How to travel from Spain to France?
To travel by train from Spain to France, use one of the direct high-speed-trains from Barcelona to Paris and southern France. First you travel in Spain to Barcelona. There you change to the trains to France. Another option is to cross the border at Irun/Hendaye and to continue from there to your destination in France.
Do Ave trains run from Spain to France?
AVE trains are used on all services between Spain and France except for trains running to Paris and Toulouse (which use TGV INOUI trains). Within Spain, AVEs operate on many routes from the Spanish capital, connecting Madrid with Barcelona, Seville, Léon, Alicante, Málaga and Valencia.
Which high-speed trains run in Spain?
The train map highlights high-speed routes on Spain’s rail network. AVE, Avant and Alvia trains all run on these high-speed lines. Since June 2021, low-cost Avlo trains also cover the high-speed route connecting Madrid, Barcelona and Figueres. The first high-speed line opened in 1992, connecting Madrid, Seville and Cordoba.
Does RENFE run trains in Spain?
Renfe is the primary operator of trains in Spain. It runs the impressive AVE service, which connects Spain’s major cities at speeds of up to 310km/h (193 mph). Renfe also runs various other train services in Spain, such as regional trains, the Trenhotel service and suburban Cercanías services. Learn more about Trains in Spain.
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