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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Loja
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
363 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Loja is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Loja will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 3 trains that leave Madrid for Loja on Sat, May 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct trains cover the 363 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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.
6:30 PM3h02Madrid9:32 PMLoja$281One-way0 transfers
5:50 PM2h54Madrid8:44 PMLoja$441One-way0 transfers- 6:50 PM2h54Madrid9:44 PMLoja$561One-way0 transfers
- 6:50 PM2h54Madrid9:44 PMLoja$561One-way0 transfers
- 5:50 PM2h54Madrid8:44 PMLoja$441One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 PM3h02Madrid9:32 PMLoja$281One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Madrid to Loja
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Loja among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $40.
Distance: 225 miles (363 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$66 Average price Cheapest | $159 Average price | $24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Loja:
A train is $93 (€75) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Loja costing on average $159 (€128).
Other travel options to Loja take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 0m.
Bus takes on average 5h 33m.
You'll arrive about 1h 32m sooner (3h 0m by train vs 4h 32m by car). Tickets start at around $66 (€53) compared to roughly $24 (€19) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with AVE, iryo, SNCF OUIGO.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Madrid to Loja train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Loja trains for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02196 | 7:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h04 | 10:54 PM Loja | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 02196 | 7:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h01 | 10:51 PM Loja | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 02196 | 7:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h11 | 11:01 PM Loja | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Loja
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Trains from Madrid to Loja run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 225 miles (363 km) distance in 2h 53m.
Distance 225 miles (363 km) |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€22) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 53m |
First train 6:27 AM |
Last train 9:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: AVE, iryo, SNCF OUIGO from Madrid to Loja trainsAVE, iryo, SNCF OUIGO trains will get you between Madrid and Loja from $28 (€22). 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 Loja
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Loja 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 Loja, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid to Loja
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
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