Train to Madrid - Book cheap tickets online with AVE

Enjoy a quick and easy journey on a train to Madrid with AVE, the high-speed train from Renfe, the main Spanish railroad company and official travel partner of Omio. Search all AVE train schedules and tickets on Omio to find the best deals for a train to Madrid. Look out for ticket options like Promo, Promo +, and Flexible to find the most convenient train to Madrid ride for you. Renfe AVE even offers discount cards for regular customers, such as the Renfe Gold Card and the + Renfe Youth 50 Card, which can be used when buying AVE tickets on Omio.

Renfe covers around 9,300 miles (15, 000 km) between national and international routes, among which are its AVE routes that connect the main cities of Spain. AVE trains are well-known among travelers for providing ultimate comfort, flexibility and convenience. Their trains are the most popular of Renfe’s fleet due to their high speeds reaching up to 192 mph (310 kmh) on select routes. They are also popular with travelers due to their premium services onboard, such as a restaurant, bathrooms, WiFi access, and entertainment.

Iryo is a new brand from railway operator ILSA operating in Spain since 2022. Iryo uses Frecciarossa 1000 trains which are modern, can travel at up to 360km/h and have a minimal environmental impact. Iryo’s Frecciarossa trains have different classes, all of which come with free unlimited WiFi, power sockets, toilets and an onboard entertainment portal where you can watch films and TV series. The main classes are: Infinita Class, Singular Café Class, Singular Class, Inicial Class. These new trains take 2 hours and 30 minutes to travel between Madrid and Barcelona. They depart from Madrid Atocha and Barcelona Sants stations, and stop in Zaragoza along the way. Iryo services also cover Madrid, Cuenca, Valencia, Alicante, Córdoba, Seville and Málaga.

Renfe Avlo is a Spanish low-cost high-speed rail service that operates the routes between the cities of Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona, and Valencia by the national rail company Renfe. Avlo trains travel at speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). All Avlo tickets are in Economy or "Básica" Class with assigned seats and include onboard services like free wifi, onboard-entertainment (via the PlayRenfe app or network), power sockets and vending machines. Child tickets available from 0 to 13 years old then 14 or over counts as an adult ticket. You can upgrade your ticket to bring extra luggage onboard on top of your included backpack and 55x35x25 cm hand luggage with no weight limit. Cheap Avlo tickets start from 7 Euros and are a great option for travelling to Madrid by train.

Renfe Regional Exprés is a regional train service operated by Renfe, the Spanish national railway company. It operates throughout Spain, with services running from early morning to late evening. Renfe Regional Exprés offers a variety of train types, including the Media Distancia, and Larga Distancia. The Media Distancia and Larga Distancia are medium- and long-distance trains, respectively. Ticket types include in this type of train is just Turista. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Renfe Regional Exprés are Madrid-Barcelona, Madrid-Valencia, and Madrid-Seville.

OUIGO is a low-cost train company based in France. It offers high-speed trains that run between major cities in France, as well as international destinations. The trains are divided into two types: TGV and Intercités. The TGV trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 320 km/h, while the Intercités trains are slightly slower but still offer a comfortable journey. OUIGO offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, Flexi and Premium. Standard tickets are the most affordable, while Flexi and Premium tickets offer more flexibility and additional benefits such as priority boarding and access to the OUIGO Lounge. Onboard, passengers can enjoy free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for OUIGO are Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille.

Renfe Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Spanish national railway company, Renfe. It operates throughout Spain, connecting major cities and towns with frequent departures throughout the day. The Intercity service offers a variety of train types, including the Alvia and Talgo, all of which offer comfortable seating and modern amenities. Alvia and Talgo offer fast trains but not as fast the high-speed trains like AVE, offering more stops. Passengers can choose from a range of ticket types, including Economy, Business, and First Class. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe Intercity include Madrid to Barcelona, Madrid to Seville, and Barcelona to Valencia.

Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.

TGV INOUI is a high-speed train service operated by the French national railway company SNCF. It operates throughout France, connecting major cities such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Lille. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, and TGV Océane. The Duplex is a double-decker train with comfortable seating and plenty of legroom, while the Lyria is a high-speed train that connects France and Switzerland. The Océane is a regional train that connects Paris to the Atlantic coast. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of ticket types, including the Prem's ticket, which offers discounts for travelers who book in advance, and the Carte Jeune, which offers discounts for young travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for TGV INOUI are Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille. These routes offer travelers a convenient and comfortable way to travel between France's major cities.

SNCF Intercités de nuit is a night train service operated by the French national railway company, SNCF. It operates throughout France, connecting major cities and towns with overnight services. The trains come in two types: the Intercités de Nuit and the Intercités de Nuit Premium. The Intercités de Nuit offers comfortable sleeping compartments with bunk beds, while the Intercités de Nuit Premium offers more luxurious compartments with private bathrooms. Both types of trains offer onboard facilities such as a restaurant car, a bar, and a lounge area. Ticket types include the Intercités de Nuit ticket, which covers the cost of the journey, and the Intercités de Nuit Premium ticket, which includes a meal and a complimentary drink. The most popular routes for SNCF Intercités de nuit are Paris to Nice, Paris to Bordeaux, and Paris to Marseille.

Renfe Media Distancia is a Spanish train service that operates throughout the country for short to medium-distance trips. It offers the train types Avant, Media Distancia (MD), Regional and Regional Express with different levels of comfort and speed, so passengers can choose the one that best suits their needs. The ticket types available include single tickets, return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Renfe Media Distancia are A Coruña to Vigo, Alicante to Murcia, Barcelona to Girona.

Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger trains on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. You can use these savings offers and discount cards on Omio when booking your trip to Madrid. Renfe has a vast fleet of trains with different levels of comfort, amenities and speed. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.

Make traveling in France as convenient as possible with SNCF, the country’s national train company. SNCF trains take you on a multitude of national, regional and local routes as well as international routes to Spain and Germany. There are many ticket types available, including the cheap Prem tickets, standard Loisir tickets and Pro tickets for greater flexibility. There are also discount cards like the Youth Card and Senior Card, which you can use on Omio when purchasing SNCF tickets.

SNCF offers value for money on routes to Madrid, and we can help you find the best deals available. Simply check current SNCF train times for the NaN miles (NaN km) long route, compare the best fares available, and buy your cheap train ticket to Madrid on Omio quickly and easily.

SNCF offers different types of trains on its routes, such as the TGV high-speed train, the classic Intercité and the TER, SNCF's regional train. On the state-of-the-art TGV trains that serve the major long-distance routes and the Channel Tunnel, you will find air-conditioned train cars with free WiFi, a bar, and an onboard restaurant amongst other onsite services.