The cheapest and fastest trains from Salou to Madrid
Cheapest price
€79
Average price
€79
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salou to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salou to Madrid will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €79.
Of the 1 trains that leave Salou for Madrid on Sun, May 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 415 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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.
066108:54 PM2h54Camp de Tarragona11:48 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€791One-way0 transfers
066108:54 PM2h54Camp de Tarragona11:48 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Salou to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salou to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. 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 train costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €26.
Distance: 415 km
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€47 Average price Cheapest | €108 Average price |
4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salou to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Salou to Madrid trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06610 | Delayed 6:54 PM 8:54 PMCamp de Tarragona | 2h54 | 9:48 PM 9:48 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Salou to Madrid by train or flight
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Why should you book Salou to Madrid trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs iryo?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for iryo, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF OUIGO, Ouigo Spain or Renfe to find the best option for your trip from Salou to Madrid.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Raileurope?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salou to Madrid
Trains from Salou to Madrid run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 415 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 415 km |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 6:12 AM |
Last train 9:13 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Ouigo Spain, Renfe from Salou to Madrid trainsiryo, SNCF OUIGO, Ouigo Spain, Renfe trains will get you between Salou and Madrid from €22. 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 Salou to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salou 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 Salou 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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