The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid Chamartín to Gijon
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
379 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid Chamartín to Gijon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Chamartín to Gijon will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 4 trains that leave Madrid Chamartín for Gijon on Thu, May 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 379 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 58 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.
0412111:23 AM3h58Madrid Chamartín3:21 PMGijon$431One-way0 transfers
042617:04 AM3h58Madrid Chamartín11:02 AMGijon$521One-way0 transfers
057212:59 PM3h44Madrid Chamartín6:43 PMGijon$611One-way0 transfers
041614:37 PM3h41Madrid Chamartín8:18 PMGijon$861One-way0 transfers
041614:37 PM3h41Madrid Chamartín8:18 PMGijon$861One-way0 transfers
057212:59 PM3h44Madrid Chamartín6:43 PMGijon$611One-way0 transfers
0412111:23 AM3h58Madrid Chamartín3:21 PMGijon$431One-way0 transfers
042617:04 AM3h58Madrid Chamartín11:02 AMGijon$521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid Chamartín to Gijon
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid Chamartín to Gijon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $30.
Distance: 235 miles (379 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$53 Average price | $37 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 1m Average total duration 4h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Chamartín to Gijon:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid Chamartín to Gijon costing on average $53 (€42).
A bus is $89 (€71) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid Chamartín to Gijon costing on average $126 (€100).
Other travel options to Gijon take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 31m.
Bus takes on average 5h 11m.
The journey is about 2m faster (4h 31m by train vs 4h 33m by car) and roughly $68 (€54) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($53 (€42) vs $121 (€96)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, AVE.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Madrid Chamartín to Gijon train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Chamartín to Gijon trains for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
04181 | Delayed 4:56 PM 6:51 PMMadrid Chamartín | 3h59 | 8:50 PM 8:50 PMGijon | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 7 | |||||
04261 | Delayed 7:04 AM Madrid Chamartín | 3h58 | 9:02 AM 9:02 AMGijon | 0 transfersDirect | |
04121 | 11:23 AM Madrid Chamartín | 3h58 | 3:21 PM Gijon | 0 transfersDirect | |
05721 | 2:59 PM Madrid Chamartín | 3h44 | 6:43 PM Gijon | 0 transfersDirect | |
04161 | 4:37 PM Madrid Chamartín | 3h41 | 8:18 PM Gijon | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid Chamartín to Gijon
Trains from Madrid Chamartín to Gijon run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 17:51. The fastest train covers the 235 miles (379 km) distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 235 miles (379 km) |
Average train duration 4h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 5:51 PM |
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Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, AVE, Renfe INTERCITY from Madrid Chamartín to Gijon trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, AVE, Renfe INTERCITY trains will get you between Madrid Chamartín and Gijon from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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AVE
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FAQs: Trains from Madrid Chamartín to Gijon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Chamartín to Gijon 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 Gijon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.



