The cheapest and fastest trains from Girona to Madrid
Cheapest price
€65
Average price
€94
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Trains per day
45
Distance
573 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Girona to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Girona to Madrid will cost around €94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €65.
Of the 45 trains that leave Girona for Madrid on Thu, Dec 11, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct trains cover the 573 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 53 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest trains will take 4 h 1 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 bus and train for Girona to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Girona to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 41m. 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 train costs an average of €41, and a bus costs an average of €81.
Distance: 573 km
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€129 Average price Cheapest | €179 Average price |
4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 14m Average total duration 10h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Girona to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Girona to Madrid trains for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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08316+ 06130 | On time 10:53 AM Girona station | 4h04 | 2:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
08316+ 06150 | On time 10:53 AM Girona station | 5h39 | 4:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
08316+ 06014 | On time 10:53 AM Girona station | 4h44 | 3:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
09730 | Delayed 11:01 AM 10:59 AMGirona station | 3h53 | 2:54 PM 2:54 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
Normal+ 06200 | On time 11:30 AM Girona | 9h54 | 9:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06210 | On time 11:30 AM Girona | 11h17 | 10:47 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06190 | On time 11:30 AM Girona | 9h27 | 8:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
08336+ 06210 | On time 12:26 PM Girona station | 10h21 | 10:47 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
08336+ 06150 | On time 12:26 PM Girona station | 4h06 | 4:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
08336+ 06200 | On time 12:26 PM Girona station | 8h58 | 9:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
03162+ 06210 | On time 2:11 PM Girona station | 8h36 | 10:47 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
34262+ 06200 | On time 2:11 PM Girona station | 7h13 | 9:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
03162 | On time 2:11 PM Girona station | 4h08 | 6:19 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03162+ 06200 | On time 2:11 PM Girona station | 7h13 | 9:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06210 | On time 2:30 PM Girona | 8h17 | 10:47 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06190 | On time 2:30 PM Girona | 6h27 | 8:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06200 | On time 2:30 PM Girona | 6h54 | 9:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
34182+ 06210 | On time 4:26 PM Girona station | 6h21 | 10:47 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
34182+ 06200 | On time 4:26 PM Girona station | 4h58 | 9:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
34182+ 06190 | On time 4:26 PM Girona station | 4h31 | 8:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
34712+ 06190 | On time 4:32 PM Girona station | 4h25 | 8:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
34712+ 06200 | On time 4:32 PM Girona station | 4h52 | 9:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
34712+ 06210 | On time 4:32 PM Girona station | 6h15 | 10:47 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
34192+ 06210 | On time 4:51 PM Girona station | 5h56 | 10:47 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
34192+ 06200 | On time 4:51 PM Girona station | 4h33 | 9:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
03192+ 06200 | On time 4:51 PM Girona station | 4h33 | 9:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
03192 | On time 4:51 PM Girona station | 4h01 | 8:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
09742+ 06210 | Delayed 5:54 PM 5:54 PMGirona station | 4h53 | 10:47 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
08396+ 06210 | On time 6:24 PM Girona station | 4h23 | 10:47 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
34292+ 06210 | On time 6:52 PM Girona station | 3h55 | 10:47 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
03302+ 06110 | On time 4:46 AM Girona station | 7h36 | 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
03302+ 06010 | On time 4:46 AM Girona station | 6h56 | 11:42 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
03302+ 06020 | On time 4:46 AM Girona station | 8h56 | 1:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
03662+ 06010 | On time 5:36 AM Girona station | 6h06 | 11:42 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
03662+ 06110 | On time 5:36 AM Girona station | 6h46 | 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
03662+ 06020 | On time 5:36 AM Girona station | 8h06 | 1:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
03092+ 06020 | On time 7:11 AM Girona station | 6h31 | 1:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
03092+ 06110 | On time 7:11 AM Girona station | 5h11 | 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
03092+ 06010 | On time 7:11 AM Girona station | 4h31 | 11:42 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06130 | 7:45 AM Girona | 7h12 | 2:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06020 | 7:45 AM Girona | 5h57 | 1:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
Normal+ 06014 | 7:45 AM Girona | 7h52 | 3:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
01101+ 06020 | 8:26 AM Girona station | 5h16 | 1:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
34102+ 06020 | On time 8:26 AM Girona station | 5h16 | 1:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
34102+ 06110 | On time 8:26 AM Girona station | 3h56 | 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Girona to Madrid
Trains from Girona to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €41 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 573 km distance in 3h 36m.
Distance 573 km |
Average train duration 3h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €41 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 36m |
First train 00:14 |
Last train 20:05 |
Train companies: iryo, Renfe AVLO, AVE, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros from Girona to Madrid trainsiryo, Renfe AVLO, AVE, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Girona and Madrid from €41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Girona to Madrid
Vacationers and business travelers planning a visit to the capital from Girona can take daily direct trains from the historic Catalan city to Madrid. AVE high-speed rail connections mean that the journey can now be completed in around three hours and 20 minutes on the fastest services. There are seven direct connections to Madrid on most days, including morning, afternoon and evening departures, with indirect services offering additional options.
Which train companies travel from Girona to Madrid?
Spanish national rail operator Renfe offers daily direct trains from Girona to Madrid on the AVE high-speed network . In addition Renfe provides daily indirect connections with one change en route at Barcelona Sants, which use AVE services and Media Distancia express trains.
How long is the train from Girona to Madrid?
The fastest option on the 390 mile route from Girona south-west to Madrid is the early morning departure from the Catalan city, taking three hours and 24 minutes to reach the capital. Most AVE services take 20-30 minutes longer. The fastest indirect connection to Madrid takes three hours and 55 minutes but most indirect trips are considerably longer.
How many trains are there from Girona to Madrid?
The Renfe timetable offers seven daily direct trains to Madrid Atocha from Girona on weekdays and five at weekends. Schedules include morning and early evening departures, with afternoon options also available on weekdays. Indirect connections requiring a change at Barcelona provide several daily additional services, with departures from early morning to early evening.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Girona to Madrid?
Departure train station: Girona station is located about a mile south-west of the historic center, adjacent to the bus station, with regular city buses making the trip in about ten minutes. Passenger facilities at the station include restaurants and cafes, gift stores, luggage storage lockers, and ATMs.
Arrival train station: All passengers will alight at Madrid Atocha. Madrid's AVE terminus, Atocha is located on the south-east side of the city center, connected by trains across the city on Metro line 1 and the Cercanias suburban network, as well as several bus routes. The modern station departures hall has tapas bars, international restaurants, a wide variety of boutiques and gift stores, and car rental desks.
FAQs: Trains from Girona to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Girona 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 Girona, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Girona to Madrid
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Carrer de Barcelona.
- Restaurant Occi
- River Café
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Carlemany Girona
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Girona
- Hotel Gran Ultonia
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Barcelona, Madrid, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
- 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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