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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Dax
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
7 h 56 m
Average duration
12 h 37 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
427 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Dax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Dax will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Dax without transferring at least 2 times.
7:20 AM7h56Madrid3:16 PMDax$821One-way2 transfers- 2:46 PM15h12Madrid5:58 AMDax$821One-way2 transfers
- 5:37 PM14h42Madrid8:19 AMDax$1111One-way2 transfers
- 7:20 AM7h56Madrid3:16 PMDax$821One-way2 transfers
- 5:37 PM14h42Madrid8:19 AMDax$1111One-way2 transfers
- 2:46 PM15h12Madrid5:58 AMDax$821One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Madrid to Dax
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Dax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $82. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $82, and a flight costs an average of $49.
Distance: 265 miles (427 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$91 Average price Cheapest | $170 Average price | $197 Average price | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 28m Average total duration 12h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Dax:
A train is $80 (€65) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Dax costing on average $170 (€139).
A train is $106 (€87) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Dax costing on average $197 (€161).
Other travel options to Dax take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 20m.
Train takes on average 12h 58m.
Tickets start at around $91 (€74) compared to roughly $112 (€91) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $21 (€17). The journey takes 12h 58m versus 5h 43m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Madrid to Dax train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Dax trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:37 PM Madrid | 14h40 | 8:17 AM Dax | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 7:20 AM Madrid | 7h56 | 3:16 PM Dax | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Dax
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Trains from Madrid to Dax run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $82 (€67) but you can travel from only $49 (€40) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 07:05. The fastest train covers the 265 miles (427 km) distance in 7h 56m.
Distance 265 miles (427 km) |
Average train duration 12h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€67) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 7h 56m |
First train 7:05 AM |
Last train 7:05 AM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Renfe Viajeros from Madrid to Dax trainsRenfe Viajeros trains will get you between Madrid and Dax from $49 (€40). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Dax
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