The cheapest and fastest trains from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid
Cheapest price
€106
Average price
€121
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 46 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
590 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid will cost around €121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €106.
It's difficult to get from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid without transferring at least 2 times.
876253+
03310 · 0974210:21 AM13h23Carcassonne11:44 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1061One-way2 transfers
876219+
03310 · 0974211:22 AM12h22Carcassonne11:44 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1061One-way2 transfers
876201+
03190 · 097306:22 AM16h05Carcassonne10:27 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1101One-way2 transfers
876201+
09730 · 031306:22 AM10h07Carcassonne4:29 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1101One-way2 transfers
4657+
09742 · 0331011:29 AM12h15Carcassonne11:44 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1121One-way2 transfers
4655+
09730 · 031309:29 AM7h00Carcassonne4:29 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1191One-way2 transfers
876215+
03130 · 097309:22 AM7h07Carcassonne4:29 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1221One-way2 transfers
6871+
03130 · 097308:24 AM8h05Carcassonne4:29 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1211One-way2 transfers
876251+
03130 · 097308:18 AM8h11Carcassonne4:29 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1141One-way2 transfers
876211+
03130 · 097308:00 AM8h29Carcassonne4:29 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1141One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a train costs an average of €89.
Distance: 590 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€89 Average price | €63 Average price Cheapest |
5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
876201+ 09730 · 03130 | On time 6:22 AM Carcassonne | 10h07 | 4:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
876201+ 09730 · 03190 | 6:22 AM Carcassonne | 16h05 | 10:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
876201+ 09730 · 03152 | 6:22 AM Carcassonne | 11h55 | 6:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
876203+ 09730 · 03152 | 6:48 AM Carcassonne | 11h29 | 6:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
876203+ 09730 · 03130 | On time 6:48 AM Carcassonne | 9h41 | 4:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
876203+ 09730 · 03190 | 6:48 AM Carcassonne | 15h39 | 10:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
876209+ 09730 · 03130 | On time 7:22 AM Carcassonne | 9h07 | 4:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
4651+ 09730 · 03152 | 7:29 AM Carcassonne | 10h48 | 6:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
4651+ 09730 · 03130 | On time 7:29 AM Carcassonne | 9h00 | 4:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
876211+ 09730 · 03130 | On time 8:00 AM Carcassonne | 8h29 | 4:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
876211+ 09730 · 03152 | 8:00 AM Carcassonne | 10h17 | 6:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
876211+ 09730 · 03190 | 8:00 AM Carcassonne | 14h27 | 10:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
876251+ 09730 · 03130 | On time 8:18 AM Carcassonne | 8h11 | 4:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
876251+ 09730 · 03152 | 8:18 AM Carcassonne | 9h59 | 6:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
6871+ 09730 · 03130 | On time 8:24 AM Carcassonne | 8h05 | 4:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
876215+ 09730 · 03130 | On time 9:22 AM Carcassonne | 7h07 | 4:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
4655+ 09730 · 03130 | On time 9:29 AM Carcassonne | 7h00 | 4:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
4655+ 09730 · 03152 | 9:29 AM Carcassonne | 8h48 | 6:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
876253+ 09742 · 03310 | 10:21 AM Carcassonne | 13h23 | 11:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
876219+ 09742 · 03310 | 11:22 AM Carcassonne | 12h22 | 11:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
4657+ 09742 · 03310 | 11:29 AM Carcassonne | 12h15 | 11:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid
Trains from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €89 but you can travel from only €33 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 13:18. The fastest train covers the 590 km distance in 6h 49m.
Distance 590 km |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €89 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 6h 49m |
First train 6:12 AM |
Last train 1:18 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: AVE, SNCF OUIGO, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid trainsAVE, SNCF OUIGO, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Cité de Carcassonne and Madrid from €33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Cité de Carcassonne to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cité de Carcassonne 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 Cité de Carcassonne 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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