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Artium Museoa
The Basque Museum-Center of Contemporary Art, known for major modern and contemporary collections and rotating exhibitions in a central city location.
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
9 h 11 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
It's difficult to get from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz without transferring at least once.
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00632Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $30.
Distance: 171 miles (276 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$43 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price | $102 Average price | $70 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz costing on average $45 (€36).
A train is $59 (€47) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz costing on average $102 (€82).
Other travel options to Vitoria-Gasteiz take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 4m.
Train takes on average 4h 9m.
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 INTERCITY, Renfe MD.
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 Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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06261+ 18021 | On time 6:09 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 11h03 | 5:12 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 1 transfer | |
06261+ 00632 | On time 6:09 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 12h13 | 6:22 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 1 transfer | |
06011+ 00632 | On time 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h25 | 6:22 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 1 transfer | |
06011+ 18021 | On time 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 7h15 | 5:12 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 1 transfer | |
06111+ 00632 | On time 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 7h00 | 6:22 PM Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 1 transfer |
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Trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 16:37. The fastest train covers the 171 miles (276 km) distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 171 miles (276 km) |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 4:37 PM |
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Discover the best of Vitoria-Gasteiz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vitoria-Gasteiz trip today.
The Basque Museum-Center of Contemporary Art, known for major modern and contemporary collections and rotating exhibitions in a central city location.
A combined museum complex housing the Archaeology Museum of Álava and the Fournier Playing Card Museum, making it one of the city’s most distinctive cultural stops.
Fine arts museum in the historic center with Basque, Spanish, and regional works in an elegant early-20th-century palace setting.
The medieval old town is the city’s essential walking area, full of historic streets, stone houses, small plazas, and many of Vitoria-Gasteiz’s key monuments.
A historic central park with romantic landscaping, mature trees, and a bandstand, offering one of the city’s most pleasant strolls.
The Green Belt is a network of parks and walking-cycling routes encircling the city, a flagship example of Vitoria-Gasteiz’s sustainability identity.
Small bar snacks served on bread or as bite-size creations, central to Basque social eating and especially popular in Vitoria-Gasteiz taverns.
Highly prized spring mushrooms from Álava, often prepared simply in revuelto or sautés, celebrated for their delicate aroma and local seasonal identity.
Soft scrambled eggs with local perretxiko mushrooms, a classic Álava seasonal dish that highlights one of the province's best-known ingredients.
Respected fine-dining restaurant with a long reputation for elegant Basque cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and polished service.
Historic restaurant in a landmark building, known for traditional Basque and Alavese cuisine with a refined yet classic atmosphere.
Well-known pintxos bar and restaurant, famous for creative Basque small plates and a lively central setting.
Moderate for Spain. Pintxos and set lunches are good value; hotels and fine dining cost more during peak periods.
Tipping is modest. Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; small change in bars and cafés is enough. Taxis can be rounded up.
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Vitoria-Gasteiz Railway Station -> Plaza de la Virgen Blanca, Vitoria-Gasteiz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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