Taking a train is a great way to get from Paris to Madrid.
The Elipsos trainhotel is an overnight train from Paris to Madrid that will allow you to get a good night’s sleep and save money on a hotel in Paris.
The Elipsos trainhotel departs from Paris Gare d’Austerlitz daily (with some exceptions) at 7:47pm, and arrives at Madrid Chamartin train station the following day at 9:10am.
The total train journey from Paris to Madrid takes 13h23m.
The Elipsos trainhotel has several classes of seat to choose from. There are basic couchettes in four bed sleeper rooms that cost around 75 euros one way. You can enjoy the restaurant and bar in the evening and when you wake up in the morning.
There are also Preferente class seats on trains from Paris to Madrid. These tickets include couchettes in two bed sleeper rooms with sinks. They are a step up from the standard class tickets, and cost around 115 euros one way.
If you want something a bit nicer, you can book a Gran Clase train ticket on the trainhotel from Paris to Madrid. The Gran Clase ticket includes a two bed room with an ensuite bathroom and shower, as well as dinner and breakfast. The ticket costs around 235 euros one way.
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