The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Madrid
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
291S$
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
291S$
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
1 d 30 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
1 d 30 m
Trains on 28 Sept
1
Distance
1188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Madrid will cost around 291S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 291S$.
To travel from Milan to Madrid you need to make at least 2 changes.
3:48 PM24h30Milan4:18 PMMadrid291 S$1One-way2 changes
3:48 PM24h30Milan4:18 PMMadrid291 S$1One-way2 changes
Live departures
Milan to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:48 PM Milan | 24h30 | 4:18 PM Madrid | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milan to Madrid
Trains from Milan to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 23S$ if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 1188 km distance in 12h 12m.
Distance 1188 km |
Average train duration 12h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price 23S$ |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 12h 12m |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
Train companies: AVE from Milan to Madrid trainsAVE trains will get you between Milan and Madrid from 23S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Milan to Madrid train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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
Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Madrid
Most Milan to Madrid trains use the Milano Centrale to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Milan and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Milan station do trains to Madrid leave from?
Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre
Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano Centrale train station facilities and services
Milano Centrale has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Venchi, Panzera Coffee, Burger King, Bar Motta, Caffè Napoli, VyTA Boulangerie, Spontini, Starbucks, Dispensa Emilia, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station. ATMs are there are ATMs in various locations around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 22:20. Information desks are located next to the ticket office on the ground floor in the shopping gallery.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Luigi di Savoia. It is open every day from 06:00 to 23:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano Centrale: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Milano Centrale: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano Centrale: Station is wheelchair accessible, has elevators and the Sala Blu, Trenitalia's office of assistance for disabled travelers, is next to Platform 4.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Glam Hotel Milano, NYX MIlan, iQ Hotel Milano.
Which Madrid station do trains from Milan 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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