Travel and transport

Travellers risk extra costs under new Eurotunnel ticket rule

Some fare options are less flexible and less forgiving of lateness

May will be difficult month for train travel in France, warns minister

Two major train unions are threatening to strike and are ‘not willing to negotiate’, he says

New ski night train will link Paris to the French Alps

The Travelski Night Express will begin service this December and start selling tickets in May

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Phased launch of EES border checks advances

France is making adaptations to Parafe e-gates to ease queues as long-delayed start approaches

Nice airport records passenger boom as tourists flock to city

Airport figures exceeded the pre-Covid record last year, with US visitors significant contributors

Flights to and from France not expected to be affected by Gatwick Easter strike

Travellers are still advised to check their flight details this weekend

People in France snubbing US travel, report travel agents

The political context, weak euro against the dollar, and border issues have all been blamed

90/180 days rule: Can visa-free days be used to enter France before start of visa?

Be wary of spending too much time in France or you may be seen as a tax resident

Travellers to the UK from France cannot bring in meat and dairy items amid disease fears

Britons bringing gifts of saucissons and cheese to family among those impacted by restrictions

Second union backs May train strikes in France

Travel on long weekend around May 8 holiday at risk over combined action

Ryanair launches four new routes from La Rochelle: London and Ireland included

Popular UK route flies five times per week

Italy’s state railway announces plans to compete with Eurostar on France-UK route

The Virgin group is also reviewing a service. In theory competition should lower ticket prices

New rules for British dual nationals entering UK: How are those in France affected?

Changes will take place due to the rollout of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)

Law to revamp public transport behaviour and penalties adopted in France

The bill is controversial for some, with critics saying it will invade people’s privacy and liberty

Paris - Milan trains resume circulation after rockfall stops route for 19 months

Up to 30 trains per day travelled through Maurienne Valley before landslide

France updates official advice for travellers to US

Recent decree requires travellers to hand over gender information

All about the new CDG Express, set to link Paris and CDG airport

The new service is scheduled to open in May 2027

Americans and non-Irish EU citizens travelling to UK from France must pay a higher fee

The ETA becomes mandatory for non-Irish EU citizens from April 2

Which French regional airports are faring well - and which are not

Most have seen a significant decline since the Covid-19 pandemic

Cheap flights to/from France at risk: Ryanair writes to French airports

Many French regional airports face an uncertain future as airlines react to new taxes on air travel

Customs: What allowances are there to take household items from France to UK?

Personal goods allowances change depending on how you arrive in the country

Six-week strike notice raised by major French rail union

Planned walkout covers Easter and May bank holidays

Ryanair to run new UK-Toulouse flight

It will be the second direct link between the south-west of France and England

Air France adjusts its summer flights programme for the USA

Paris to New York expected to see a significant increase in flights

UK passport fees set to rise: How much extra for Britons abroad?

The price changes will come into force from April 10

France-Scotland ferry project: Almost 80,000 travellers a year expected

Ferry link would bring £11 million in revenue for Scotland, MP claims

Flight cancellations and diversions to France as London Heathrow airport closes due to fire

Over 1,000 flights are affected. We look at what rights passengers have

Lock in flight prices one year in advance with this French app

‘Frozen’ tickets keep costs capped whilst allowing customers to benefit from cheaper rate if they fall

Easyjet announces new international flights from airport in western France

Budget airline is the largest to serve Nantes

New hybrid ferry to run on Normandy-Portsmouth route next month

New ship will reduce CO² emissions by around 15% per journey

I have overstayed the 90 day rule in France. What is going to happen?

Rules limit how long travellers can remain in EU without requiring a visa

Facial recognition set to replace passports for Britons travelling from France

High-tech cameras can match travellers faces to passport info to allow quicker re-entry

Flying in France: Ryanair to levy €100 charge for people arriving late for flights

Rules on boarding passes are also set to change in the coming months

Is it correct that a new London-Lyon Eurostar link is planned?

It is thought that a recent agreement could see the creation of more direct international train routes

Three new flight routes announced for south-west France including one to UK

Toulouse airport attempts to bounce back with easyJet withdrawal imminent

Nice to make public transport free to all under 11s from July 1

It is latest major city to offer free public transport to some – or all – passengers in France

Ryanair to withdraw from airport in north of France

The airline has threatened to cut services to 10 regional airports across France

TGV InOui, Ouigo, Intercités: tickets for French summer train travel open

Tickets are available up to December for certain popular locations… but does the early bird really get the best prices?

