Madrid to Salou train with SNCF OUIGO

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Salou

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Aug 29

Cheapest price on Aug 29

€45

Average ticket price on Aug 29

€71

Fastest journey on Aug 29

2 h 40 m

Average journey duration on Aug 29

2 h 42 m

Trains on Aug 29

4

Distance

415 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Madrid to Salou will cost around €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.

Fast trains

On Sat, Aug 29, we found 4 trains from Madrid to Salou, including 4 direct services.

On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 415 km distance in an average of 2 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .

On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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.

  • iryo06381
    6:19 PM2h41
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    9:00 PMCamp de Tarragona
    €451One-way
    0 transfers
  • iryo06015
    7:29 PM2h40
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    10:09 PMCamp de Tarragona
    €631One-way
    0 transfers
  • iryo06011
    9:57 AM2h42
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    12:39 PMCamp de Tarragona
    €761One-way
    0 transfers
  • iryo06021
    2:42 PM2h45
    Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    5:27 PMCamp de Tarragona
    €991One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid to Salou

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Salou among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €52 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €52, while a flight costs an average of €86.

Distance: 415 km

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€52

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Cheapest

€54

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€86

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5h 30m

Average total duration

5h 0m

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30m

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6h 22m

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5h 52m

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3h 42m

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1h 42m

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2h 0m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

1.2 - 2.5kg

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Live departures

Madrid to Salou train times

The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Salou trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
iryo06021
Delayed
2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h45
3:27 PM 3:27 PMCamp de Tarragona		0 transfersDirect
iryo06181
Delayed
6:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h28
7:00 PM 7:00 PMCamp de Tarragona		0 transfersDirect
iryo06015
Delayed
7:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h40
8:09 PM 8:09 PMCamp de Tarragona		0 transfersDirect
Saturday, August 29
iryo060119:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h42
12:39 PM Camp de Tarragona0 transfersDirect

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SNCF OUIGO as well as iryo or Renfe offer trains services from Madrid to Salou.
Omio is the only official third party seller for SNCF OUIGO tickets.

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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for SNCF OUIGO, but also compare tickets for the likes of iryo or Renfe to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Salou.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Madrid to Salou

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Trains from Madrid to Salou run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.

There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:14, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 415 km distance in 2h 28m.

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
415 km
Average train duration
5h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
€13
Trains per day
2
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
2h 28m
First train
9:14 AM
Last train
9:13 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Sun
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

Train companies: SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe from Madrid to Salou trainsSNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe trains will get you between Madrid and Salou from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

iryo

About
iryo is a new brand from railway operator ILSA operating in Spain since 2022. iryo uses Frecciarossa 1000 trains which are modern, can travel at up to 360km/h and have a minimal environmental impact. iryo’s Frecciarossa trains have different classes, all of which come with free unlimited WiFi, power sockets, toilets and an onboard entertainment portal where you can watch films and TV series. The main classes are: Infinita Class, Singular Café Class, Singular Class, Inicial Class. These new trains take 2 hours and 30 minutes to travel between Madrid and Barcelona. They depart from Madrid Atocha and Barcelona Sants stations, and stop in Zaragoza along the way. iryo services also cover Madrid, Cuenca, Valencia, Alicante, Córdoba, Seville and Málaga.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest Price
€13
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (36x56x26cm) and 1 handbag (36x30x10cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead compartments and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with Mediterranean cuisine, at-seat service in both classes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free. Large dogs need paid ticket
Quiet zone
Learn more about iryo

Renfe

About
Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 38m
Cheapest Price
€4
Renfe frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and up to three suitcases free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (cafeteria) available on most long-distance trains serving hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. First class passengers receive at-seat service
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation. Included in some ticket types, additional fee for others. Recommended during peak travel times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Learn more about Renfe

SNCF OUIGO

About
SNCF OUIGO is a low-cost train service launched in 2013 by SNCF, the French national railway company. It offers budget-friendly travel on both high-speed (Ouigo Grande Vitesse) and conventional (Ouigo Vitesse Classique) lines in France, and also to Belgium and Spain. OUIGO trains are characterized by a \no-frills\" approach, featuring a single class of seating and minimal onboard amenities to keep ticket prices low. While the high-speed services utilize specially reconfigured TGV trains, Ouigo Vitesse Classique uses older locomotive-hauled rolling stock for even cheaper fares on slower routes."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 16m
Cheapest Price
€14
SNCF OUIGO frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (max 36x27x15cm) and 1 small bag included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by OUIGO
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation mandatory and included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45x30x25cm) for €5. Large dogs not allowed except guide dogs

FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Salou

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Salou 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 Salou, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Madrid to Salou can start from as little as €13 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Madrid to Salou is €50; 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 Madrid to Salou is 2h 28m to travel the 415 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 Madrid to Salou leaves at 9:14 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Madrid to Salou leaves at 9:13 PM.
Yes,there are 2 direct trains a day from Madrid to Salou with SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Salou. Take the fast train with SNCF OUIGO, iryo from Madrid to Salou.
When taking a train from Madrid to Salou, you can count on SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe for the best way to get you to Salou. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Madrid and Salou and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Salou from Madrid is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 28m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Madrid to Salou is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Salou including taking a bus, train, and flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Madrid to Salou

Most Madrid to Salou trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Camp de Tarragona station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Salou train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Madrid
Arrival train stations in Salou

Which Madrid station do trains to Salou leave from?

Trains from Madrid to Salou leave from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. The station is 2 km from Madrid city centre at Glorieta Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain.
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena GrandesGlorieta Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain+34 912432343WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from Madrid city centre

Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainC3, C4, C4a, C4b · 5m · €1 · every ~15 min
Bus26, 32 · 6m · €1 · every ~60 min
Subway1 · 6m · €2 · every ~24 min

Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train station facilities and services

Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.

Tickets and information

The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.

More about Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes

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