SNCF Intercités 1st class for just €23

SNCF Intercités 1st class between Paris and Toulouse for just €23!
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Date of Travel: 23 July 2020
Class of Travel: 1st Class
Rolling Stock: BB 26000 locomotive + Corail coaches
Cost of Ticket: €23 (£20.79, $27.11)*
Origin: Gare d'Austerlitz, Paris, France
Destination: Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau, France
*Currency conversions correct as of 09/08/2020
Menu: www.restaurati...

[@DylansTravelReports]

If you noticed some parts of the video sounded a bit "off" this is due to a camera fault. New equipment has now been bought although a few of my upcoming videos may also sound a bit strange. Apologies for this.

[@gclarkbloomfield8848]

... sooo appreciate Dylan's approach...subtitles providing contextual info, but no endless prattle so common on social platforms...this allows for a sensory experience....from the sparrows inside the terminal building, to the background conversations, brake/wheel chatter allowing your own perceptions sway... merci, Dylan ....

[@DylansTravelReports]

De rien! Glad you like the videos 😁

[@physiocrat7143]

Concur.

[@louislegrand2865]

Thanks, Dylan! I am delighted that you made this trip in broad daylight !!! Toulouse, the city where I am a student. I know the station by heart. I love the sound of the Corails, they are unique. I will soon take one to go to college. It goes very well with your video "Intercités de Nuit". These Corail just lack a real bar rather than an itinerant catering service. Good train!

[@DylansTravelReports]

I agree, a proper bar service wouldn't go amiss.

[@LondonRiderAri]

Nice video! This is probably one of the best first class seats, and all for £20. The best experience I had so far when travelling was probably that time I used LOT Polish Airlines from Warsaw Chopin to Heathrow T2. The seat did offer a good amount of comfort and I was offered a complimentary snack midflight.

[@kepc9083]

What a pleasant trip! The train was very nice. I can imagine enjoying the 6+ hour trip in that comfortable seat. Those bucolic views reminded me of certain parts of California in late spring. It is odd and unfortunate that first class passengers don’t receive complimentary food during the trip. I would need to eat more than a snack during a trip that lasts over 6 hours. I suppose passengers need to bring food if they want to avoid pricey cart snacks. Dylan, thanks again for a wonderful virtual experience. Enjoy your weekend! 🌻

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks! I think the reason they don't offer complimentary food and drink in 1st class is because it often doesn't cost much more than 2nd class.

[@gingerginger999]

Another enjoyable train trip. I always look forward to the "Dylan wave", here @09:38

[@DylansTravelReports]

Glad you enjoyed 😁

[@1970jel]

Love your trip to Toulouse, just imagining where I would go to after visiting Toulouse, Carcassonne would be my favorite. The price of 23 euros (about 20 US dollars) first class for about 675 kilometers (420miles), you can't expect food too, I think. 💺🛤️🚆

[@edwinleslie1330]

AGAIN..... EXCELLENT. As I intend traveling around Europe and UK... (UK to see family and friends) by train, your channel is an inspiration and information. Terrific. Thanks! 😉

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks!

[@benjamintery7847]

I was waiting for this video ! Awesome !😁

[@pega17pl]

(5:05) I remember the massive old 1st class seats. These were type grandma's wing chair in which one you sank and didn't want to get up again. Maybe the seats in the video are just as comfortable. - Greetings, Heinz

[@imemyself78]

Nice one Dylan ! It’s a shame you couldn’t take a glimpse to Limoges-Bénédictins’ station, the Art Déco architecture is quite marvellous ! Nice to see those Corail sets still running, such some nice souvenirs on it ;)

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks! I'll have to check that out 😀

[@tim.bird.london]

Another fine report, thanks for including the bike storage facilities.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Glad you enjoyed it 😁

[@Steve-xf4uv]

It was nice to see a real first class seat when you buy a first class ticket ! As there is single seating in 2nd class as well, the only thing you really get for the extra money is the seat so it better be good, and it was. Thanks for showing the engine again, I really enjoy seeing the different types of locomotives which are all very different from North American.

