How far in advance can I book a train across France?

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Q It might be too early, but I am going to Marseilles and Nice for the Rugby World Cup in September. When is the earliest I can book a train from Paris to the south?

David E

A Eurostar, commendably, allows bookings almost 11 months (actually 330 days) ahead. So you can comfortably book your London-Paris trip now and lock into a reasonable fare.