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Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price on Oct 20
$28
Average ticket price on Oct 20
$41
Fastest journey on Oct 20
1 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
1 h 45 m
Trains on Oct 20
11
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burgos to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burgos to Madrid will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
On Tue, Oct 20, we found 11 trains from Burgos to Madrid, including 11 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 20 the direct trains cover the 215 km distance in an average of 1 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
On Tue, Oct 20 the slowest trains will take 1 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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04186Trains from Burgos to Madrid run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 133 miles (215 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 133 miles (215 km) |
Average train duration 2h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 6:40 AM |
Last train 8:18 PM |
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Best time to book 77 days |
The table below shows live departures for Burgos to Madrid trains for today, Monday, October 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18014 | On time 5:20 PM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 4h22 | 9:42 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 0 transfersDirect | |
05792 | On time 5:21 PM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 1h39 | 7:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04786 | On time 6:32 PM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 1h51 | 8:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04176 | On time 8:22 PM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 1h58 | 10:20 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04366 | On time 8:22 PM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 1h58 | 10:20 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05080 | 6:40 AM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 1h33 | 8:13 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04056 | 8:50 AM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 1h48 | 10:38 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
18010 | 9:00 AM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 4h25 | 1:25 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 0 transfersDirect | |
04186 | 9:34 AM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 1h54 | 11:28 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04086 | 11:54 AM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 1h57 | 1:51 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
18012 | 2:25 PM Burgos - Rosa Manzano | 4h30 | 6:55 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burgos 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 Burgos to Madrid trains use the Burgos - Rosa Manzano to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Use this guide to compare Burgos and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Burgos - Rosa Manzano is 3 km from Burgos city centre. Public transport options include:
Burgos - Rosa Manzano has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Burgos - Rosa Manzano.
Ticket office support is available at Burgos - Rosa Manzano. Information desks are available at Burgos - Rosa Manzano.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Burgos - Rosa Manzano: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Burgos - Rosa Manzano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Burgos - Rosa Manzano.
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.
Madrid Príncipe Pío is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Príncipe Pío 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Casa Mingo, Café de Oriente, Noodles King
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Príncipe Pío, Acta Madfor Hotel, Hotel Exe Moncloa.
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