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Madrid to Avignon by train
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Cheapest Price CA$273.65
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30 days in advance CA$227.89
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First train12:50
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Last train13:25
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Avg changes0
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Fastest journey7hr 17m
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Distance801 kilometres
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Trains per day4
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Avg. journey time7hr 29m
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Train operators
Travelling from Madrid to Avignon by train
Want to know how to get from Madrid to Avignon by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Madrid to Avignon take around 7 hours and 17 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 801 kilometres.
On weekdays the only train to Avignon is usually scheduled to depart Madrid around . This is the same as during the weekend. On average, there are about 4 trains per day travelling between the two cities.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$273.65.
We think any time is a great time to visit Avignon, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Avignon.
Is there a direct train from Madrid to Avignon?
Yes, there is a direct train from Madrid to Avignon.
Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.
How long does it take to travel from Madrid to Avignon?
The Madrid to Avignon train travel takes about 7 hours and 17 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Madrid to Avignon train times and schedule?
On weekdays the only train to Avignon is usually scheduled to depart Madrid around . This is the same at the weekend.
Other journeys to Avignon TGV View all journeys to Avignon TGV
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From London to Avignon TGV From CA$72.15
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From Paris to Avignon TGV From CA$15.60
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From Ashford International to Avignon TGV From CA$123.13
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From Marseille to Avignon TGV From CA$6.50
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From Lille to Avignon TGV From CA$15.60
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From Geneva to Avignon TGV From CA$31.85
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From Nice to Avignon TGV From CA$16.25
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From Vitrolles Marseille Provence Airport to Avignon TGV From CA$33.80
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From Barcelona to Avignon TGV From CA$126.75
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From Lyon to Avignon TGV From CA$15.60
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From Montpellier to Avignon TGV From CA$1.95
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From Arles to Avignon TGV From CA$16.25
Other journeys from Avignon TGV
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From Avignon TGV to Barcelona From CA$15.60
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From Avignon TGV to Lyon From CA$27.04
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From Avignon TGV to Montpellier From CA$68.25
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From Avignon TGV to Arles From CA$16.25
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From Avignon TGV to Perpignan From CA$16.25
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From Avignon TGV to London From CA$72.15
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From Avignon TGV to Paris From CA$31.85
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From Avignon TGV to Marseille From CA$6.50
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From Avignon TGV to Lille From CA$15.60
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From Avignon TGV to Geneva From CA$16.25
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From Avignon TGV to Nice From CA$53.30
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From Avignon TGV to Vitrolles Marseille Provence Airport From CA$33.80
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From Madrid to Barcelona From CA$8.45
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From Madrid to Valencia From CA$8.45
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From Madrid to Córdoba From CA$14.30
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From Madrid to Ronda From CA$10.40
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From Madrid to Granada From CA$10.40
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AVE
The new direct train from Madrid to Avignon has given a boost to travel between the two cities. If the timings of this train do not suit your schedule there are further options which normally require a change of train at both Barcelona Sants and Narbonne, adding in total about an hour to the overall journey time.
The direct service to Avignon from Madrid is run by Spanish rail operator RENFE, using high-speed AVE trains. The first part of the journey is a fast dash from Madrid through Barcelona to Perpignan in France. Thereafter the pace slows as the train cruises through Languedoc, eventually crossing the River Rhône to reach Avignon.
Madrid to Avignon TGV

The journey from Madrid to Avignon starts at Puerta de Atocha station. The direct AVE service makes nine intermediate stops. There is much good scenery on this route, with some particularly fine views of the Languedoc coast on the stretch between Perpignan and Montpellier. Arrival in Avignon is at the town’s TGV station, some way south of the city centre. A shuttle train from Avignon TGV gives a useful connection to Avignon Centre station.