Paris to Madrid train
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Fastest train times from Paris to Madrid
Fastest Journey
4 h 36 m
Average
4 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1052 km
Of the 1 trains that leave Paris for Madrid every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Paris to Madrid
 | Distance | 1052 km |
 | Average train duration | 4 h 36 min |
 | Average train ticket price | €102 (€102) |
 | Train frequency | 2 a day |
 | Direct train | No |
 | Train providers | TGV inOui |
Trains from Paris to Madrid cover the 1052 km long journey taking on average 4 h 36 min with our travel partners like TGV inOui. Normally, there are 2 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around €102, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as €59. Travellers depart most frequently from Paris Gare de Lyon and arrive in Madrid-Puerta de Atocha.
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.
Travel Tips: Trains from Paris to Madrid
Travel between Paris, France and Madrid, Spain by train is: Unrestricted.
Can I enter Spain from France?
International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of France
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Spain from Paris?
Conditions of entry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Madrid, Spain?
All travellers in Spain must observe these coronavirus safety measures:
- Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask: Mandatory
The information above was last checked on 11/17/22. Remember to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train between Paris and Madrid as this information can change.
The current restriction level for your return trip by train from Madrid to Paris is: Unrestricted
Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to France from Spain?
Reentry to France is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Spain
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in France from Madrid?
What are the entry requirements?
- There are no current restrictions
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: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
- Face mask: Recommended
Last verified on 11/6/22. We do our best to keep this information up to date, but regulations can change so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your Madrid to Paris train here.
When departing from Paris, you have various train station options to start your route from including Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare du Nord and Paris Gare de l'Est. When arriving in Madrid, you can end your journey in train stations like Madrid-Puerta de Atocha, Madrid Chamartín and Madrid Méndez Alvaro.
Omio customers book a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha most frequently for this route.
The most popular departure train station with passengers for this journey, called Paris Gare de Lyon, is located 1.7 miles (2.7 km) from the city centre of Paris.
The most popular arrival train station, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha, is located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre of Madrid.
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Madrid
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Bus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 72, 77, 91
Train lines: TGV, RER A, RER D, Transilien R
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: 65, 26, 43
Train lines: RER B, D, E
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 46, 54, 56, 91
Train lines: RER B, TGV, TGV/ICE, TER, Intercités, OUIGO, Transilien, Russian Railways
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, 29, 32, 42, 43, 66, 80, 94, 95, 528, RoissyB
Train lines: TER, Intercités, Transilien J, Transilien L, RER E
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: 24, 87, N32, N35
Train lines: TER, Intercités
WifiLockersParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBus lines: 24, 57, 61, 63, 89, 91, 215
Train lines: TER Centre-Val de Loire, Intercités, Intercités de Nuit, Transilien, RER C
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