The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Loja
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
2 h 57 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
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 $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 1 trains that leave Madrid for Loja on Sun, Dec 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 28 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 57 m .
On Sun, Dec 28 the slowest trains will take 2 h 57 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.


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 €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €31.
Distance: 225 miles (363 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€59 Average price Cheapest | €71 Average price |
3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Madrid to Loja train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Loja trains for today, Saturday, December 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
02196 | On time 6:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h54 | 9:44 PM Loja | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Madrid to Loja by train or flight
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Why should you book Madrid to Loja trains with Omio?
AVE operates all train services from Madrid to Loja. Omio is the only official third party seller for AVE tickets.
Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare AVE with all available travel options, which are train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Madrid to Loja.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: AVE tickets can only be bought on Omio or AVE's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for AVE tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell AVE tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Loja.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Loja
Trains from Madrid to Loja run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 21:10. The fastest train covers the 225 miles (363 km) distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 225 miles (363 km) |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€17) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 06:27 |
Last train 21:10 |
Train companies: AVE from Madrid to Loja trainsAVE trains will get you between Madrid and Loja from $22 (€17). 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
- 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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