The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Montauban
Cheapest price
$171
Average price
$212
Fastest journey
9 h 9 m
Average duration
12 h 57 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
577 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Montauban is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Montauban will cost around $212 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $171.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Montauban without transferring at least 2 times.
12:50 PM9h09Madrid9:59 PMMontauban$1711One-way2 transfers
9:07 PM16h45Madrid1:52 PMMontauban$2531One-way2 transfers
12:50 PM9h09Madrid9:59 PMMontauban$1711One-way2 transfers
9:07 PM16h45Madrid1:52 PMMontauban$2531One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Montauban
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Montauban among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $86.
Distance: 358 miles (577 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$212 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $260 Average price | $148 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 16m Average total duration 10h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Montauban:
A bus is $138 (€112) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Montauban costing on average $212 (€171).
A bus is $186 (€150) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Montauban costing on average $260 (€210).
Other travel options to Montauban take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 50m.
Bus takes on average 10h 46m.
You'll arrive about 1h 9m sooner (6h 50m by train vs 7h 59m by car). Tickets start at around $212 (€171) compared to roughly $148 (€119) 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.
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 Montauban train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Montauban trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:50 PM Madrid | 21h08 | 9:58 AM Montauban | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:07 PM Madrid | 16h45 | 1:52 PM Montauban | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Montauban
Trains from Madrid to Montauban run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $171 (€138) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 12:01, the last at 14:44. The fastest train covers the 358 miles (577 km) distance in 9h 9m.
Distance 358 miles (577 km) |
Average train duration 6h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $171 (€138) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 9m |
First train 12:01 PM |
Last train 2:44 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: AVE, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Viajeros from Madrid to Montauban trainsAVE, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Madrid and Montauban from $48 (€39). 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 Montauban
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Montauban 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 Montauban, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid to Montauban
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from the main road.
- Le Bistro de Montauban
- La Table des Capucins
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- ibis Montauban
- ibis Styles Montauban
- Hotel Mercure Montauban
- Located in the main hall
- 150 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional connections to Toulouse and other nearby cities
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