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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Madrid
Cheapest price
$297
Average price
$297
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 7 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 7 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1312 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Madrid will cost around $297 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $297.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Madrid without transferring at least 3 times.
1:11 PM27h07Bologna4:18 PMMadrid$2971One-way3 transfers
- 1:11 PM27h07Bologna4:18 PMMadrid$2971One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $63, and a train costs an average of $333.
Distance: 815 miles (1312 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$333 Average price | $186 Average price Cheapest | $195 Average price |
26h 49m Average total duration 26h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 26h 14m Average total duration 25h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.9 - 7.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Madrid trains for today, Tuesday, April 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:11 PM Bologna | 27h07 | 4:18 PM Madrid | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Madrid
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Trains from Bologna to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 26h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $333 (€266) but you can travel from only $63 (€50) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 17:10. The fastest train covers the 815 miles (1312 km) distance in 26h 19m.
Distance 815 miles (1312 km) |
Average train duration 26h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $333 (€266) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 26h 19m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 5:10 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Frecciarossa from Bologna to Madrid trainsFrecciarossa trains will get you between Bologna and Madrid from $63 (€50). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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