The cheapest and fastest trains from Motril to Madrid
Cheapest price
€40
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
5 h 34 m
Average duration
5 h 34 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
408 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Motril to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Motril to Madrid will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
Of the 1 trains that leave Motril for Madrid on Sat, Feb 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 28 the direct trains cover the 408 km distance in an average of 5 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 34 m .
On Sat, Feb 28 the slowest trains will take 5 h 34 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Motril to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Motril to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €22.
Distance: 408 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€41 Average price | €29 Average price Cheapest | €112 Average price |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Motril to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Motril to Madrid trains for today, Friday, February 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
02167 | On time 2:09 PM Granada station | 3h30 | 5:39 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
02197 | On time 5:10 PM Granada station | 3h43 | 8:53 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Motril to Madrid
Trains from Motril to Madrid run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 20:00. The fastest train covers the 408 km distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 408 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 06:04 |
Last train 20:00 |
Train companies: AVE from Motril to Madrid trainsAVE trains will get you between Motril and Madrid from €16. 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 Motril to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motril 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 Motril 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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