SNCF Max YOUNG subscription for €79/month
Travel unlimited across France and Europe with the Max Jeune subscription
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Travel on a Budget with the SNCF MAX JEUNE Pass
The MAX JEUNE pass, launched in 2021 (formerly TGV Max), lets young people aged 16 to 27 travel for €0 on a selection of TGV INOUI, OUIGO Grande Vitesse and INTERCITÉS services, subject to availability.
Priced at €79/month, this pass is ideal for regular, flexible young travellers looking to explore France (and beyond) at a lower cost.
Free Journeys, Up to 6 Active Bookings
You can have up to 6 MAX journeys booked at once. Once confirmed, these tickets are valid at no extra cost. If unavailable, a 30% discount is automatically applied.
A Fixed, No-Surprise Price
The subscription is billed at €79 per month, with an initial 3-month commitment. No surcharges or booking fees are added to the monthly rate.
Which Trains and Destinations?
MAX tickets are valid on a selection of TGV INOUI and INTERCITÉS services (excluding TER and standard OUIGO). You can also travel to Luxembourg and Freiburg im Breisgau (Germany).
Bookings open 30 days before departure and are available right up to the train's departure time. It's essential to confirm your ticket in time to travel for free.
How Does the MAX JEUNE Pass Work?
Once subscribed, you get access to MAX PLANNER, a calendar showing you which trains are available for MAX journeys. You can use it to book, cancel or change your trips, as well as manage your subscription.
How to Subscribe?
- Sign up online on the SNCF Connect website
- Create a MAX account with your personal details
- Book your tickets via MAX PLANNER or your SNCF personal account
Which Trains Are Compatible?
TGV INOUI, OUIGO Grande Vitesse and INTERCITÉS services requiring a reservation. All journeys are in 2nd class. A reservation is mandatory to travel.
French Destinations
Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, Marseille, Strasbourg, Rennes, Nantes, Lille… and many other cities accessible with MAX JEUNE.
European Destinations
Travel for free to Luxembourg or Freiburg im Breisgau in Germany, subject to MAX availability.
Examples of €0 Journeys with MAX JEUNE
- Paris – Nantes
- Strasbourg – Luxembourg
- Marseille – Strasbourg
- Paris – Brest
Who Is MAX JEUNE For?
MAX JEUNE is designed for young people aged 16 to 27. No other conditions apply, but flexibility is key to getting the most out of it.
How to Check Availability?
Head to MAX PLANNER to see the €0 trains, up to 30 days in advance. Confirm your tickets by 17h the day before departure at the latest.
Cancellation
You can cancel after 3 months' commitment, with a €15 fee (waived after 12 months' subscription).
- Log in to your personal account
- Go to "Subscription"
- Select "Cancellation"
MAX JEUNE or Carte Avantage Jeune?
- Age: MAX (16–27), Avantage Jeune (12–27)
- Price: MAX = €79/month, Avantage = €49/year
- Discounts: MAX = €0 tickets, Avantage = -30% on all trains
- Flexibility: Avantage Jeune is more flexible for non-MAX journeys
- Commitment: MAX = 3-month commitment, Avantage = no commitment
Which Option Should You Choose?
MAX JEUNE is perfect if you travel often and can fit around MAX train times. The Carte Avantage is better if you travel less often or have more scheduling constraints.
How Much Does It Cost?
The MAX JEUNE subscription costs €79/month, with no sign-up fee. It renews automatically each month.
FAQ for the SNCF MAX JEUNE Subscription
❌ When does the Max Jeune subscription end?
The MAX JEUNE subscription is taken out for an initial period of 12 months from receipt of the confirmation email. It is then automatically renewed unless you choose to cancel it.
However, you can cancel your subscription after 3 months of commitment. A cancellation fee of €15 applies, unless you have already been subscribed for more than 12 months, in which case this fee is waived.
🚆 After how many trips is my Max Jeune subscription worth it?
The MAX JEUNE subscription pays for itself from a single round trip on a long-distance route. For the €79/month subscription to be worthwhile, you just need to make more than €79 worth of trips in a month — which is quickly reached if you travel regularly.
♻️ How do I renew my Max Jeune subscription?
If you are happy with your MAX JEUNE subscription, there's nothing to do: it renews automatically every month. On your 28th birthday, the subscription is cancelled automatically, with no action required on your part.
💰 Where can I buy my Max Jeune subscription?
Subscribing to the MAX JEUNE plan is done entirely online. Here are the steps to follow:
- Go to the official MAX JEUNE offer page on SNCF Connect.
- Click the "Subscribe" button.
- Create your MAX JEUNE account by providing the requested information (age, ID document, bank details...).
- Confirm payment of €79/month. The subscription renews automatically every month.
- Once subscribed, all you need to do is book your trips indicating that you hold a MAX JEUNE subscription.
The history of the MAX JEUNE subscription
Formerly called TGV Max, the SNCF MAX JEUNE subscription was launched in 2021 to let young people aged 16 to 27 travel more often for less.
For €79/month, it gives access to free 2nd class journeys on a selection of TGV INOUI, OUIGO Grande Vitesse and INTERCITÉS trains, within France and to a few nearby cities in Europe (Luxembourg and Freiburg im Breisgau).
An ideal deal if you travel regularly and are flexible with your schedule. Do bear in mind, however, that seats are limited, so it's best to book your tickets in advance.
Want to make the most of your trips with MAX JEUNE? Tictactrip helps you combine your trains with buses, shuttles and carpooling to easily reach any destination.
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