- Must visit
Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 21 m
Trains per day
9
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 $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 9 trains that leave Badajoz for Madrid on Wed, Jul 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 22 the direct trains cover the 328 km distance in an average of 5 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Wed, Jul 22 the slowest trains will take 6 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.
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02109Omio 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 $21. 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 $21, and a flight costs an average of $63.
Distance: 203 miles (328 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$53 Average price Cheapest | $62 Average price | $103 Average price | $80 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 $9 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Badajoz to Madrid costing on average $62 (€51).
A train is $50 (€41) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Badajoz to Madrid costing on average $103 (€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 today, Tuesday, July 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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00291 | Delayed 6:36 AM Badajoz station | 4h10 | 8:46 AM 8:46 AMAtocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
18331+ 08111 | 6:55 AM Badajoz station | 6h29 | 1:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18331+ 08161 | 6:55 AM Badajoz station | 10h54 | 5:49 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18331+ 08151 | 6:55 AM Badajoz station | 9h29 | 4:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
00293 | On time 7:21 AM Badajoz station | 4h33 | 11:54 AM 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 | |
18777+ 08211 | 2:22 PM Badajoz station | 8h29 | 10:51 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
00295 | On time 5:38 PM Badajoz station | 4h39 | 10:17 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 $21 (€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 $21 (€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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Badajoz 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.

Most Badajoz to Madrid trains use the Badajoz to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. Use this guide to compare Badajoz and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Badajoz is 1 km from Badajoz city centre. Public transport options include:
Badajoz has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink options are available at Badajoz.
Ticket office support is available at Badajoz.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Badajoz: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Badajoz.
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including 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 options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
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