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The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Madrid

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

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

Cheap tickets

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.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Paris to Madrid without transferring at least once.

TGV inOui
10:11AM12h02
Paris
10:13PMMadrid
2181One-way
2 transfers
TGV inOui
06:47PM19h04
Paris
01:51PMMadrid
2181One-way
2 transfers
TGV inOui
12:11PM21h42
Paris
09:53AMMadrid
2211One-way
3 transfers
SNCF
08:09PM19h36
Paris
03:45PMMadrid
2951One-way
1 transfer

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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€240

Average price

€613

Average price

€87

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Cheapest

18h 0m

Average duration

17h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

14h 58m

Average duration

Fastest

11h 58m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

21h 18m

Average duration

20h 48m

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30m

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0.3 - 0.9kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

3.2 - 6.3kg

CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.6kg

CO2 emissions

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Paris to Madrid?

The best time to book your train from Paris to Madrid is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Paris to Madrid route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Paris to Madrid per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Paris to Madrid.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Paris to Madrid

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Trains from Paris to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €220 but you can travel from only €34 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €34
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
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €34

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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