The cheapest and fastest trains from Badajoz to Madrid
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€58
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€64
Fastest journey on Sep 05
4 h 21 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
5 h 47 m
Trains on Sep 05
8
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Badajoz to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Badajoz to Madrid will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €58.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 8 trains from Badajoz to Madrid, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 328 km distance in an average of 5 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 21 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest trains will take 7 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
002976:05 PM4h21Badajoz station10:26 PMAtocha-Cercanías€581One-way0 transfers
18777+
022172:24 PM9h19Badajoz station11:43 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€611One-way1 transfer
18777+
021872:24 PM7h22Badajoz station9:46 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€611One-way1 transfer
18777+
081912:24 PM6h00Badajoz station8:24 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€621One-way1 transfer
002998:30 AM4h40Badajoz station1:10 PMAtocha-Cercanías€641One-way0 transfers
002976:05 PM4h21Badajoz station10:26 PMAtocha-Cercanías€581One-way0 transfers
002998:30 AM4h40Badajoz station1:10 PMAtocha-Cercanías€641One-way0 transfers
18777+
081912:24 PM6h00Badajoz station8:24 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€621One-way1 transfer
18331+
081116:50 AM6h34Badajoz station1:24 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€671One-way1 transfer
18777+
021872:24 PM7h22Badajoz station9:46 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€611One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Badajoz to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Badajoz to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €41, while a flight costs an average of €87.
Distance: 328 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€41 Average price Cheapest | €53 Average price | €87 Average price | €67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Badajoz to Madrid:
A train is €12 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Badajoz to Madrid costing on average €53.
A train is €46 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Badajoz to Madrid costing on average €87.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 26m.
Bus takes on average 5h 6m.
Live departures
Badajoz to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Badajoz to Madrid trains for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00295 | 5:38 PM Badajoz station | 4h39 | 10:17 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
18331+ 02137 | 6:50 AM Badajoz station | 9h17 | 4:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18331+ 08151 | 6:50 AM Badajoz station | 9h34 | 4:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18331+ 08111 | 6:50 AM Badajoz station | 6h34 | 1:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
00299 | 8:30 AM Badajoz station | 4h40 | 1:10 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
18777+ 02187 | 2:24 PM Badajoz station | 7h22 | 9:46 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18777+ 02217 | 2:24 PM Badajoz station | 9h19 | 11:43 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18777+ 08191 | 2:24 PM Badajoz station | 6h00 | 8:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Badajoz to Madrid
Trains from Badajoz to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 328 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 328 km |
Average train duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 6:40 PM |
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Best time to book 7 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Badajoz to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Badajoz to Madrid by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Badajoz to Madrid
Most Badajoz to Madrid trains use the Badajoz to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Use this guide to compare Badajoz and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Badajoz station do trains to Madrid leave from?
Getting to Badajoz from Badajoz city centre
Badajoz is 1 km from Badajoz city centre. Public transport options include:
Badajoz train station facilities and services
Badajoz has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Badajoz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Badajoz.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Badajoz: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Badajoz.
Getting to Madrid Chamartín from Madrid city centre
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín train station facilities and services
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Getting to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from Madrid city centre
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train station facilities and services
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
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