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Want to head south without flying? Good news: Spain by train is more accessible than ever. White villages of Andalusia, tapas in Seville, Barcelona’s modernist architecture, Madrid’s vibrant energy, the charm of Zaragoza, or the wild landscapes of Aragon… thanks to Spain’s fast and efficient rail network, you can easily reach the country from France and travel around without a car. The perfect combo for a true slow travel experience: low-carbon, rich, and full of discovery.
From France, three main routes will take you to Spain:
And for night-train lovers: take the Paris–Latour-de-Carol overnight service, which connects to Barcelona in 3h30 via the Rodalies R3 commuter line.
Choosing the train to Spain means watching the Pyrenees, the Mediterranean, and the plains of Castile roll by your window—without stress or flying. Once there, the network is dense and efficient: AVE, Avlo, Iryo, or OUIGO España link major cities quickly and at affordable prices.
As for destinations, Spain is best enjoyed without a car: Barcelona, between sea and modernism; Madrid, the cultural capital; Seville and Andalusia, for a sunny immersion; Valencia, a green and innovative Mediterranean hub; the Basque Country, with its tapas and dramatic coastline; or Zaragoza, at the heart of Aragon. And for a more sustainable trip, Spain is developing local initiatives: accessible public transport, eco-certified hotels, walking and cycling routes, and local gastronomy. In short, you’ll be spoiled for choice.
