Getting around Spain
Europe
From Europe ✈️
Direct flight from Paris
Yes
Duration
2h direct
Indicative round-trip price
40-200 EUR round trip
Book
1-3 months ahead
Recommended airlines
Local transport
Bus
ALSA for national routes. Comfortable and cheap.
Train
AVE (Spanish high-speed rail) is excellent. Madrid-Barcelona in 2h30 (~40-80 EUR). Renfe for regional trains.
Taxi
Metered white taxis in every city. Uber and Cabify available.
Metro
Metro in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Bilbao. Dense and affordable.
Essential apps
Common routes and indicative prices
| From | To | Mode | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madrid | Barcelona | AVE | 2h30 | 40-80 EUR |
| Madrid | Seville | AVE | 2h20 | 35-65 EUR |
| Barcelona | Valencia | AVE | 2h45 | 25-50 EUR |
| Madrid | Granada | AVE | 3h10 | 30-55 EUR |
Indicative prices for 2025-2026. Fares vary by season, demand and how far ahead you book.
Vehicle rental 🛵
Scooter / Motorbike
15-30 EUR / day
Category B licence
Car
15-35 EUR / day
French licence accepted
International permit : Not required (French license accepted)
Transport scams to know ⚠️
Pickpockets on public transport
The Barcelona and Madrid metros are hotspots for pickpockets.
Tip :Keep your belongings in front of you and stay alert.
Practical tips
- Book AVE tickets in advance on Renfe — prices rise sharply at the last minute.
- BlaBlaCar is very popular in Spain for intercity trips.
- Spain is easily reached by car from France via the Pyrenees.
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