- Must visit
Museu de Maricel
Sitges’ signature museum in a former seaside home, showing medieval to modern art with standout Romanesque and Catalan works.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
473 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Sitges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Sitges will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 21 trains that leave Madrid for Sitges on Sun, Jul 26, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 26 the direct trains cover the 473 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
On Sun, Jul 26 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.
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06081Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Sitges 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 18m. 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 $28, and a bus costs an average of $45.
Distance: 293 miles (473 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$41 Average price Cheapest | $90 Average price | $103 Average price | $96 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Sitges:
A train is $49 (€49) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Sitges costing on average $90 (€90).
A train is $62 (€62) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Sitges costing on average $103 (€103).
Other travel options to Sitges take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 20m.
Bus takes on average 6h 33m.
The journey is about 1h 27m faster (4h 20m by train vs 5h 47m by car) and roughly $55 (€55) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($41 (€41) vs $96 (€96)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Sitges trains for today, Saturday, July 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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06471 | Delayed 6:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 7:45 AM 7:45 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06071 | Delayed 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 8:24 AM 8:24 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06081 | On time 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:24 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06281 | On time 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:52 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06501 | Delayed 9:31 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h27 | 10:58 AM 10:58 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06011 | Delayed 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h24 | 11:21 AM 11:21 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06011 | Delayed 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h42 | 10:39 AM 10:39 AMCamp de Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
06111 | Delayed 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 12:39 PM 12:39 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06121 | On time 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 3:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06541 | Delayed 1:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 2:44 PM 2:44 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06021 | On time 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h31 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06021 | Delayed 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h45 | 3:27 PM 3:27 PMCamp de Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
06571 | Delayed 4:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 5:24 PM 5:24 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06161 | Delayed 4:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 5:39 PM 5:39 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06171 | Delayed 5:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h20 | 6:42 PM 6:42 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06381 | Delayed 6:19 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h25 | 7:44 PM 7:44 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06381 | Delayed 6:19 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h41 | 7:00 PM 7:00 PMCamp de Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
06015 | Delayed 7:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h40 | 8:09 PM 8:09 PMCamp de Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
06015 | Delayed 7:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h21 | 8:50 PM 8:50 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06425 | Delayed 8:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h18 | 9:28 PM 9:28 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
07415 | 8:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h18 | 11:28 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Madrid to Sitges run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 293 miles (473 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 293 miles (473 km) |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€28) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 9:13 PM |
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Discover the best of Sitges — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sitges trip today.
Sitges’ signature museum in a former seaside home, showing medieval to modern art with standout Romanesque and Catalan works.
Remarkable artist’s house-museum created by Santiago Rusiñol, filled with paintings, ironwork, ceramics, and creative atmosphere.
Specialized museum about Catalan Romanticism in a preserved 19th-century home with period rooms and decorative arts.
Picturesque old-town corner between Maricel and Cau Ferrat, famous for stone arches, steps, and postcard sea views.
Seafront promenade linking beaches and mansions, ideal for walks, architecture spotting, and broad Mediterranean scenery.
Elegant promenade lined with palms and Indianos houses, central to Sitges’ identity and beachfront strolls.
Aromatised Malvasia dessert wine made in Sitges for centuries. It is the town’s signature drink and closely tied to local heritage and celebrations.
Catalan fish stew with monkfish, potatoes, garlic and saffron. A coastal classic around Sitges that reflects the area’s fishing tradition.
Traditional Catalan rice cooked with cuttlefish in its ink, giving a dark colour and deep seafood flavour. Common in seaside restaurants near Sitges.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining focused on refined seafood and Catalan flavours in a polished setting near the seafront.
Long-established traditional restaurant known for rice dishes, seafood and classic Catalan cooking in a warm local atmosphere.
Popular beachfront venue serving paella, grilled fish and Mediterranean classics with sea views and a lively casual atmosphere.
Moderate for coastal Spain: hotels rise in summer, meals are mid-priced, and Rodalies rail to Barcelona keeps transit costs reasonable.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafes; taxis usually rounded up.
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Sitges Railway Station -> Plaça de l'Estació, Sitges
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Sitges 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 Sitges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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