Photos: A look inside the new French TGV

A two-storey bar, better visibility of luggage and increased accessibility for disabled travellers are listed among the highlights

TGV: Trenitalia opens ticket sales from €27 for new Paris-Marseille route

The Italian operator has announced competitive prices for its summer journeys

Sail across the Atlantic on a cargo yacht from France

New transatlantic service takes around 15 days and will cost €2,000 to €3,000

World War Two bomb found at Gare du Nord: UK-France Eurostar services cancelled

All services in and out of the station have been halted

Change to Ryanair boarding process delayed to November 2025: French flights affected

Airline also encourages more people to use its app as part of digital shift

What is the best way to travel between London and Paris?

Comfort, price, journey length are all key factors in choosing the best option for yourself

Strikes at French ports to continue during March: List of dates

Ferry services may be affected if action stepped up

Nice mayor backtracks on banning large cruise ships

Plans welcomed by ecologists were heavily criticised by local businesses

Prosecutor investigates private parking companies near French airports

Some clients say their cars had been driven for up to 1,200 km whilst they were away and had been damaged

Port strike affects UK-France ferry crossings

Operators are warning of delays and cancellations especially between Dover and Calais

Eurostar to end summer service between the Netherlands and Belgium to south of France

Operator chooses to focus on core cities but will still run winter Alpine service

Low-cost airline to charge passengers extra tax on already booked French flights

Passengers will need to pay difference in cost or could be denied boarding

What is a Ghic card and does it work in France

Cards cover medical necessary health costs

Calais and Dunkirk ports strive for all-electric ferry-crossings

Battery-powered ships will recharge in less than 45 minutes

How to save money on train travel in France

If you are planning a trip, try these handy hints to ensure you get the best deals

EasyJet to stop two flight routes connecting Paris to major UK airports

Airline says it is concentrating on routes which are more popular

French regional airports’ anxious wait for Ryanair decision

The low-cost airline may withdraw from many of the 22 French airports it serves

South-west France airport suspected of paying illegal subsidies to Ryanair

An investigation claims the payments were allegedly made to keep the airline operational there

Photos: Monaco and two French Mediterranean jewels named as Best European Destinations

The three French-speaking destinations appeared in the 2025 top 20 rankings

Scotland-France ferry plan faces delays

Grant negotiations with Scottish government stall new ferry service aimed at boosting freight and passenger links between Rosyth and Dunkirk

American skier breaks leg in France and finds help by contacting emergency services… in the US

Smartwatch sent out location of accident to US centre who passed it to French Air Force

App to ease new EES border control checks is now ready - how it will work

EU Member States will be able to choose if they allow passengers to use the app to hand over certain information required in advance

Uber Ski connects French transport hubs to Alpine ski resorts

Prices are fixed with all vehicles able to carry snowsport equipment

New quicker way to prove identity and ticket for more train travel in France

Official app can create code that shows both ticket and ID information

New Bordeaux-Edinburgh flight route announced by easyJet

Flights will operate twice a week from the end of June

Germany to prolong France border checks

The ‘exceptional’ measures have been extended before key election

New London - Brest easyJet route announced for June

It is the second route between the two cities

What is the process if Brexit card holder’s passport is stamped by mistake?

Manual stamping of passports will soon be phased out

Repeat incivilities on public transport in France may soon be punishable by jail time

Offenders who spit, put their feet on seats or play music too loud are targetted by new proposal

Air France customers can now buy train tickets using air miles

Expansion of ‘Train+Air’ scheme sees vouchers of up to €100 available

Breaking: Nationwide computer failure affects local trains in France

Delays are worst in south-east and around Paris

Inquiry gives its support to Nice airport expansion, recommends environmental checks

The airport wants to increase capacity to over 18 million – currently around 14.5 million – and is constructing a 25,000m² extension to one of its terminals

Passenger exits plane by emergency slide as aircraft taxies on Paris airport runway

The man was intercepted by transport police and other passengers were evacuated from the plane

CONFIRMED: Major road connecting ski stations in French Alps will reopen today after rockfall

Authorities feared up to 15 hours of traffic build up if road was not opened before school holidays began

Bordeaux changes streetlight hours to improve public safety

Cutting back the hours streetlights were on at night has saved council over €1 million since 2023

Port of Dover expects new EU border controls to be in place by November 2025

UK authorities are working on assumption that measures will be phased in over six-month period

Travel and transport

Travellers risk extra costs under new Eurotunnel ticket rule

May will be difficult month for train travel in France, warns minister

New ski night train will link Paris to the French Alps

Phased launch of EES border checks advances

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Measures to increase tax on well-off retirees under consideration for 2026 French budget

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May will be difficult month for train travel in France, warns minister

Larousse dictionary adds 150 new French words - which ones do you know?

