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Compare flight and train for Madrid to Rota
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Rota among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €54, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 298 miles (481 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€54 Average price Cheapest | €131 Average price |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Why should you book Madrid to Rota trains with Omio?
Renfe ALVIA as well as AVE offer trains services from Madrid to Rota. Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Madrid to Rota.
Why book with Omio vs Renfe ALVIA?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Renfe ALVIA, but also compare tickets for the likes of AVE to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Rota.
- 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 Renfe ALVIA with all available travel options, which are flight and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Madrid to Rota.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Multiple travel company options: While Renfe ALVIA tickets can be bought on Renfe ALVIA's website or third party sellers, Omio allows you to compare with the likes of AVE to help you choose the right option for your journey from Madrid to Rota.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and train to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Rota.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Rota
Trains from Madrid to Rota run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€54) but you can travel from only $38 (€30) by flight.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:00, the last at 18:36. The fastest train covers the 298 miles (481 km) distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 298 miles (481 km) |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€54) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 07:00 |
Last train 18:36 |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, AVE from Madrid to Rota trainsRenfe ALVIA, AVE trains will get you between Madrid and Rota from $38 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Renfe ALVIA
AVE
FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Rota
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Rota 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 Rota, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid to Rota
- 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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