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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 €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €53.
Distance: 1052 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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€226 Average price | €370 Average price | €66 Average price Cheapest |
9h 13m Average total duration 8h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration Fastest 5h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 42m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.2 - 6.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Why should you book Paris to Madrid trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs TGV INOUI?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TGV INOUI, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | Intercités de nuit or SNCF to find the best option for your trip from Paris to Madrid.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Paris to Madrid
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Trains from Paris to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €207 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 1052 km distance in 12h 2m.
Distance 1052 km |
Average train duration 8h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €207 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 12h 2m |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF from Paris to Madrid trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF trains will get you between Paris and Madrid from €30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.
FAQs: Trains from Paris to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Madrid by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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