Lisbon to Madrid train with Renfe ALVIA

Fri, Oct 09
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lisbon to Madrid

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 09

Cheapest price on Oct 09

€86

Average ticket price on Oct 09

€86

Fastest journey on Oct 09

13 h 42 m

Average journey duration on Oct 09

13 h 42 m

Trains on Oct 09

1

Distance

502 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lisbon to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Lisbon to Madrid will cost around €86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €86.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Lisbon to Madrid without transferring at least 2 times.

  • Comboios de Portugal
    8:23 AM13h42
    Lisbon
    10:05 PMMadrid
    €861One-way
    2 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Lisbon to Madrid

PortugalPortugal
SpainSpain
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Trains from Lisbon to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 20:45. The fastest train covers the 502 km distance in 7h 45m.

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
Distance
502 km
Average train duration
8h 24m
Cheapest ticket price
€5
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
7h 45m
First train
12:15 AM
Last train
8:45 PM
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
35 days
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

Live departures

Lisbon to Madrid train times

The table below shows live departures for Lisbon to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Comboios de Portugal8:23 AM Lisbon
13h42
10:05 PM Madrid2 transfers

This is the last train of the day.

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Lisbon to Madrid?

The best time to book your train from Lisbon to Madrid is 1 day before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Lisbon to Madrid route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Lisbon to Madrid per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Lisbon to Madrid.

Train companies: Renfe ALVIA from Lisbon to Madrid trainsRenfe ALVIA trains will get you between Lisbon and Madrid from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Renfe ALVIA

About
Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe ALVIA Duration
7h 45m
Cheapest Renfe ALVIA Price
€5
Renfe ALVIA frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class
Seat reservation
Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Lisbon to Madrid

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

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Lisbon to Madrid can start from as little as €5 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lisbon to Madrid is €9; 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 Lisbon to Madrid is 7h 45m to travel the 502 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 Lisbon to Madrid leaves at 12:15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Lisbon to Madrid leaves at 8:45 PM.
There are 6 trains a day from Lisbon to Madrid which require at least one change with Renfe ALVIA. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Lisbon to Madrid, you can count on Renfe ALVIA for the best way to get you to Madrid. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Lisbon and Madrid and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Madrid from Lisbon is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 45m 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 Lisbon and Madrid including taking a train, bus, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Lisbon to Madrid

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

Departure train stations in Lisbon
Arrival train stations in Madrid

Which Lisbon station do trains to Madrid leave from?

Trains from Lisbon to Madrid leave from Lisboa - Oriente. The station is 6 km from Lisbon city centre at Av. Dom João II, 1900-233 Lisboa, Portugal.
Lisboa - OrienteAv. Dom João II, 1900-233 Lisboa, PortugalParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Lisboa - Oriente from Lisbon city centre

Lisboa - Oriente is 6 km from Lisbon city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainIc, 931, 933, Re, 16001, 16003, 16005, 16007, 16009, 16011, 16013, 16015, 16017, 16019, 16021, 16023, 16025, 16027, 16029, 16031, 16033, 16035, 16037, 16039, 16041, 16043, 16045, 16047, 16049, 36001, 36003 · 7m · €1 · every ~7 min
Bus725, 208, 759, 705 · 0m · €3 · every ~17 min
SubwayVermelha · 12m · €2 · every ~19 min

Lisboa - Oriente train station facilities and services

Lisboa - Oriente has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Lisboa - Oriente.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Lisboa - Oriente.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lisboa - Oriente: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Lisboa - Oriente: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Oriente.

Lisboa - Santa ApoloniaAv. Infante Dom Henrique 1, 1100-105 Lisboa, PortugalParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Lisboa - Santa Apolonia from Lisbon city centre

Bus734 · 7m · €3 · every ~6 min
SubwayAzul · 5m · €2 · every ~21 min

Lisboa - Santa Apolonia train station facilities and services

Lisboa - Santa Apolonia has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Lisboa - Santa Apolonia.

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