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Travelling from Paris Gare de Lyon to Madrid Atocha by train
Looking to travel from Paris Gare de Lyon to Madrid Atocha by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 18 hours 9 minutes to travel from Paris Gare de Lyon to Madrid Atocha by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 9 hours 43 minutes though. You'll usually find 5 trains per day running along the 654 miles (1053 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 1 change during the journey to Madrid Atocha, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Paris Gare de Lyon to Madrid Atocha start from £99.78 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Madrid Atocha by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Paris Gare de Lyon to Madrid Atocha by train
It takes an average of 18h 9m to travel from Paris Gare de Lyon to Madrid Atocha by train, over a distance of around 654 miles (1053 km). There are normally 5 trains per day travelling from Paris Gare de Lyon to Madrid Atocha and tickets for this journey start from £99.78 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:09 | |
| Departure station | Paris Gare de Lyon | |
| Arrival station | Madrid Atocha | |
| Journey time | From 9h 43m | |
| Distance | 654 miles (1053 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £99.78 | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus |
FAQs about the train journey from Paris Gare de Lyon to Madrid Atocha
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Cheap train tickets from Paris Gare de Lyon to Madrid Atocha
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Paris Gare de Lyon to Madrid Atocha by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.