There currently are a variety of options to travel by night train from Paris (France) to Cerbère (France), taking between approximately 12 and 13 hours: Namely the INTERCITES DE NUIT n° 5737 and the INTERCITES DE NUIT n° 5741. These lines are operated by SNCF.

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SNCF

The National Company of the French Railways (SNCF) operates a handful of lines throughout continental France.

What types of carriages are available on SNCF night trains?

In their night trains, they typically offer two types of carriages: seats and couchettes, with the latter available in first and second class.

How are the couchette carriages arranged?

In the couchette carriages, you travel in 4-person compartments (first class) or 6-person compartments (second class). The berths are simply designed in both classes and are about 1.9 meters long.

Are there private compartments?

Yes, it's possible to reserve an entire couchette compartment as a private compartment. This can also be done for a group.

What's the difference between first and second class in couchette carriages?

In first class, only four people share a compartment, the berths are wider, and travelers have access to station showers in Paris and Toulouse. Second class accommodates six people per compartment and allows bicycles to be brought for an additional fee of 10 euros – a plus for cyclists.

What about food and amenities?

There is no dining car on board the Intercités de Nuit. It's recommended to bring your own food or eat in Paris before departure. It's possible to pre-order food and drinks. In first class, a small breakfast is offered. Each passenger receives a 'night kit' with a refreshing towelette, dental cleaning tablet, sleep mask, earplugs, and a small bottle of water.

For the next 7 dates with connections, the cheapest offer starts at 61 EUR. Check our connection pages below for all availabilities!

Next available offers

Sun, 10.05.2026

from 102 EUR

Sun, 17.05.2026

from 61 EUR

Fri, 22.05.2026

from 170 EUR

Mon, 25.05.2026

from 80 EUR

Fri, 29.05.2026

from 102 EUR

Sun, 31.05.2026

from 85 EUR

Fri, 05.06.2026

from 127 EUR