Observers of ancient France state that the primary method of transport in France was sailing through the rivers Rhone, Seine and Loire. This was the means of conveyance used for trade until the Romans developed roads throughout the region where modern France exists. After the network of roads was in place, trade increased exponentially, as it proved to be a good way of transporting goods to French sea ports, such as Bordeaux, Nantes and others. These ports could be accessed more conveniently than in earlier times. The light railway system, or Tram, was introduced during the first half of the nineteenth century for domestic transportation.

Modern France has the most efficient and safe transportation system in place. The different modes of transport in France include but are not limited to the railways, express roads, air traveling system, extensive marine transport and a modernized tram system. France has more that 475 airports, making domestic and foreign travel simple and convenient. The Republic’s official air travel carrier is Air France. Every major city has international airports. Some of the cities that boast international airports include Paris, Bordeaux, Lyon, Marseille, Nice and Toulouse. Out of these air traffic hubs, Charles de Gaulle International Airport in the capital is considered the busiest. Apart from the international airlines, there is a well developed domestic airliner in place, which expedites travel within French borders considerably, and is a key element of domestic transport in France.

The second significant mode of transport in France is the railway network. By train, it is possible to travel not only within France, but also to all neighboring countries except Andorra. Within France, the train system is highly developed; more than 12000 kilometers of track has been laid to date, and this could increase in coming years. Trains a Grande Vitesse (TGV), the world famous national railway service, a has network of lines across the state. It is one of the fastest and most efficient means of transport in France, traveling at speeds of up to 180 miles per hour. It also offers discounts to students and regular travelers. Apart from the TGV, there are also other companies that provide rail service in France.

The roads in France meet international standards, with all roads having a toll pay system. This is one of the reasons that the roads are maintained throughout the year. France is the only country in the Europe that tops the use of roads with billions of cars moving around the country. France has a network of over a million kilometers of roads spread across its region.