What is the cheapest way to get from Spain to France?

The cheapest way to get from Spain to France is to fly which costs €28 - €130 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Spain to France?

The fastest way to get from Spain to France is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs €35 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Spain and France?

No, there is no direct bus from Spain station to France. However, there are services departing from Barcelona - North Bus Station and arriving at Pont de l'Archevêché via Gare de Bercy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Spain and France?

No, there is no direct train from Spain to France. However, there are services departing from Barcelona Plaça de Catalunya and arriving at Hôtel de Ville via Barcelona-Sants and Gare de Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

How far is it from Spain to France?

The distance between Spain and France is 486 km. The road distance is 990.5 km.

How do I travel from Spain to France without a car?

The best way to get from Spain to France without a car is to train which takes 7h 58m and costs €240 - €390.

How long does it take to get from Spain to France?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Spain to France, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Spain to France bus from?

Spain to France bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Barcelona - North Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Spain to France train from?

Spain to France train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train, bus or fly from Spain to France?

The best way to get from Spain to France is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs €35 - €150. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €240 - €390 and takes 7h 58m, you could also bus via Paris, which costs €80 - €140 and takes 14h 30m.

Where does the Spain to France bus arrive?

Spain to France bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Station.

Where does the Spain to France train arrive?

Spain to France train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Paris Gare De Lyon station.

Can I drive from Spain to France?

Yes, the driving distance between Spain to France is 991 km. It takes approximately 10h 11m to drive from Spain to France.

Where can I stay near France?

There are 23386+ hotels available in France.

Can I share a ride from Spain to France?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Spain and France. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Spain to France - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Spain to France by plane, train (TGV), bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Son Sant Joan Airport to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
best
1. Fly from Son Sant Joan Airport (PMI) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)plane PMI - TLS
3h 56m
€36–143
Fly Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane BCN - BOD
4h 23m
€28–127
Train (TGV)
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Paris Gare De Lyontrain Tgv
7h 58m
€243–384
Bus via Paris
1. Take the bus from Barcelona to Parisbus FlixBus N1142
14h 30m
€82–132
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Barcelone to Parisrideshare 989.8 km
11h 53m
€66
Fly Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)plane MAD - TLS
4h 19m
€64–202
Fly Son Sant Joan Airport to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport
1. Fly from Son Sant Joan Airport (PMI) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane PMI - BOD
4h 20m
€47–127
Fly Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE)plane BCN - NCE
4h 22m
€37–155
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona - North Bus Station to Paris - Bercy-Seine Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
14h 40m
€58–183
Drive 990.5 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to Pariscar 990.5 km
10h 11m
€159–230

Spain to France by train and subway (TGV)

32Weekly Services

7h 58mAverage Duration

€243Cheapest Price

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Distance: 486.5 km
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Spain and France?

Ryanair, Volotea, and easyJet fly from Son Sant Joan Airport (PMI) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS) twice daily. Alternatively, TGV inOui operates a train from Barcelona-Sants to Paris Gare De Lyon 5 times a day. Tickets cost €240–380 and the journey takes 6h 46m.

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