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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Madrid
Cheapest price
£161
Average price
£193
Fastest journey
10 h 35 m
Average duration
12 h 16 m
Trains per day
12
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Madrid will cost around £193 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £161.
To travel from Paris to Madrid you need to make at least one change.
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033106:4217h02Paris Gare de Lyon23:44Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£1611One-way1 change- 9711+
065706:4214h00Paris Gare de Lyon20:42Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£1691One-way1 change - 9711+066106:4217h06Paris Gare de Lyon23:48Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£1691One-way1 change
- 9711+031526:4211h35Paris Gare de Lyon18:17Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£1731One-way1 change
- 9713+033107:4216h02Paris Gare de Lyon23:44Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£1741One-way1 change
- 9713+031527:4210h35Paris Gare de Lyon18:17Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£1861One-way1 change
- 9711+031526:4211h35Paris Gare de Lyon18:17Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£1731One-way1 change
- 9713+031727:4212h34Paris Gare de Lyon20:16Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£1881One-way1 change
- 9713+065707:4213h00Paris Gare de Lyon20:42Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£1811One-way1 change
- 9711+031726:4213h34Paris Gare de Lyon20:16Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£1761One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 16m. 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 coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £269.
Distance: 1052 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£269 Average Price | £243 Average Price | £67 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 16m Average total duration 8h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration Fastest 6h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 38m Average total duration 11h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.2 - 6.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Madrid trains for today, Saturday 16 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
.png) | 20:09 Paris | 20h09 | 16:18 Madrid | 1 change | |
| Sunday 17 May | |||||
| 9711+03172 | 6:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 13h34 | 20:16 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
| 9711+03152 | 6:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 11h35 | 18:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
| 9711+03310 | 6:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 17h02 | 23:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
| 9711+06570 | 6:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 14h00 | 20:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
| 9711+06610 | 6:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 17h06 | 23:48 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
| 9713+03172 | 7:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 12h34 | 20:16 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
| 9713+03152 | 7:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 10h35 | 18:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
| 9713+03310 | 7:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 16h02 | 23:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
| 9713+06570 | 7:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 13h00 | 20:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
| 9713+06610 | 7:42 Paris Gare de Lyon | 16h06 | 23:48 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Paris to Madrid
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Trains from Paris to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £269 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 1052 km distance in 20h 9m.
Distance 1052 km |
Average train duration 8h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £269 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 20h 9m |
First train 6:08 |
Last train 22:14 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Paris to Madrid trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Paris and Madrid from £26. 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: Paris to Madrid train
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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