[@DylansTravelReports]

I agree although, I'm not too sure how easy/difficult it would be to get a single seat in 2nd class. Also, all the solo seats in 2nd class are table seats so less privacy.

[@lindapark8467]

Great informative video. I’m a 70+ female who will be traveling alone Paris to Toulouse next May. It looks like the train trip will be easy and considerably cheaper than flying.

[@eddie_d1233]

Dylan, another enjoyable ride with you. The seat looks fantastic. I would like to offer you a suggestion...could you please provide a route map. It would be nice to see where we are heading. Thanks!

[@DylansTravelReports]

It's something I'm looking into but copyright is proving to be an issue.

[@stevecooksley]

I think if I wasn't in a hurry I'd get this over the TGV just to see the countryside. There are so many noise barriers on high speed lines you don't get to see much. I'd definitely bring a food hamper mind!

[@DylansTravelReports]

I agree.

[@robgraham5697]

I do love those old stone buildings. Reminds me of Quebec City which is a bit of France here in Canada.

[@christopherhunter2892]

I can remember travelling in one of these Corail coaches in 1978. I was 18 and had travelled to Spain on Inter rail. Returning, we hopped onto one of these at the border and thought that this cannot be right as they were so nice. Very sophisticated interiors for the time designed by Roger Tallon. I have travelled on the refurbished ones from Montpellier to Bordeaux and first class was very nice . I like the original seating layout which makes for a more interesting interior.. Comfort is something the French normally do very well. One just has to compare the old Eurostar trains built by Alstom compared to the newer, rather clinical ones manufactured by Siemens.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Some of these coaches still have the original interiors and my goodness they have stood the test of time. Very comfortable trains and it'll be a sad day when they bow out.

[@raytheron]

How I envy you, Dylan! But it is fantastic to be able to travel far and wide courtesy of your videos. Mmmm I like how you're often lucky enough to have something delectable ahead of you on platforms ;-)

[@massivley]

Another good video you’ve done never get bored of watching them

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks 😁

[@aidansuttie4101]

Another great video Dylan! Look forward to the next one on Monday! Keep up the great work

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks Suttie! Will do.

[@holnrew]

That looks like a great way to travel. If I ever get to France I'd be as excited to try this as I would the TGV I think. It's good old fashioned rail travel

[@pmichael73]

Great video! First class carriages are in the middle of the train to minimise the distance to walk to the barrier regardless which end the engine is. It saves reconfiguring the consist.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Ah I see. Thanks for the info!

[@ajmalshah797]

Marvelous journey and Excellent coverage. Nice to see every one wearing mask. God bless you.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks 😁

[@alexmcwhirter6602]

Thanks Dylan for an interesting and beautiful video. I am glad you filmed the conventional train as others would have opted for the TGV which wouldn't have been so interesting. Competition on this route would be AF's La Navette (shuttle) which would be far more expensive.

[@anthonywarrener1881]

I really enjoyed this video. I completely agree that the first class seats in Corail stock are hard to beat !

[@DylansTravelReports]

Glad you enjoyed! Especially the ex-Teoz stock.

[@bernardrenard6760]

Thanks for this beautiful journey....

[@gab_v250]

15:49 and for that reason, SNCF is getting back on classic Corail wagons for classic routes (Paris-Lyon-Marseille, Paris-Toulouse, Paris-Bourdeaux etc...) To give a cheaper alternative to TGV

[@remicardona_poly]

Looks like you missed the Aérotrain test track, it's a few km north of Orléans/Les Aubrais and runs for about 18kms. And your seat was on the best side to see it! It's a pretty cool sight in an otherwise boring part of the French countryside (Beauce is France's Great Plains…) Cool video!

[@DylansTravelReports]

I think I saw it but for some reason left it out. Maybe my footage of it wasn't the best.

