There are 8 ways to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) by plane, train, bus or car
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Fly to Paris Charles de Gaulle • 2h 5m
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Fly to Paris Orly, train • 3h 12m
Fly to Beauvais, bus • 4h 49m
Train via Barcelona • 11h 33m
Train • 14h 5m
Bus • 19h 28m
Bus via Poitiers • 20h 7m
Drive • 11h 58m
Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) by train
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is to bus via Poitiers which costs €85 - €130 and takes 20h 7m.
The fastest way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is to fly which takes 2h 5m and costs €45 - €220.
No, there is no direct bus from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). However, there are services departing from Aeropuerto Madrid Barajas T4. Bus media distancia and arriving at Paris Charles de Gaulle via Estación De Atocha, Estación Sur de Autobuses and Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 28m.
No, there is no direct train from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). However, there are services departing from Aeropuerto Madrid Barajas T4. Cercanías and arriving at Aéroport Charles-de-Gaulle Tgv via Estación de tren de Atocha, Barcelona-Sants and Lyon Part Dieu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 33m.
The distance between Madrid Airport (MAD) and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is 1064 km. The road distance is 1279.5 km.
The best way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) without a car is to train via Barcelona which takes 11h 33m and costs €140 - €290.
It takes approximately 2h 5m to fly from Madrid (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), including transfers and time at the airport.
Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.
Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Estación de tren de Atocha station.
The best way to get from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is to fly which takes 2h 5m and costs €45 - €220. Alternatively, you can train via Barcelona, which costs €140 - €290 and takes 11h 33m, you could also bus, which costs €80 - €180 and takes 19h 28m.
- Distance: 1063.6 km
- Duration: 2h 5m
What companies run services between Madrid Airport (MAD), Spain and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), France?
Air France, Iberia and two other airlines fly from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) via Estación de Atocha Cercanías, Estación de tren de Atocha, Barcelona-Sants, and Lyon Part Dieu in around 11h 33m.
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Madrid to Paris Charles de Gaulle
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €370
Flights from Madrid to Paris Charles de Gaulle via Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 50m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €700
Flights from Madrid to Paris Orly
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €340
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Madrid to Paris Charles de Gaulle
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €370
Flights from Madrid to Paris Charles de Gaulle via Bilbao
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 50m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €700
Flights from Madrid to Paris Orly
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €340
- Website
- aireuropa.com
Flights from Madrid to Paris Charles de Gaulle
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €95 - €370
Flights from Madrid to Paris Orly
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 55m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €75 - €370
- Website
- transavia.com
Flights from Madrid to Paris Orly
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €290 - €950
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Madrid to Paris Charles de Gaulle
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €95 - €370
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Madrid to Beauvais
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 11m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €350
Flights from Madrid to Beauvais via Porto
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- When
- Wednesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €350
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Madrid to Paris Charles de Gaulle
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €310
The Réseau Express Régional (RER) has 5 lines that connect central Paris to the city suburbs, including notable destinations such as Charles de Gaulle airport, Disneyland Paris and Versailles. The RER is also a great option for getting around the city centre as it operates like an express subway train (like the Paris metro, but with fewer stops). If you’re travelling solely within central Paris Zone 1, you can use a Paris Metro ticket. If you’re travelling beyond Zone 1, you’ll need to purchase a Billet Ile-de-France. Children under 4 travel free on the RER.
Contact Details
Train from Gare d'Antony to Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2
- Ave. Duration
- 58 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- €12
- Website
- https://www.ratp.fr/en
Train from Massy - Palaiseau to Aéroport Charles de Gaulle 2
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 3m
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- €12
- Website
- https://www.ratp.fr/en
Rome2Rio's guide to Renfe AVE
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Estación de tren de Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €50 - €75
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
- Básico
- €50 - €75
- Phone
- +34 910 150 000
- atencion.cliente@iryo.eu
- Website
- iryo.eu
Train from Estación de tren de Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 52m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €30 - €80
- Website
- https://iryo.eu/en/home
- Inicial
- €30 - €80
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2Rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Estación de tren de Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 57m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €45 - €65
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Lyon Part Dieu
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 1m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €50 - €75
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid-Chamartin to Irun
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 37m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €40 - €65
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
- Phone
- +34 910 780 990
Train from Estación de tren de Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €21 - €30
- Website
- https://www.ouigo.com/es/en
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Aéroport Charles-de-Gaulle Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 1m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
Train from Massy-Tgv to Aéroport Charles-de-Gaulle Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 45 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Lyon Part Dieu to Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 2m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €70 - €130
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €70 - €100
- 1st Class
- €95 - €130
Train from Hendaye to Massy Tgv
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 31m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €120 - €200
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €120 - €160
- 1st Class
- €150 - €200
Train from Massy Tgv to Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €16 - €45
- Website
- https://www.sncf.com/en
- 2nd Class
- €16 - €22
- 1st Class
- €30 - €45
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2Rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 84 94 36 35
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Massy Tgv to Aeroport Cdg2 Tgv Roissy
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €8 - €18
- Website
- https://www.sncf-connect.com/en-en/
- 2nd Class
- €8 - €12
- Rail 1st Class
- €12 - €18
- Phone
- +33 892 68 20 66
- Website
- aeroportparisbeauvais.com
Bus from Airport Paris-Beauvais to Paris Porte Maillot
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 15m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €16 - €17
- Website
- https://www.aeroportparisbeauvais.com/en/shuttle/
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 910 207 007
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine
- Ave. Duration
- 16h
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €100 - €150
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2Rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine
- Ave. Duration
- 16h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €95 - €140
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Poitiers to Paris Charles de Gaulle
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 45m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €29 - €40
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 1 71 53 01 80
- Website
- blablacar.fr
Bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine
- Ave. Duration
- 16h 40m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €75 - €110
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Poitiers
- Ave. Duration
- 11h 50m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €55 - €85
- Website
- https://www.blablacar.co.uk/
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Read the travel guideMore Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Madrid Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is the direct flight which takes 2h 5m.
Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Paris City Centre - Bercy Seine station.
Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) train services, operated by SNCF Bus, arrive at Aéroport Charles-de-Gaulle Tgv station.
Yes, the driving distance between Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is 1279 km. It takes approximately 11h 58m to drive from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
easyJet, Vueling Airlines, Iberia and Air France offer flights from Madrid Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
There are 15510+ hotels available in Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Prices start at €46 per night.