The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Nîmes
Cheapest price
€189
Average price
€199
Fastest journey
7 h 33 m
Average duration
11 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
765 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Nîmes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Nîmes will cost around €199 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €189.
Of the 5 trains that leave Madrid for Nîmes on Sun, Mar 29, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 29 the direct trains cover the 765 km distance in an average of 11 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 33 m .
On Sun, Mar 29 the slowest trains will take 13 h 56 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.
0972512:50PM7h33Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes08:23PMNîmes station€1891One-way0 transfers
03083 · 0972508:27AM11h56Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes08:23PMNîmes station€1951One-way1 transfer
03073 · 0972507:27AM12h56Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes08:23PMNîmes station€1951One-way1 transfer
03311 · 0972506:27AM13h56Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes08:23PMNîmes station€1991One-way1 transfer
03113 · 0972511:27AM8h56Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes08:23PMNîmes station€2181One-way1 transfer
0972512:50PM7h33Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes08:23PMNîmes station€1891One-way0 transfers
03113 · 0972511:27AM8h56Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes08:23PMNîmes station€2181One-way1 transfer
03083 · 0972508:27AM11h56Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes08:23PMNîmes station€1951One-way1 transfer
03073 · 0972507:27AM12h56Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes08:23PMNîmes station€1951One-way1 transfer
03311 · 0972506:27AM13h56Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes08:23PMNîmes station€1991One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Madrid to Nîmes
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Nîmes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 765 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€131 Average price | €43 Average price Cheapest |
7h 21m Average total duration Fastest 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 3m Average total duration 13h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg 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
Madrid to Nîmes train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Nîmes trains for today, Saturday, March 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
03311 · 09725 | On time 5:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 13h56 | 7:23 PM Nîmes station | 1 transfer | |
03083 · 09725 | On time 7:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 11h56 | 7:23 PM Nîmes station | 1 transfer | |
03091 · 09725 | On time 7:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 11h26 | 7:23 PM Nîmes station | 1 transfer | |
03093 · 09725 | On time 8:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 10h56 | 7:23 PM Nîmes station | 1 transfer | |
03303 · 09725 | On time 9:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 9h56 | 7:23 PM Nîmes station | 1 transfer | |
03113 · 09725 | On time 10:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h56 | 7:23 PM Nîmes station | 1 transfer | |
03123 · 09725 | On time 11:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 7h56 | 7:23 PM Nîmes station | 1 transfer | |
09725 | On time 11:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 7h33 | 7:23 PM Nîmes station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 29 | |||||
03311 · 09725 | On time 4:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 13h56 | 6:23 PM Nîmes station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Nîmes
Trains from Madrid to Nîmes run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 13:25. The fastest train covers the 765 km distance in 7h 8m.
Distance 765 km |
Average train duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 8m |
First train 06:27 |
Last train 13:25 |
Train companies: AVE, TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros from Madrid to Nîmes trainsAVE, TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Madrid and Nîmes 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 Madrid to Nîmes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Nîmes 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 Nîmes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid to Nîmes
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 1 Boulevard Sergent Triaire.
- Le Cheval Blanc
- Restaurant La Table du 2
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hôtel Empire
- Hôtel de L'Amphithéâtre
- Hôtel Marquis de la Baume
- Located in the main hall
- 500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Paris, regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram-bus: Line T1
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