BERLIN to MADRID train from €57 with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Berlin to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Berlin to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.9 - 4.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €57, and a train costs an average of €537.

Distance: 1870 km

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Train	Most popular Flight	Bus
€537 Average price	€154 Average price Cheapest	€156 Average price
33h 42m Average total duration 33h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 59m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time*	33h 1m Average total duration 32h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
- CO2 emissions	5.6 - 11.2kg CO2 emissions	1.9 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Compare prices and tickets Berlin to Madrid by train, bus, or flight

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Berlin to Madrid

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Spain

Trains from Berlin to Madrid run on average 12 times per day, taking around 33h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €537 but you can travel from only €57 by flight.

The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 1870 km distance in 33h 12m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from €57

Distance

1870 km

Average train duration

33h 12m

Cheapest ticket price

€537

Trains per day

Fastest train

33h 12m

First train

12:23 AM

Last train

11:50 PM

High Season

Jul - Sep

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Tue

Least Busy Day

Sun

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from €57

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Berlin to Madrid trainsDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Berlin and Madrid from €57. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

33h 12m

Cheapest Price

€537

Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) frequency

1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Berlin to Madrid

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin 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.

Cheap train tickets from Berlin to Madrid can start from as little as €537 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Berlin to Madrid is €537; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Berlin to Madrid is 33h 12m to travel the 1870 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Berlin to Madrid leaves at 12:23 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Berlin to Madrid leaves at 11:50 PM.

There are 12 trains a day from Berlin to Madrid which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC). Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Berlin to Madrid, you can count on Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) for the best way to get you to Madrid. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Berlin and Madrid and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A trip to Madrid from Berlin is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 33h 12m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Berlin and Madrid including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Berlin to Madrid

Most Berlin to Madrid trains use the Berlin Hbf to station pair. Use this guide to compare Berlin and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Berlin

Arrival train stations in Madrid

Which Berlin station do trains to Madrid leave from?

Trains from Berlin to Madrid leave from Berlin Hbf. The station is 3 km from Berlin city centre at Europaplatz 1, 10557 Berlin, Germany.

Berlin HbfEuropaplatz 1, 10557 Berlin, Germany Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre

Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRb23, Re2, Rb14, Re7, Fex · 5m · €3 · every ~6 min

U5 · 8m · €3 · every ~25 min

BusN40, 142 · 12m · €2 · every ~8 min

170, 270, 170A, 157A, 157 · 18m · €1

TramM8 · 13m · €3 · every ~12 min

Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services

Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.

More about Berlin Hbf

Berlin SpandauBerlin-Spandau, Seegefelder Str. 1, 13597 Berlin Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Berlin Spandau from Berlin city centre

Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS3, S9, S5 · 10m · €3 · every ~14 min

S9, S5, S3 · 25m · €3 · every ~14 min

Berlin Spandau train station facilities and services

Berlin Spandau has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.