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Louvre Museum
The world’s largest art museum, famous for the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and vast collections spanning antiquity to the 19th century. A defining Paris visit and often best booked ahead.
Cheapest price
$220
Average price
$246
Fastest journey
11 h 22 m
Average duration
12 h 37 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
1052 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Paris will cost around $246 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $220.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Paris without transferring at least once.
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9706Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 49m. 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 $24, and a flight costs an average of $62.
Distance: 653 miles (1052 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$326 Average price | $388 Average price | $86 Average price Cheapest | $250 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 29m Average total duration 8h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration Fastest 5h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 30m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.2 - 6.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Paris:
A bus is $240 (€198) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Paris costing on average $326 (€269).
A bus is $302 (€249) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Paris costing on average $388 (€320).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 59m.
Bus takes on average 11h 0m.
You'll arrive about 3h 55m sooner (8h 59m by train vs 12h 54m by car). Tickets start at around $326 (€269) compared to roughly $250 (€206) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Paris trains for today, Wednesday, June 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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06261+ 9706 | On time 6:09 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 17h35 | 11:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
03311+ 9706 | 6:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 17h17 | 11:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
06071+ 9706 | On time 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 16h22 | 11:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
03073+ 9706 | On time 7:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 16h17 | 11:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
06081+ 9706 | On time 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 15h22 | 11:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
03083+ 9706 | On time 8:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 15h17 | 11:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
06281+ 9706 | On time 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 14h54 | 11:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
03091+ 9706 | On time 8:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 14h47 | 11:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
03093+ 9706 | On time 9:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 14h17 | 11:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
06501+ 9706 | On time 9:31 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 14h13 | 11:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
03303+ 9706 | On time 10:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 13h17 | 11:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
06111+ 9706 | On time 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 12h22 | 11:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
03113+ 9706 | On time 11:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 12h17 | 11:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
06121+ 9706 | On time 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 11h22 | 11:44 PM Paris Gare de Lyon | 1 transfer | |
09725+ 876236+ 3750 | On time 12:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 18h26 | 7:16 AM Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Madrid to Paris run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $320 (€264) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 653 miles (1052 km) distance in 10h 28m.
Distance 653 miles (1052 km) |
Average train duration 8h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $320 (€264) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 28m |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Paris trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Paris Gare de Lyon station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Le Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
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