Milan to Madrid train with AVE

Mon, 28 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Milan to Madrid

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 28 Sept

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

Cheap tickets

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$.

Fast trains

To travel from Milan to Madrid you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Trenitalia
    3:48 PM24h30
    Milan
    4:18 PMMadrid
    291 S$1One-way
    2 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.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Trenitalia3:48 PM Milan
24h30
4:18 PM Madrid2 changes

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Why should you book Milan to Madrid trains with Omio?

AVE operates all trains services from Milan to Madrid.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Milan to Madrid.

Why book with Omio vs AVE?

  • Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare AVE with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Milan to Madrid.

Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Raileurope or Trainline?

  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Milan to Madrid.

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

The best time to book your train from Milan to Madrid is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Milan to Madrid route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Milan to Madrid 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 Milan to Madrid.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Milan to Madrid

ItalyItaly
SpainSpain
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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.

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
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
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

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.

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
12h 12m
Cheapest AVE Price
23S$
AVE frequency
3 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.
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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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Milan to Madrid can start from as little as 23S$ when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Milan to Madrid is 86S$; 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 Milan to Madrid is 12h 12m to travel the 1188 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 Milan to Madrid leaves at 6:08 am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest train from Milan to Madrid leaves at 11:35 pm.
There are 3 trains a day from Milan to Madrid which require at least one change with AVE. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Milan to Madrid, you can count on AVE for the best way to get you to Madrid. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Milan and Madrid and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Madrid from Milan is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 12h 12m 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 Milan and Madrid including taking a train, coach and flight.

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.

Departure train stations in Milan
Arrival train stations in Madrid

Which Milan station do trains to Madrid leave from?

Trains from Milan to Madrid leave from Milano Centrale. The station is 3 km from Milan city centre at Piazza Duca d'Aosta, 1, 20124 Milan, Italy.
Milano CentralePiazza Duca d'Aosta, 1, 20124 Milan, Italy+39 892021WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Milano Centrale from Milan city centre

Milano Centrale is 2 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe51 · 11m · 3S$ · every ~5 min
BusNm3 · 9m · 3S$ · every ~1 min
60 · 31m · 3S$ · every ~10 min
Tram9 · 27m · 3S$ · every ~16 min
Subway3 · 11m · 3S$ · every ~25 min

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.

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