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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
$139
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
5 h 42 m
Average duration
5 h 42 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
635 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Narbonne to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Narbonne to Madrid will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $139.
Of the 1 trains that leave Narbonne for Madrid on Fri, Jul 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 635 km distance in an average of 5 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 42 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 5 h 42 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.
09730
09730Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Narbonne to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $107.
Distance: 394 miles (635 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$167 Average price | $57 Average price Cheapest | $307 Average price | $145 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 48m Average total duration 12h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 42m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Narbonne to Madrid:
A bus is $110 (€110) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Narbonne to Madrid costing on average $167 (€167).
A bus is $251 (€251) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Narbonne to Madrid costing on average $307 (€307).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Flight takes on average 5h 42m.
Bus takes on average 12h 18m.
You'll arrive about 3h 46m sooner (5h 2m by train vs 8h 48m by car). Tickets start at around $167 (€167) compared to roughly $145 (€145) 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.
Direct services run with AVE, Renfe Viajeros.
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.
The table below shows live departures for Narbonne to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
09730 | 10:36 AM Narbonne station | 5h42 | 4:18 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Narbonne to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€80) but you can travel from only $29 (€29) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 394 miles (635 km) distance in 5h 16m.
Distance 394 miles (635 km) |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€80) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 16m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 8:22 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Narbonne 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 Narbonne to Madrid trains use the Narbonne to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Narbonne and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Narbonne has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Narbonne.
ATMs are available at Narbonne.
Available at Narbonne: WC.
Available at Narbonne: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Narbonne.
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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