[@rezaalan3991]

Despite i love HST, but this loco-haulage train must be exist forever, because this train serving passengers who didn't in rush, passengers who didn't afford TGV fare because expensive, passenger who live outside TGV station.

[@MissouriMatt54]

Thank you for the video.

[@markswishereatsstuff2500]

You fast forwarded and passed the best thing about this vid.

[@eddie_d1233]

I notice that too!

[@lamontcranston4436]

Such a great service, the ride quality rally is fantastic!

[@marcelindupoint5617]

Une bonne vidéo un moment cette ligne était équipée de 1er dont les fauteuils étaient en cuir et je crois que la rame s'appelait teoz uniquement sur Paris Toulouse mais comme toujours tu as l'art de nous faire voyager tu es l'ambassadeur du ferroviaire et des excursion dans le monde

[@DylansTravelReports]

Merci beaucoup pour vos mots gentilé 😁

[@alexandralayneur]

Thanks for the video! I always love watching these videos, seeing the trains and everything 💖 But only 23€?! To do a Montelimar - Grenoble (which is barely 2 hours...), it cost already 28€.... In second class!!!! Yourr trip is so cheap 💕

[@RalphHammett]

This channel has grew so much this year!!! WELL DONE DYLAN! I’m a big fan

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks 😁

[@etbadaboum]

Austerlitz will grow in the future for sure but the TGV will come to the station only if the infamous POCL (Paris-Orléans-Clermont Ferrand) LGV, as a second line towards France's south east, will be built. I think it will because the Paris-Lyon LGV will get at some point congested (though frequency can still be increased) but we're probably talking of 2040 at least! No timeline has been provided though provisions have been made.

[@lorijohnston4311]

Looks like a super comfy first class ride, Dylan. I love all the small details, from the tablet holder to the extra large tray table. Did the trolley service scene remind anyone else of Harry Potter and the Hogwarts Express? Okay, just me? Love the quick glimpses of Paris and the scenes of the French countryside. Cannot wait until our borders open up again. Thanks, as always, for the video, Dylan! See you on Monday!

[@DylansTravelReports]

See you Monday 😁

[@physiocrat7143]

Some of the nicest stock anywhere, but pity the some of the seats are misaligned to the windows. Pity it will not be around much longer.

[@narayanmontreal4320]

I lived 14 years in Paris without ever having been in this station. Thank you for this report, the seats have really comfortable, even in economy (second class). Are they new or refurbished wagons? it looks in good condition. thank you again from quebec

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks! Yes, these are refurbished coaches. Ex Téoz stock I believe.

[@DanielsUKT]

Great video the loco train interior does look really good and the scenery out on the French countryside 👍

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks!

[@maureendesquitado3606]

Hi Dylan I enjoyed the video!! France is beautiful!!!!

[@DylansTravelReports]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@quarryfield]

Very enjoyable video as always Dylan.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks!

[@eduardo700b]

Thanks for the nice trip.

[@Kassi614]

1:40 You did it again Dylan! LOL. Are you making this a running gag? If so, please continue. Hahaha.

[@sweyne6710]

Sensationnel...La belle derriere

[@Spookieham]

Magnifque!!

[@kivbraga]

Thank you. Great video! I'm about to take this journey in November 2022 with my elderly father. Is there a restaurant or a cafè inside? Thank you

[@jayadevdeva3998]

You are so lucky to travel more and more...stay safe...

[@memyvideos]

Muralidhar from India. I became regular watcher of your videos. Even I watched some of 1Yrs video😎. But mesmerized European Train Transportation. If you do for Bus would love to see❤️

[@DylansTravelReports]

Glad you're enjoying the videos. Maybe I'll do a bus some day.

[@penninetrains1398]

Another excellent video trip report Dylan. Those Corail carriages were much noisier than usual.....I wonder if it was the old enemy - flat wheels?

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks! Corail coaches tend to be quite noisy in my experience.