Nice airport records passenger boom as tourists flock to city

Flights to and from France not expected to be affected by Gatwick Easter strike

People in France snubbing US travel, report travel agents

90/180 days rule: Can visa-free days be used to enter France before start of visa?

Travellers to the UK from France cannot bring in meat and dairy items amid disease fears

Second union backs May train strikes in France

Ryanair launches four new routes from La Rochelle: London and Ireland included

Italy’s state railway announces plans to compete with Eurostar on France-UK route

New rules for British dual nationals entering UK: How are those in France affected?

Law to revamp public transport behaviour and penalties adopted in France

Call for French train strike in May, just before many take long weekend

French innovation leads development of electric planes

High demand for relaunch of Ryanair’s London - France route

Paris - Milan trains resume circulation after rockfall stops route for 19 months

Second runway at Bordeaux airport likely to be renovated not closed

Try a different way to cross UK-France the Channel - a sailing catamaran ferry

Forgetting luggage on French transport can land you a hefty fine

Ryanair chief outlines flight reduction plan for France

Ryanair launches programme to enable passengers in France to save on frequent travel

France updates official advice for travellers to US

All about the new CDG Express, set to link Paris and CDG airport

Americans and non-Irish EU citizens travelling to UK from France must pay a higher fee

Which French regional airports are faring well - and which are not

Cheap flights to/from France at risk: Ryanair writes to French airports

Customs: What allowances are there to take household items from France to UK?

Six-week strike notice raised by major French rail union

Ryanair to run new UK-Toulouse flight

Air France adjusts its summer flights programme for the USA

UK passport fees set to rise: How much extra for Britons abroad?

France-Scotland ferry project: Almost 80,000 travellers a year expected

Flight cancellations and diversions to France as London Heathrow airport closes due to fire

Lock in flight prices one year in advance with this French app

Easyjet announces new international flights from airport in western France

New hybrid ferry to run on Normandy-Portsmouth route next month

I have overstayed the 90 day rule in France. What is going to happen?

Facial recognition set to replace passports for Britons travelling from France

Flying in France: Ryanair to levy €100 charge for people arriving late for flights

Is it correct that a new London-Lyon Eurostar link is planned?

Three new flight routes announced for south-west France including one to UK

Nice to make public transport free to all under 11s from July 1

Ryanair to withdraw from airport in north of France

TGV InOui, Ouigo, Intercités: tickets for French summer train travel open

Photos: A look inside the new French TGV

TGV: Trenitalia opens ticket sales from €27 for new Paris-Marseille route

Sail across the Atlantic on a cargo yacht from France

World War Two bomb found at Gare du Nord: UK-France Eurostar services cancelled

Change to Ryanair boarding process delayed to November 2025: French flights affected

What is the best way to travel between London and Paris?

Strikes at French ports to continue during March: List of dates

Nice mayor backtracks on banning large cruise ships

Prosecutor investigates private parking companies near French airports

Port strike affects UK-France ferry crossings

Eurostar to end summer service between the Netherlands and Belgium to south of France

Low-cost airline to charge passengers extra tax on already booked French flights

What is a Ghic card and does it work in France

Calais and Dunkirk ports strive for all-electric ferry-crossings

How to save money on train travel in France

EasyJet to stop two flight routes connecting Paris to major UK airports

French regional airports’ anxious wait for Ryanair decision

More trains and routes linking UK to France (and other European countries) expected under new agreement

South-west France airport suspected of paying illegal subsidies to Ryanair

Photos: Monaco and two French Mediterranean jewels named as Best European Destinations

Scotland-France ferry plan faces delays

American skier breaks leg in France and finds help by contacting emergency services… in the US

App to ease new EES border control checks is now ready - how it will work

Uber Ski connects French transport hubs to Alpine ski resorts

New quicker way to prove identity and ticket for more train travel in France