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Trip Overview

The average train between France and Madrid takes 13h 13m and the fastest train takes 10h 17m. The train service runs several times per day from France to Madrid. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

13h 13m
Duration
1,687 km
Distance
€358
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Train via Barcelona

best
  1. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Barcelona-Santstrain train Tgv
  2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandestrain train Ave
11h 5m
€278–523

France to Madrid train times

Trains run 3 times a day between France and Madrid. The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from France is at 2:32 PM which arrives into Madrid at 9:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Gare de Lyon and take an average of 13h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 1,687.2 km
  • Duration: 13h 13m

What companies run services between France and Madrid, Spain?

You can take a subway from Hôtel de Ville to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes via Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Barcelona-Sants in around 11h 5m.

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