[@kyliecloud1999]

Glad to see everyone wearing masks, I can’t believe how early you have to wake up for these videos!

[@andysedgley]

It depends entirely on where you happen to be in the world, they're popping up on KZbin at my bedtime 😂

[@DylansTravelReports]

I try not to get a train before 9am but if there's a good deal to be had, you can count me in anytime of the day.

[@FromtheWindowSeat]

Looks like.a wonderfully comfortable way to travel through the French countryside. :)

[@johnmarshall9346]

Very enjoyable as always

[@DylansTravelReports]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bullieboi]

Thanks for the report!!! Did the trolley serve your car to? Or was it only for the compartment car?

[@stephaneveron408]

You can also book your meal in advance on a dedicated website, but the catering company surprised me badly a few times. 3 or 4 levels of subsidiary companies, employees being left alone with food stock not corresponding to the actual menu or preorders... I even saw an employee on a night train buying food and drinks with his own money at Austerlitz station before the start of my night train because he's been given the wrong trolley...

[@judithcatlett8518]

Thanks for taking me outside for a view of the façade. They don't make them like they use too. Just glass and steel now. The three seaters may be for a family with one child? If this is the wrong place to ask this question, don't feel pressured to. What made you decide to start a KZbin channel about trains? See you Monday.

[@christianbeaufet2091]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/a6ayf6V4aciIf7M

[@DylansTravelReports]

I think my main reason for starting a KZbin channel (mainly) focusing on trains is down to the fact that it's both a fantastic way to travel and there weren't many people running this sort of channel when I had the idea.

[@jimmenycricket4598]

Although it wasn't particularly apparent in the video, what did you think to the predominantly pale yellow wall panels in the 1st class coach? These are the same refurbished Corail coaches that SNCF use on trains between Paris Bercy and Clermont Ferrand

[@christianbeaufet2091]

It's the 4th refurbishing ,yes Paris Bercy- Clermond ferrand also and Marseille Bordeaux.

[@jimmenycricket4598]

@@christianbeaufet2091 Travelling from Vichy to Paris Bercy in September 2019 the train still had the original Corail interior although the seats had been reupholstered in velour type cloth rather than the original mock leather/plastic covered seats! That was certainly not up to Intercites standard

[@littad7128]

Great video. Love it.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thank you!

[@roundandroundmyworld]

At 14:56 you said you would link the food service menu, but I can't find where you've hidden the link.

[@DylansTravelReports]

I've just added it. My bad 😅

[@theobrattinga500]

Great video !!

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks!

[@Ananara22]

Thankyou Dylan always enjoy your insight and very useful info for future travel... Do you know what kind of train has purple lounges as I remember them and thought they looked incredible when I was there 2011 It was a service from Lille to St -Omer...Blessings from Tasmania the other side of Earth ha

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks! I'm not sure what trains they would have been. Probably some sort of TER.

[@jaimeo.2782]

Nice!! I love SNCF

[@andrewdales8136]

Another great video Dylan. I did think the platform level at the station of origin was not as grand as I expected. But why oh why do you need to keeping tapping things lol not hygienic at all. Take care and keep safe.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks! Don't worry, I use hand sanitiser after both the seat and train tours these days.

[@tigertie7701]

Great video very relaxing. I've personally never been in a train station before and I was wondering how do you get into one side of the train without crossing the tracks? There seem to be multiple platforms. Thanks for the knowledge ☺️!

[@DylansTravelReports]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@tigertie7701]

@@natewp thank you 😆😀

[@albertweir5070]

another superb vidio mate . Hey when are you comming to Australia we do have some nice stuff hhere ill make sure that the kangaroos dont bite ya cheers g

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks! I'd love to come back to Australia having visited a few years ago. Hopefully once the world sorts itself out.

[@Baphomet-J.-Moon-Fetus]

Your videos are wonderful. I have neither the confidence or the finance to travel as much as I would like. Your videos open otherwise closed doorts.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Glad to hear you're enjoying the videos 😁

[@etbadaboum]

Starting from 2023 to 2025, this line (with the Paris-Clermont Ferrand too) will get new trains, the CAF Confort200.

