The cheapest and fastest trains from Badajoz to Madrid
Cheapest price
€21
Average price
€54
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Trains per day
7
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 €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
Of the 7 trains that leave Badajoz for Madrid on Thu, Jan 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 22 the direct trains cover the 328 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Thu, Jan 22 the slowest trains will take 8 h 29 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Badajoz to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Badajoz to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €48.
Distance: 328 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€48 Average price Cheapest | €50 Average price | €81 Average price |
5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Badajoz to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Badajoz to Madrid trains for today, Wednesday, January 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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18777+ 08211 | On time 1:22 PM Badajoz station | 8h29 | 9:51 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
00295 | On time 4:38 PM Badajoz station | 4h27 | 9:05 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 22 | |||||
00291 | On time 5:36 AM Badajoz station | 4h10 | 9:46 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
18331+ 08151 | On time 5:55 AM Badajoz station | 9h29 | 3:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18331+ 08161 | On time 5:55 AM Badajoz station | 10h54 | 4:49 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18331+ 08111 | On time 5:55 AM Badajoz station | 6h29 | 12:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
00293 | On time 6:21 AM Badajoz station | 4h22 | 10:43 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Badajoz to Madrid
Trains from Badajoz to Madrid run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 18:10. The fastest train covers the 328 km distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 328 km |
Average train duration 4h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 06:04 |
Last train 18:10 |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Intercity, Renfe, Renfe (13), Renfe Viajeros from Badajoz to Madrid trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe Intercity, Renfe, Renfe (13), Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Badajoz and Madrid from €29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Badajoz, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Madrid Chamartín, located 4.8 miles (7.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Badajoz to Madrid
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
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