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Taking a train is one of the best ways to get from Madrid to Paris.
The Elipsos trainhotel is an overnight train from Madrid to Paris that is a great alternative to flying.
The Elipsos trainhotel departs from Madrid Chamartin train station daily (with some exceptions) at 7:00pm, and arrives at Paris Gare d’Austerlitz the following day at 08:31am.
The total train journey from Madrid to Paris takes 13h31m.
The Elipsos trainhotel has three 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 cafe in the evening and before the train arrives in Paris in the morning.
There are also Preferente class seats on trains from Madrid to Paris, which consist of two bed sleeper rooms with sinks. They are a step up from the standard class tickets, and they cost around 115 euros for a one way ticket.
If you want something more upscale, you can book a Gran Clase train ticket on the trainhotel from Madrid to Paris. The Gran Clase train ticket includes a two bed room with an ensuite bathroom and shower, as well as dinner and breakfast. A one way Gran Clase ticket costs around 235 euros.