[@Wenel]

Thanks for this french report Corails is our French Royce 😁

[@scottlarson1548]

Now *that* was a crowded train.

[@pradiniviciana]

Can I buy the tickets in station? Or should I buy online? Thx.

[@vadym15058]

Very good! 👍👍👍

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thank you 👍

[@ShereeR99]

Re the cost of food and drinks. As the first-class ticket only cost 23€ for an almost 6-hour trip, I guess they have to make their money somehow. The is an incredibly cheap ride.

[@tomg8518]

Dylan, I have not seen any provisions on any of your videos so far about those of us who are wheelchair bond. Do they not have that on European trains????

[@DylansTravelReports]

Yes they do. Generally speaking, you need to book assistance (usually hour(s) in advance) and there is usually an accessible coach.

[@ShereeR99]

Surprised how many people there were on the train. In other countries, trains are almost empty and people are staying at home. I know it is the end of the holiday season but so many people, even in Europe stayed at home this year.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Yes in France, the trains were pretty much back to normal (at least from what I experienced.)

[@ShereeR99]

@@DylansTravelReports Interesting now the virus rate is rising again in France www.euronews.com/2020/08/24/are-french-holidaymakers-behind-a-spike-in-covid-19-cases ( I am in Spain) Love the Train reports, Keep safe on your travels:).

[@albertweir5070]

hey there nice train very noisy i dont think id like to travel overnight i wouldnt sleep nice sceenery enjoy cheers mate

[@ewen_6431]

No TGV are planned at Austerlitz. Just terminus of RER C.

[@DylansTravelReports]

That's not what I had gathered. Austerlitz is taking on some of Montparnasse's and Gare de Lyon's TGV services.

[@brettsinclair3550]

Hi there. I am Your new subscriber. Greetings to all. Brett Sinclair.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks for subbing!

[@Richie92191]

I wish you hadn't fast forwarded at 1:52 the view was rather good at that point.

[@andysedgley]

5:35 Ladies and gentlemen, please fasten your safety belts.... ...and off we go!

[@matiasscr3643]

How many hours was the travel time? It’s definitely a bargain for $25 for first class in a considerable long ride, not even a bus costs that..

[@vijaysonawane8431]

Very very nice love from india

[@Crepello100]

Lovely loco + corail coaches, a real train! But I thought they were being replaced now. I hope not but does anyone know? Also, I know this line was 200kph in the past but some other videos suggest it's now 160kph. Is that true? Great video anyway, as always.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Someone else did say it might have only been 160km/h but I always thought this line was 200km/h so it could be either I guess.

[@Abluemoon9112]

That is crazy value. In the State I can get gas for mu crazy and that is it.

[@colin.d]

Is it just the UK that offers complimentary refreshments in First Class long-haul journeys?

[@mb-yc6wh]

I think so. Although often the difference in price between first sie second class doesn't justify a complimentary meal, at least in Germany and France. How high is the price difference in the uk usually

[@DJTrainBrain]

Eurostar and Thalys also do free meals in first class.

[@mb-yc6wh]

@TheRenaissanceman65 although i do agree, they could at least Serve a complimentary Softdrink or coffee

[@colin.d]

@@mb-yc6wh The UK First Class tickets can be really expensive, even Advance purchased with a Railcard, so I guess the meal makes it seem slightly better.

[@roundandroundmyworld]

VIA Rail Canada normally offers an excellent full hot meal with multiple choices of main courses, free drinks before the meal, and free wine with the meal, in their first class product which they call "Business Class." The Business Class service has not been offered since March due to the pandemic, but will be relaunched on Sept. 1 with a "modified" meal service. Looking forward to seeing what this will be like.

[@warmachineuk]

The trolley, rather than the buffet car, is the only lost marks as far I'm concerned. GWR IETs do the same and I regard it as a step down in terms of service compared to the older HSTs, even if it means more seats.

