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Madrid to Paris Gare de Lyon train timetable

Thinking of traveling from Madrid to Paris Gare de Lyon? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just 419,12 NZD, with the average price for this route being around 1 303,02 NZD. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
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12:57
10 timme 21 minut, Changes required
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
23:18
Paris Gare de Lyon
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13:18
10 timme 31 minut, Changes required
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
23:49
Paris Gare de Lyon
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13:18
11 timme 4 minut, Changes required
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
00:22
+1
Paris Gare de Lyon
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21:07
19 timme 6 minut, Changes required
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
16:13
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Paris
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Madrid to Paris Gare de Lyon Train Route Details

For the route from Madrid to Paris Gare de Lyon, train tickets usually start at 419,12 NZD. The trip takes about 10 timme 21 minut on average, covering around 1054 km. SNCF, RENFE typically runs 4 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
12:57
Last train
Last train
21:07
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
10 timme 21 minut
Distance
Distance
1054 km
Price
Price
From 419,12 NZD
Train operators
Train operators
SNCF, RENFE

Spanish train offers

Travellers on Renfe's AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy exclusive discounts tailored to select routes. These offers are subject to availability and vary based on travel schedules, routes, and terms.

Spanish train offers

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe supports large families in Spain with discounted fares, offering 20% for general and 50% for special category families on AVE and Larga Distancia trains. However, these discounts are not valid on AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. Additionally, single-parent families can enjoy discounts on Rodalies services in Catalonia by presenting a certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe offers discounts for disabled individuals, providing up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Note that the discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to your ticket depend on the type of ticket and may involve a fee.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe grants a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children can select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or get refunds according to the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the policies for changes and refunds.

Advance booking

You can enjoy discounts of up to 70% by booking in advance. Popular routes allow bookings up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the sooner you book, the cheaper it will be. Trip.com has marked the lowest prices for you, easing your travel arrangements.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Paris Gare de Lyon

Renfe trains, particularly the AVE models, provide four service categories based on fare options. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking enhanced comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders also benefit from the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid to Paris Gare de Lyon Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Madrid to Paris Gare de Lyon, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Madrid to Paris Gare de Lyon Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    Book in advance

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    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

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    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

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