New high-speed journeys between France and Spain
Create your own two-country itinerary with journeys from Lyon to Barcelona, Marseille to Madrid and more!
If you’re torn trying to choose between a relaxing beach day along the Costa Brava and a gourmet meal in Lyon, now you don’t have to! It’s easy to see both with new high-speed direct train journeys. Jointly run by Spanish Renfe and French SNCF, enjoy the ease of cross-border travel from city centre to city centre. The south of France and the Catalan region of Spain may be neighbours, but you’ll find that they each have a unique culture and heritage to discover! And with fares from Montpellier to Madrid starting at just 19 euros, the price is right!
Check out the most popular journeys below.
Barcelona
Heading to beachy Barcelona is a great contrast after enjoying Lyon’s great food scene and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Catalonia’s most popular city is just 5 hours from the French food capital and exudes a party atmosphere in summer. Travellers from all over the world flock to this epicentre funky architecture, sandy beaches, and tasty tapas. Beat the heat with an ice cold glass of horchata, indulge at a local ice cream shop, or of course jump into the ocean.
If you’re feeling ambitious, stop at all four cities along the way. A Lyon – Montpellier – Narbonne – Barcelona holiday covers all the highlights!
Popular journeys
Madrid
Known for being affordable, walkable, and sunny almost year-round, you can’t go wrong with a visit to the Spanish capital. If you enjoy history and architecture, compare the Musée de Beaux Arts in Lyon to the Royal Palace and Gardens in Madrid. Other parallels include a love of gastronomy. Lyon has 17+ Michelin-starred establishments, while Madrid boasts Sobrino de Botin, the world’s oldest dining establishment. Hide out in the shade in Retiro Park at the hottest hours of the day, learn the art of flamenco, and satisfy that sweet tooth with churros dipped in chocolate.
If you’re feeling ambitious, stop at all four cities along the way. A Lyon – Montpellier – Narbonne – Madrid holiday covers all the highlights! The city’s central location also makes it a convenient jumping off point to explore further afield.
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Terms and conditions :
Tickets on sale from 21 June 2023.
Travel dates: Barcelona to Lyon, travel from 13 July 2023. Madrid to Marseille, travel from 28 July 2023.
Standard aftersales policies apply.
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