Madrid to Tarragona train with AVE

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Tarragona

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Nov
Cheapest price on 13 Nov
€33
Average ticket price on 13 Nov
€72
Fastest journey on 13 Nov
2 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 13 Nov
2 h 36 m
Trains on 13 Nov
21
Distance
424 km
Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Madrid to Tarragona will cost around €72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €33.

Fast trains

On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 21 trains from Madrid to Tarragona, including 15 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 424 km distance in an average of 2 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Madrid to Tarragona

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Trains from Madrid to Tarragona run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €5 by coach.

There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 424 km distance in 2h 4m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from €5
Distance
424 km
Average train duration
3h 21m
Cheapest ticket price
€16
Trains per day
14
Direct trains
11
Fastest train
2h 4m
First train
6:08 AM
Last train
9:13 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
14 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from €5

Live departures

Madrid to Tarragona train times

The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Tarragona trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
AVE03173
On time
5:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h59
8:26 PM Camp de Tarragona		0 changesdirect
AVE03183
On time
6:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h41
9:08 PM Camp de Tarragona		0 changesdirect
iryo061816:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h28
9:00 PM Camp de Tarragona0 changesdirect
iryo060157:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h40
10:09 PM Camp de Tarragona0 changesdirect
AVE033097:34 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
3h03
10:37 PM Camp de Tarragona0 changesdirect
iryo062616:09 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h41
8:50 AM Camp de Tarragona0 changesdirect
iryo06261+Renfe170506:09 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
9h45
3:54 PM Tarragona station1 change
AVE030737:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
3h01
10:28 AM Camp de Tarragona0 changesdirect
AVE030918:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h28
11:25 AM Camp de Tarragona0 changesdirect
iryo06091+Renfe170569:12 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
11h12
8:24 PM Tarragona station1 change
iryo06091+Renfe170509:12 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
6h42
3:54 PM Tarragona station1 change
AVE030939:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h54
12:21 PM Camp de Tarragona0 changesdirect
SNCF OUIGO065019:31 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h44
12:15 PM Camp de Tarragona0 changesdirect
iryo060119:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h42
12:39 PM Camp de Tarragona0 changesdirect
iryo06011+Renfe170569:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
10h27
8:24 PM Tarragona station1 change
iryo06111+Renfe1705611:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
9h02
8:24 PM Tarragona station1 change
AVE0311311:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
3h01
2:28 PM Camp de Tarragona0 changesdirect
iryo06121+Renfe1705612:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
8h02
8:24 PM Tarragona station1 change
AVE0972512:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h48
3:38 PM Camp de Tarragona0 changesdirect
iryo060212:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
2h45
5:27 PM Camp de Tarragona0 changesdirect
AVE033053:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
3h02
6:29 PM Camp de Tarragona0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Why should you book Madrid to Tarragona trains with Omio?

AVE as well as SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe and more offer trains services from Madrid to Tarragona.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Madrid to Tarragona.

Why book with Omio vs AVE?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF OUIGO, iryo or Renfe to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Tarragona.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare AVE with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Madrid to Tarragona.

Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Raileurope or Trainline?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF OUIGO, iryo or Renfe to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Tarragona.
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Tarragona.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Madrid to Tarragona?

The best time to book your train from Madrid to Tarragona is 1 day before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Madrid to Tarragona route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Madrid to Tarragona per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Madrid to Tarragona.

Train companies: AVE, Renfe, iryo, SNCF OUIGO from Madrid to Tarragona trainsAVE, Renfe, iryo, SNCF OUIGO trains will get you between Madrid and Tarragona from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

AVE

About
Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe’s high-speed trains. AVE connects major cities across Spain at speeds of up to 310 km/h (193 mph), offering a fast and smooth travel experience. Ticket options include Promo, Promo+, and Flexible fares to suit different budgets, along with discount cards such as the Gold Card and +Renfe Youth 50 Card for eligible travelers. AVE trains feature modern amenities including comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard catering, making them a convenient and enjoyable way to travel across Spain.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average AVE Duration
2h 4m
Cheapest AVE Price
€16
AVE frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. At-seat service in Preferente (First) Class
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets under 10kg in carriers allowed free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone

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 Renfe Duration
4h 56m
Cheapest Renfe Price
€21
Renfe frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
一件手提行李和最多三件行李免费。
Luggage storage
车顶行李架、车厢末端的行李区，以及座位之间的空间
Cancellation Policy
根据票务条件可取消
Refund
因取消列车而提供全额退款
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
大多数长途列车上设有餐车（自助餐厅），提供热餐和冷餐、小吃及饮料。头等舱乘客享有座位服务。
Seat reservation
可选座位预订。某些票种包含在内，其他票种需额外收费。建议在高峰旅行时段使用。
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
轮椅空间、无障碍厕所和为行动不便的乘客提供的协助服务。
Pets
小型宠物在笼子里可以免费旅行。狗必须系上牵引绳并戴上嘴套，需要购买票。导盲犬可以免费旅行。
Quiet zone

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 iryo Duration
2h 28m
Cheapest iryo Price
€23
iryo frequency
4 a day
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

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 SNCF OUIGO Duration
2h 19m
Cheapest SNCF OUIGO Price
€25
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

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Madrid and Tarragona

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a train from Madrid to Tarragona, you can count on AVE, SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe for the best way to get you to Tarragona. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Madrid and Tarragona and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Madrid to Tarragona train

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

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Madrid to Tarragona can start from as little as €16 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Madrid to Tarragona is €58; 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 Tarragona is 2h 4m to travel the 424 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 Tarragona leaves at 6:08 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Madrid to Tarragona leaves at 9:13 pm.
Yes, there are 11 direct trains a day from Madrid to Tarragona with AVE, SNCF OUIGO, iryo. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Tarragona. Take the fast train with AVE, SNCF OUIGO, iryo from Madrid to Tarragona.
A trip to Tarragona from Madrid is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 4m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Tarragona including taking a coach, train and flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Tarragona

Most Madrid to Tarragona trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Camp de Tarragona station pair, with some services arriving at Tarragona. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Tarragona 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 Tarragona

Which Madrid station do trains to Tarragona leave from?

Trains from Madrid to Tarragona 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.

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