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Museu Nacional Arqueològic de Tarragona
A major Tarragona museum interpreting Roman life in ancient Tarraco through sculptures, mosaics, and finds from the UNESCO-listed archaeological ensemble.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Port Aventura is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Port Aventura will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
On Wed, Nov 11, we found 2 trains from Madrid to Port Aventura, including 2 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 11 the direct trains cover the 416 km distance in an average of 2 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Wed, Nov 11 the slowest trains will take 2 h 45 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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Trains from Madrid to Port Aventura run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€24) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:22, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 258 miles (416 km) distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 258 miles (416 km) |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€24) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 19m |
First train 9:22 AM |
Last train 9:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Port Aventura.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Port Aventura trains for today, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:31 AM Madrid | 2h45 | 10:16 AM Port Aventura | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:31 AM Madrid | 2h45 | 11:16 AM Port Aventura | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:02 AM Madrid | 2h19 | 11:21 AM Port Aventura | 0 transfersDirect | |
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A major Tarragona museum interpreting Roman life in ancient Tarraco through sculptures, mosaics, and finds from the UNESCO-listed archaeological ensemble.
Gaudí’s birthplace museum in Reus uses immersive displays to connect the architect’s ideas with his hometown and early creative influences.
This art museum in Tarragona highlights medieval and modern collections in a historic building, offering a compact overview of local artistic heritage.
Salou’s palm-lined seafront promenade is the town’s classic walking area, joining beaches, fountains, monuments, and broad Mediterranean views.
This coastal path links coves, pine-backed viewpoints, and cliffs, making it one of the most scenic and recently popular walks near PortAventura.
The Balcó del Mediterrani is Tarragona’s iconic seafront viewpoint, opening wide views over the sea, beach, and amphitheatre from the Rambla end.
Arroz caldoso is a brothy rice dish, often with seafood, prized on the Costa Daurada for its rich stock and comforting texture.
Fideuà is a coastal classic like paella but made with short noodles and seafood, strongly associated with Catalan and Valencian seaside cooking.
Calçots are sweet spring onions charred over flame and dipped in romesco. They are a beloved Catalan seasonal tradition often shared at calçotades.
Michelin-starred restaurant in Salou known for refined rice dishes, seafood, and polished service in an elegant setting.
Well-known Cambrils restaurant serving rice dishes, seafood, and Mediterranean plates with a relaxed, modern dining room.
Established seafood restaurant in Cambrils, popular for paella, grilled fish, and classic coastal cuisine in a traditional atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain. Theme park food and nearby hotels cost more than many Spanish beach towns, but local transit and casual dining in Salou remain reasonable.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Cafes: small change. Taxis: round up the fare; larger tips are not expected.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Port Aventura.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Port Aventura 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 Port Aventura, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Port Aventura trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Port Aventura 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.
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