity gives you continuous access to attractive discounts and various perks on your train journeys, both in France and Europe.
It's important to note that to keep enjoying these benefits without interruption, it's recommended to renew your card before it expires. You can check your card's expiry date at any time via your SNCF online account or by checking the SNCF mobile app.
♻️ How do I renew the SNCF Senior Advantage Card?
To renew your SNCF Senior Advantage Card, the simplest method is to do it directly online on the SNCF website.
If you'd prefer another option, several alternatives are available to you:
- By phone, by calling 3635 (free service + cost of the call).
- By going to a train station or an SNCF shop. To find the nearest sales points, go to the SNCF website, in the "Schedules & Routes" tab, then "SNCF Shop & Kiosks".
đź‘› How do I buy the SNCF Senior Advantage Card?
You have several options for buying the Senior Advantage Card:
- At an SNCF ticket counter
- At an SNCF shop
- At an approved travel agency
- By phone, calling 3635 (free service + cost of the call)
- Online, directly on the SNCF website
đź’° How much does the Senior Advantage Card cost?
The Senior Advantage Card is offered at a price of €49 and is valid for one year from its activation date. It lets you enjoy exclusive benefits and discounts on your journeys throughout the year, in France and to certain European destinations.
🦹🏻‍♂️ What should I do if I lose my Senior Advantage Card?
If you lose your Senior Advantage Card, you need to go to an SNCF ticket counter or agency to report the loss to a staff member.
A duplicate of your card can be issued to you for a fee of €15. Please note that this duplicate is unique and cannot be replaced a second time in the event of another loss. So be sure to keep it safe to continue enjoying your benefits without interruption.
📱 How do I get a digital version of the SNCF Senior Advantage Card?
Making your SNCF Senior Advantage Card digital lets you have it as a barcode directly on your smartphone, as long as your card is still active.
This convenient solution removes the risk of forgetting your card during your trips! What's more, you no longer need an ID photo, as it's automatically saved in your personal account.
Here are the different ways to digitize your Senior Advantage Card:
- Online at moncompte.sncf.com, in the "Sign up for digitization" section.
- On the SNCF app for Android, in the "SNCF Loyalty Program" menu.
- On the SNCF app for iOS, in the "SNCF Loyalty Program" menu, then "Cards and Traveler Programs".
The history of the SNCF Senior Advantage Card
Originally launched in the 1990s under the name Carte Vermeil, then renamed Carte Senior +, the Senior Advantage Card was introduced by SNCF in June 2021. It is aimed at people aged 60 and over.
This card offers its holders numerous discounts on train tickets, with capped fares depending on distance, as well as various exclusive benefits. In just two years, more than a million cards have been sold, a testament to its success among seniors.
To help you better understand the benefits of the SNCF Senior Advantage Card, Tictactrip presents all the details: its price, its benefits, its conditions, and much more.
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