Paris to Madrid train with TGV INOUI
4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Madrid
Cheapest price
€218
Average price
€238
Fastest journey
12 h 2 m
Average duration
18 h 6 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1052 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Madrid will cost around €238 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €218.
It's difficult to get from Paris to Madrid without transferring at least once.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Paris to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Paris to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 11h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg.
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€240 Average price | €613 Average price | €87 Average price Cheapest |
18h 0m Average duration 17h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 58m Average duration Fastest 11h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 18m Average duration 20h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.2 - 6.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Madrid
France
Spain
Distance 1052 km |
Average train duration 17h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €220 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 12h 2m |
First train 06:12 |
Last train 22:14 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI and Renfe-SNCF trains Paris to Madrid
You can travel by train between Paris and Madrid with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TGV INOUI and Renfe-SNCF for as low as €96. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
TGV INOUI is a high-speed train service operated by the French national railway company SNCF. It operates throughout France, connecting major cities such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Lille. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, and TGV Océane. The Duplex is a double-decker train with comfortable seating and plenty of legroom, while the Lyria is a high-speed train that connects France and Switzerland. The Océane is a regional train that connects Paris to the Atlantic coast. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of ticket types, including the Prem's ticket, which offers discounts for travelers who book in advance, and the Carte Jeune, which offers discounts for young travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for TGV INOUI are Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille. These routes offer travelers a convenient and comfortable way to travel between France's major cities.
Train information from Paris to Madrid with TGV INOUI:
- Average Duration: 14 h 31 min
- Cheapest Price: €287
- TGV INOUI frequency: 3 a day
Trains From Paris to Madrid: Journey Details
Trains offer a fast and convenient way to travel from Paris to Madrid. Passengers can make the journey in 10 hours in two stages. The first stage involves taking a high-speed double-decker TGV Duplex train from Paris to Barcelona Sants station. Direct Trains leave Paris Gare de Lyon first thing in the morning and then additionally in the early afternoon. This train passes along a scenic route and calls at Montpellier St Roche, Perpignan and Girona on a journey that takes around 6 hours and 25 minutes. Another option is to take an overnight train from Paris-Austerlitz Station to Barcelona which departs at 11:43 p.m. Passengers then switch to an AVE high-speed train for the 2.30 hour trip to Madrid. These trains depart every 30 minutes during peak periods.
Taking the Train from Paris
Trains From Paris to Madrid depart from hall 2 of the Gare de Lyon located on the River Seine's north bank in the east of the city. Gare de Lyon is on lines 1, 5 and 14 of the metro line allowing fast easy access from all over Paris and is also on the Regional Express Network commuter train line. The station is also very well served with RATP buses including several night routes. Bus stops can be found on with stops on nearby Boulevard Diderot and Rue de Bercy.
Getting into Madrid by Train
A place of grand boulevards, gardens and parks, stately squares, renowned museums and galleries, and a thriving nightlife and gastronomic scene, Madrid is one of Europe's great capitals with much to offer visitors. Trains from Paris arrive at Madrid Puerta de Atocha station. From here, passengers can continue on Cercanias Renfe (commuter trains) or the underground (Metro de Madrid) to various parts of the capital. Madrid is also home to an extensive bus network offering convenient access to all parts of the city.
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