How to get from Paris to Madrid
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Paris to Madrid. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1053 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
This fare comes from a search on September 4, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1053 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €59Checked Sep 4 | 2hFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €33Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 15h 15mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€59Checked Sep 42h · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€33Omio catalogue, Sep 915h 15m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Paris to Madrid: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Paris Orly → Madrid–Barajasflight
Air Europa·2h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Paris to Madrid
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€76October 2026
€44Departures from Paris to Madrid
FlixBus runs 8 scheduled departures a day, the first at 12:30 and the last at 21:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 8 | 12:30 | 21:00 |
| BlaBlaCar Busbus | 3 | 01:10 | 23:30 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
Air EuropaParis Orly-Madrid–BarajasSee live options and dates →
BlaBlaCar BusParis-Madrid BarajasBook →On this route you travel with Air Europa, BlaBlaCar Bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Paris to Madrid works
Start with a UX flight from Paris to Madrid, about 2h. In total it's roughly €59 over 2h, direct, no transfers.
Paris to Madrid: common questions
How long does it take to get from Paris to Madrid?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Madrid from Paris?
About 1053 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Paris to Madrid cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €59 to €95. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Paris to Madrid?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h.
How long is the flight from Paris to Madrid?
About 2h, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Paris and Madrid?
Paris is ORY and Madrid is MAD, so this route is usually written ORY to MAD.
Which operators run Paris to Madrid?
On this route you travel with Air Europa, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Can you get from Paris to Madrid without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 14h 45m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Paris to Madrid?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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