The average train between Madrid and Paris takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. There is a train service every few hours from Madrid to Paris. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Madrid and Paris. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Madrid is at 9:13 PM which arrives into Paris at 12:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Jean Vilar and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 40m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Madrid to Paris? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Paris. However, there are services departing from Caen station and arriving at Paris St Lazare station via Paris St Lazare station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Madrid to Paris train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Caen station.
Madrid to Paris train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Paris St Lazare station.
The distance between Madrid and Paris is 199.4 km. The road distance is 233 km.
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) operates a train from Caen to Paris St Lazare hourly. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 2h.