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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Salamanca to Madrid
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€22
Fastest journey on Sep 23
1 h 37 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
1 h 54 m
Trains on Sep 23
7
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salamanca to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salamanca to Madrid will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 7 trains from Salamanca to Madrid, including 7 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 37 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 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.
5:44 PM1h40Salamanca7:24 PMMadrid€181One-way0 transfers- 8:48 AM1h37Salamanca10:25 AMMadrid€181One-way0 transfers
- 1:25 PM1h48Salamanca3:13 PMMadrid€181One-way0 transfers
- 4:44 PM1h40Salamanca6:24 PMMadrid€231One-way0 transfers
5:00 PM2h56Salamanca7:56 PMMadrid€251One-way0 transfers
- 8:48 AM1h37Salamanca10:25 AMMadrid€181One-way0 transfers
- 5:44 PM1h40Salamanca7:24 PMMadrid€181One-way0 transfers
- 4:44 PM1h40Salamanca6:24 PMMadrid€231One-way0 transfers
- 1:25 PM1h48Salamanca3:13 PMMadrid€181One-way0 transfers
- 7:01 PM2h45Salamanca9:46 PMMadrid€251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Salamanca to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Salamanca to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, while a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 175 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€24 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Salamanca to Madrid:
A bus is €9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salamanca to Madrid costing on average €24.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 27m.
Live departures
Salamanca to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Salamanca to Madrid trains for today, Tuesday, September 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:48 AM Salamanca | 1h37 | 10:25 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:48 AM Salamanca | 1h37 | 11:25 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:25 PM Salamanca | 1h41 | 4:06 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 PM Salamanca | 2h56 | 6:56 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:44 PM Salamanca | 1h40 | 6:24 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 PM Salamanca | 2h56 | 7:56 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:44 PM Salamanca | 1h40 | 7:24 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:01 PM Salamanca | 2h45 | 8:46 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:01 PM Salamanca | 2h45 | 9:46 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salamanca to Madrid
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Trains from Salamanca to Madrid run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 21:11. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 5:47 AM |
Last train 9:11 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Renfe MD, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe AVANT, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe AVLO from Salamanca to Madrid trainsRenfe MD, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe AVANT, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe AVLO trains will get you between Salamanca and Madrid from €3. 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 Salamanca to Madrid
Salamanca is an elegant university city in the north-west of Spain with a rich history. Students, business travelers and tourists heading to the capital can take regular direct trains from Salamanca to Madrid Chamartin or Principe Pio stations. There are daily departures from the early morning to the mid evening. Services include high-speed connections taking around one hour and 30 minutes to reach Madrid and regional expresses taking about twice as long, so passengers can choose the time and price combination to suit their requirements.
Which train companies travel from Salamanca to Madrid?
Rail services from Salamanca to Madrid are provided by the Spanish national rail operator Renfe. Their schedule includes high-speed Alvia and Avant trains to Madrid Chamartin Station and slower Media Distancia services to Madrid Principe Pio.
How long is the train from Salamanca to Madrid?
Renfe's high-speed Alvia and Avant trains are the fastest option on the 130-mile trip east to Madrid, taking just over one hour and 30 minutes to reach Chamartin. Media Distancia services to Madrid Principe Pio take from two hours and 38 minutes to over three hours. The early-morning Trenhotel departure takes three hours and 44 minutes.
How many trains are there from Salamanca to Madrid?
There are eleven direct trains daily from Salamanca to Madrid beginning with the very early morning Trenhotel service, followed by trains roughly every hour in the morning and every two hours in the afternoon and evening. Sunday and holiday schedules feature one fewer service to the capital.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Salamanca to Madrid?
Departure train station: Salamanca's main station is located north-east of the historic center, with regular connections from downtown on local bus route 1, taking around 15 minutes. The station concourse has restaurants, coffee shops, gift stores, and a car rental desk.
Arrival train station: Chamartin Station is located on the north side of the city center, with public transport links on city bus routes and on line C1 of the Cercanias suburban rail network. Principe Pio interchange station is situated on the western side of Madrid with connections on two lines of the Madrid Metro and three Cercanias lines, in addition to numerous buses. Both stations have cafe-bars, shopping malls, and baggage storage lockers.
FAQs: Trains from Salamanca to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salamanca 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.
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Popular train stations from Salamanca to Madrid
Most Salamanca to Madrid trains use the Salamanca to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Use this guide to compare Salamanca and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Salamanca station do trains to Madrid leave from?
Getting to Salamanca from Salamanca city centre
Salamanca train station facilities and services
Salamanca 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: El Alquimista, Restaurante Isidro
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salamanca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salamanca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salamanca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salamanca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salamanca: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alameda Palace, Gran Hotel Corona Sol, Hotel Castellano Centro.
Which Madrid station do trains from Salamanca arrive at?
Getting to Madrid Chamartín from Madrid city centre
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín train station facilities and services
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including 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 and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Getting to Madrid Príncipe Pío from Madrid city centre
Madrid Príncipe Pío is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Príncipe Pío train station facilities and services
Madrid Príncipe Pío 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Casa Mingo, Café de Oriente, Noodles King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Príncipe Pío, Acta Madfor Hotel, Hotel Exe Moncloa.
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