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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Salou to Madrid
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€35
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€36
Fastest journey on Sep 05
2 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
2 h 52 m
Trains on Sep 05
6
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 €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 6 trains from Salou to Madrid, including 6 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct trains cover the 415 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 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.
063604:25 PM2h51Camp de Tarragona7:16 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€351One-way0 transfers- 0602011:51 AM2h51Camp de Tarragona2:42 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€351One-way0 transfers
- 060141:46 PM2h51Camp de Tarragona4:37 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€351One-way0 transfers
- 060129:19 AM2h57Camp de Tarragona12:16 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€351One-way0 transfers
- 060808:23 AM2h52Camp de Tarragona11:15 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€351One-way0 transfers
- 063604:25 PM2h51Camp de Tarragona7:16 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€351One-way0 transfers
- 0602011:51 AM2h51Camp de Tarragona2:42 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€351One-way0 transfers
- 060141:46 PM2h51Camp de Tarragona4:37 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€351One-way0 transfers
- 060808:23 AM2h52Camp de Tarragona11:15 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€351One-way0 transfers
066108:54 PM2h54Camp de Tarragona11:48 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€391One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, 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 an average ticket price of €46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 59m. 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 €46, while a flight costs an average of €80.
Distance: 415 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€46 Average price Cheapest | €54 Average price | €80 Average price | €85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Salou to Madrid:
A train is €8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Salou to Madrid costing on average €54.
A train is €34 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salou to Madrid costing on average €80.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 37m.
Bus takes on average 5h 55m.
Live departures
Salou to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Salou to Madrid trains for today, Friday, September 4. 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 | |
| 06210 | Delayed 7:01 PM 9:01 PMCamp de Tarragona | 2h51 | 11:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 5 | |||||
| 06080 | 8:23 AM Camp de Tarragona | 2h52 | 11:15 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06012 | 9:19 AM Camp de Tarragona | 2h57 | 12:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06020 | 11:51 AM Camp de Tarragona | 2h51 | 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06014 | 1:46 PM Camp de Tarragona | 2h51 | 4:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06360 | 4:25 PM Camp de Tarragona | 2h51 | 7:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salou to Madrid
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Trains from Salou to Madrid run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 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 51m.
Distance 415 km |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 6:12 AM |
Last train 9:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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
Most Salou to Madrid trains use the Camp de Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Salou and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do trains from Salou arrive at?
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:
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.
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