- Must visit
Museu d'Art de Girona
Girona’s main art museum presents Romanesque to modern Catalan works in the former Episcopal Palace beside the cathedral.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 26 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
573 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Girona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Girona will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 33 trains that leave Madrid for Girona on Sat, Jul 25, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct trains cover the 573 km distance in an average of 4 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest trains will take 4 h 41 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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03073Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Girona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, and a bus costs an average of $65.
Distance: 356 miles (573 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$82 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price | $112 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 43m Average total duration Fastest 7h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Girona:
A train is $39 (€39) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Girona costing on average $121 (€121).
Other travel options to Girona take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 13m.
Bus takes on average 9h 23m.
Tickets start at around $82 (€82) compared to roughly $112 (€112) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $31 (€31). The journey takes 7h 13m versus 6h 56m 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 AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros.
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 to Girona trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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06071+ 03093 | Delayed 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 6h36 | 11:58 AM 11:58 AMGirona station | 1 transfer | |
06071+ 15808 | On time 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h43 | 1:05 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06071+ 15910 | On time 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h55 | 12:17 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
03073 | On time 7:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h41 | 12:08 PM Girona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
06081+ 03093 | Delayed 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h36 | 11:58 AM 11:58 AMGirona station | 1 transfer | |
06081+ 15808 | On time 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h43 | 1:05 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06081+ 15914 | On time 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h55 | 2:17 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06281+ 03093 | Delayed 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h08 | 11:58 AM 11:58 AMGirona station | 1 transfer | |
06281+ 34093 | On time 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h08 | 1:58 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06281+ 15914 | On time 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h27 | 2:17 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
03093 | Delayed 9:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h31 | 11:58 AM 11:58 AMGirona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
06011+ 34023 | Delayed 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h44 | 1:41 PM 1:41 PMGirona station | 1 transfer | |
06011+ 15812 | On time 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h38 | 3:35 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06011+ 15918 | On time 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 6h50 | 4:47 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06111+ 34023 | Delayed 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h19 | 1:41 PM 1:41 PMGirona station | 1 transfer | |
06111+ 15918 | On time 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h25 | 4:47 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06111+ 15726 | On time 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 6h13 | 5:35 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06121+ 08377 | On time 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h25 | 5:47 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06121+ 15726 | On time 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h13 | 5:35 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06121+ 15816 | On time 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 6h25 | 6:47 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
09725 | Delayed 12:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h22 | 3:12 PM 3:12 PMGirona station | 0 transfersDirect | |
06021+ Normal | On time 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h48 | 8:30 PM Girona | 1 transfer | |
06021+ 15820 | On time 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 6h05 | 8:47 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06021+ 15736 | On time 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 6h53 | 9:35 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06161+ Normal | 4:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h38 | 10:15 PM Girona | 1 transfer | |
06161+ 15702 | 4:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 6h36 | 11:13 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06161+ 15736 | 4:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h58 | 9:35 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06171+ 34309 | 5:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 6h22 | 11:44 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06171+ Normal | 5:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 6h08 | 11:30 PM Girona | 1 transfer | |
06171+ 15702 | 5:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h51 | 11:13 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06381+ 34309 | 6:19 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 5h25 | 11:44 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
06381+ Normal | 6:19 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 6h31 | 12:50 AM Girona | 1 transfer | |
06015+ 34309 | 7:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 4h15 | 11:44 PM Girona station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Madrid to Girona run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 356 miles (573 km) distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 356 miles (573 km) |
Average train duration 7h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€25) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 8:05 PM |
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Discover the best of Girona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Girona trip today.
Girona’s main art museum presents Romanesque to modern Catalan works in the former Episcopal Palace beside the cathedral.
Set in the preserved Bonastruc ça Porta center, this museum explains Jewish life, scholarship, and heritage in medieval Girona.
This cinema museum features cameras, optical toys, and film history, making it one of Girona’s most distinctive and family-friendly museums.
Girona’s old town is a dense medieval quarter of lanes, stairs, and monuments, ideal for wandering between major historic sites.
These colorful riverside façades along the Onyar form Girona’s postcard scene and are best enjoyed on foot from several central bridges.
This elegant stairway and small square create one of Girona’s most photographed scenes, framed by arcades and old stone buildings.
Xuixo is Girona's signature pastry: a deep-fried, sugar-coated roll filled with crema catalana. It is a beloved local breakfast and pastry-shop classic.
Mar i Muntanya pairs seafood with meat, often chicken with langoustines. It reflects Girona and Catalonia's inland-meets-coast cooking tradition.
Botifarra Dolça is a sweet pork sausage from the Girona area, cooked with sugar and sometimes lemon or cinnamon. It is a distinctive Empordà specialty.
World-renowned fine dining restaurant by the Roca brothers, known for creative Catalan cuisine, polished service, and an elegant modern setting.
Stylish Michelin-starred restaurant offering seasonal tasting menus rooted in local produce and contemporary Catalan technique.
Historic traditional restaurant in the old quarter serving classic Catalan dishes in a warm, old-world dining room popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Spain. Hotels rise in peak season, but dining and local buses stay reasonable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Girona 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 Girona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Girona trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Girona station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Girona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
Girona 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 Occi, River Café
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Girona. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Girona. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Girona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Girona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Girona: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Carlemany Girona, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Girona, Hotel Gran Ultonia.
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