[@DylansTravelReports]

I believe you can walk up to the caterer's office at anytime to ask for stuff from the trolley but I agree that it's a shame that there's no buffet car.

[@natrajarts6746]

Nice trip.

[@TheMarkos1982]

Either that part of the video at 1:56 was speeded up or I've had too much Ibuprofen...

[@DylansTravelReports]

Oh don't worry, it was sped up 😅

[@eddieimmortalkingofuniverse]

How far did you pay € 23?

[@duncansmith44]

Very good price. Can't see the menu link though...

[@DylansTravelReports]

I knew there was one video I'd forgotten to add it to so thanks for letting me know! That's it added now 😁

[@edwinleslie1330]

Ps... A good idea that eddie d had about a map of the route.

[@rvijayraghavan9645]

Wonderful Compilation

[@memyvideos]

Even buildings before 1950 construction are heavily strong. Now a days building like touch screen by just collapse

[@dave1001]

Pity train travel in Britain is so expensive compared to France

[@DylansTravelReports]

No necessarily. I've known there to be good deals in Britain as well.

[@johannesbols57]

OMFG! The seat appears to be designed BY human beings FOR human beings! I can only hope other train seat manufacturers follow this unusual concept (lol). Seriously, I sometimes wonder if the local prison system didn't brainstorm seat ideas at monthly parole hearings for habitual offenders or something...

[@kikibzh4262]

Nice report. The Paris Toulouse line was the "flag line" of the SNCF, where the first trains at 200 kmh were operating during the 60s. The train was called "Capitole", had a red livery. Journey time was 6h00. An historical locomotive is preserved at the train museum in Mulhouse. From 1991 the TGV via Bordeaux was faster, just 5h35, now only 4h30. Ouigo budget TGV are operating some services every day. New trains set have been order for this line, they will be built by the Spanish CAF. In 1982 a terrorist attak (left extremist terrorists) on this line make 5 deaths and 28 injurys. Just a last thing: i dun heard of TGV in Paris Austerlitz station in the future. But already now, when Montparnasse station is closed (it happend a few times recently) TGV to south west are diverted in Austerlitz.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks for the info!

[@brunoglopes]

2:22 did you just cut in line? Lol

[@DylansTravelReports]

Snooze ya loose 🤷‍♂️

[@jusquicitoutvabien777]

J'adore la France !

[@sebastienvoyer4376]

Avant il y avait le capitole iuc et après il y avait le capitole en train grand confort avec des cc 6500 ! Bien plus puissant que les locomotive de maintenant.... La sont des corail ex. TEOZ

[@uk1922]

Some times it's good to travel a little slower.

[@DylansTravelReports]

I agree 😁

[@ophelievictoriablaudez7599]

Ah, Toulouse Matabiau... so many good moments there 😊 I miss there. And again good video! I like it! Although you were quite lucky, as the Intercité was on time. The problem with SNCF are frequent delays, frequent strikes or unexpected trains suppression as they have the reputation throughout France for being a bunch of overpaid lazy arses and old faulty trains still on tracks that breakdown when you are on the middle of your journey. Also, frequently with Intercité I was travelling with weird people (junkies for instance) and aggressions are quite frequent into trains. And when a train suddenly break down, you have to find an alternative route to end your journey. So, yes, from personal experience I wouldn’t recommend Intercité. TGV is maybe a bit more expensive, but it’s a safer option.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Oh believe me, I've experienced SNCF at its worse as well. When it's good, it's good but when it's bad, it's bad alright!

[@gooner72]

I must say, these fantastic European rail travel experiences put us to shame..... they really do. We need a major rethink on rail travel in Great Britain and we need to bring ourselves up to this standard. Maybe Brexit will give us the opportunity to finally get where we need to be.... no travel pun intended.

[@dalebeck5898]

Stay behind the chick in the white 🤣🤣