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What’s the difference between TGV and TGV Inoui?

Train TGV inOui de la SNCF à quai, prêt pour le départ, photographié en gare au crépuscule. Le modèle 4707 arbore le logo inOui, symbole du service grande vitesse premium en France.

Some time ago, I had an appointment with a customer at the TGV station in Aix-en-Provence, who asked me what the difference was between a TGV and a TGV inOui. This pertinent question prompted me to explain to you today that there isn’t one. In fact, SNCF has renamed TGV and called it TGV inOui for commercial purposes. This makes it possible to differentiate the Premium offer operated by TGV inOui and the cheap offer proposed by Ouigo.

Which is better, Ouigo or Inoui?

Ouigo trains are less expensive because they carry more passengers. In general, they can carry up to 1,260 people, compared with 1,000 on inOui TGVs. You should also be aware that Ouigo trains don’t have a buffet bar. So it’s important to think about taking snacks before boarding the train, either at the Aix-en-Provence SNCF station, or by anticipating your purchases before you get to the station.