Madrid to Paris train

Travel by train between Madrid, Spain and Paris, France is: Partially open.

Is international entry into Paris from Madrid restricted?

International entry is allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Spain

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in France from Madrid?

Entry Requirements:

• Travellers must present a negative COVID-19 test as either a RT-PCR performed within 72 hours prior to arrival, or an Antigen test performed within 48 hours prior to arrival
• Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
• Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test (certificate needed)
• Health declaration required

What are the safety rules to follow in Paris, France?

The government of France has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

• Physical distance required: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
• Face mask required: Recommended

The above information was last checked on 7/1/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train between Madrid and Paris closer to your date of departure here.

The restriction level for your return train to Madrid, Spain from Paris is: Fully open.

Is my return train into Madrid from Paris restricted?

International entry is allowed for: Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of France

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Spain from Paris?

Conditions of reentry:

• Specific entry restrictions may apply for travel to Spain: Canary Islands

What are the safety rules to follow in Madrid, Spain?

The government of Spain has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

• Social distancing required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
• Face mask required: Mandatory

Last checked on 7/1/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Madrid from Paris closer to your date of departure here.

You should expect to travel around 652 miles (1052 km)  to Paris from Madrid by train.

The train time to Paris from Madrid is on average 15 h 11 min  for the 652 miles (1052 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Madrid and Paris by train can vary depending on specific dates or travelling on weekends and holidays.

When departing from Madrid, you have various train station options to start your route from including Madrid-Puerta de Atocha, Madrid Chamartín and Madrid Méndez Alvaro. When arriving in Paris, you can end your route in train stations like Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare du Nord and Paris Gare de l'Est.

Omio customers book a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha   to Paris Gare de Lyon   most frequently for this route.

The most popular departure train station with passengers for this route, called Madrid-Puerta de Atocha, is located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) from the city centre of Madrid.

The most popular arrival train station, Paris Gare de Lyon, is located 1.9 miles (3.1 km) away from the city centre of Paris.

When taking a train from Madrid to Paris, you can count on Renfe AVE for the best way to get you to Paris. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Madrid and Paris and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

The average number of trains departing Madrid for Paris is 1 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.

The first train from Madrid to Paris leaves at 09: 30   and the last train for this leaves at 20: 40. Omio shows you the latest train from Madrid to Paris times to help you book the best departure time for this trip.