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Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$41
Fastest journey
3 h 38 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
394 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Monforte de Lemos to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Monforte de Lemos to Madrid will cost around $41 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 15 trains that leave Monforte de Lemos for Madrid on Thu, Jul 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 23 the direct trains cover the 394 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 38 m .
On Thu, Jul 23 the slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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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04334Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Monforte de Lemos to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. 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 $16, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 244 miles (394 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$46 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price | $75 Average price | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg 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 Monforte de Lemos to Madrid:
A train is $4 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Monforte de Lemos to Madrid costing on average $51 (€51).
A train is $29 (€29) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Monforte de Lemos to Madrid costing on average $75 (€75).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 40m.
Bus takes on average 6h 15m.
The journey is about 1h 38m faster (3h 40m by train vs 5h 18m by car) and roughly $36 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($46 (€46) vs $82 (€82)). 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 Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
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 Monforte de Lemos to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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04114+ 04464 | Delayed 6:10 AM Monforte de Lemos station | 3h38 | 7:48 AM 7:48 AMMadrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
37114+ 04464 | Delayed 6:10 AM Monforte de Lemos station | 3h38 | 7:48 AM 7:48 AMMadrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
04114 | Delayed 6:10 AM Monforte de Lemos station | 4h03 | 8:13 AM 8:13 AMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
37114+ 04364 | Delayed 6:10 AM Monforte de Lemos station | 4h35 | 8:45 AM 8:45 AMMadrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
12611+ 04314 | Delayed 8:06 AM Monforte de Lemos station | 6h44 | 12:50 PM 12:50 PMMadrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
12611+ 05382 | On time 8:06 AM Monforte de Lemos station | 10h34 | 6:40 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
12611+ 04494 | Delayed 8:06 AM Monforte de Lemos station | 6h02 | 12:08 PM 12:08 PMMadrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
12644+ 05382 | Delayed 7:46 AM 9:46 AMMonforte de Lemos station | 8h54 | 6:40 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
12644+ 04314 | Delayed 7:46 AM 9:46 AMMonforte de Lemos station | 5h04 | 12:50 PM 12:50 PMMadrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
12644+ 04494 | Delayed 7:46 AM 9:46 AMMonforte de Lemos station | 4h22 | 12:08 PM 12:08 PMMadrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
12696+ 04404 | Delayed 1:33 PM 3:33 PMMonforte de Lemos station | 7h34 | 9:07 PM 9:07 PMMadrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
12696+ 04384 | Delayed 1:33 PM 3:33 PMMonforte de Lemos station | 5h47 | 7:20 PM 7:20 PMMadrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
12696+ 04334 | Delayed 1:33 PM 3:33 PMMonforte de Lemos station | 4h18 | 5:51 PM 5:51 PMMadrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
12607+ 04404 | Delayed 4:13 PM 6:13 PMMonforte de Lemos station | 4h54 | 9:07 PM 9:07 PMMadrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
00558+ 04404 | Delayed 7:23 PM Monforte de Lemos station | 3h44 | 9:07 PM 9:07 PMMadrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Monforte de Lemos to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 20:23. The fastest train covers the 244 miles (394 km) distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 244 miles (394 km) |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€16) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 6:15 AM |
Last train 8:23 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Monforte de Lemos to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Monforte de Lemos to Madrid trains use the Monforte De Lemos to Madrid Chamartín station pair. Use this guide to compare Monforte de Lemos and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Monforte De Lemos is 1 km from Monforte de Lemos city centre. Public transport options include:
Monforte De Lemos has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Monforte De Lemos.
ATMs are available at Monforte De Lemos.
Ticket office support is available at Monforte De Lemos. Information desks are available at Monforte De Lemos.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Accessibility facilities are available at Monforte De Lemos.
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
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