- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
4 h 11 m
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Badajoz to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Badajoz to Madrid will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 7 trains that leave Badajoz for Madrid on Sat, Jun 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 06 the direct trains cover the 328 km distance in an average of 6 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 11 m .
On Sat, Jun 06 the slowest trains will take 9 h 17 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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02137Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Badajoz 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 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $22, and a flight costs an average of $64.
Distance: 203 miles (328 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$54 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price | $105 Average price | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Badajoz to Madrid:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Badajoz to Madrid costing on average $63 (€51).
A train is $51 (€41) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Badajoz to Madrid costing on average $105 (€85).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 31m.
Bus takes on average 5h 3m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Badajoz to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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18331+ 08151 | 6:50 AM Badajoz station | 9h34 | 4:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18331+ 02137 | 6:50 AM Badajoz station | 9h17 | 4:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18331+ 08111 | 6:50 AM Badajoz station | 6h34 | 1:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
00299 | 8:30 AM Badajoz station | 4h40 | 1:10 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
18777+ 02187 | 2:22 PM Badajoz station | 7h24 | 9:46 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18777+ 02217 | 2:22 PM Badajoz station | 9h21 | 11:43 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
00297 | 6:15 PM Badajoz station | 4h11 | 10:26 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Badajoz to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 203 miles (328 km) distance in 4h 8m.
Distance 203 miles (328 km) |
Average train duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 8m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 6:40 PM |
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Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Spain’s national museum of 20th-century and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections by Dalí and Miró.
A major art museum spanning Old Masters to modern works, complementing the Prado and Reina Sofía with an exceptionally broad private collection.
Madrid’s grand historic square, lined with arcades and elegant façades, and a classic starting point for exploring the old center.
The symbolic heart of Madrid, known for Kilometer Zero, the clock tower, and constant energy day and night.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walks, boating, monuments, gardens, and popular photo spots such as the Crystal Palace area.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, served in courses with broth, vegetables, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most traditional comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is simple, iconic, and widely loved.
A rich stew of tripe, chorizo, and morcilla cooked with paprika. It is a historic Madrid tavern dish with bold, hearty flavors.
Historic restaurant founded in the eighteenth century, famous for roast meats and classic Castilian cooking in an atmospheric old setting.
Legendary traditional restaurant best known for huevos rotos, with a polished yet classic tavern feel and strong local reputation.
Iconic spot for churros con chocolate, open long hours and known for a lively, historic atmosphere near the city center.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés; 5-10% in restaurants for very good service. Taxis are often rounded up, but tipping is not obligatory.
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Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes -> Sol, Madrid
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