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The cheapest and fastest trains from Porto to Madrid

Showing times and prices for Jun 19

Cheapest price

$87

Average price

$93

Fastest journey

9 h 23 m

Average duration

13 h 56 m

Trains per day

Distance

421 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Porto to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Porto to Madrid will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Porto to Madrid without transferring at least 2 times.

08:13AM9h23

Porto

05:36PMMadrid

$871One-way

2 transfers

07:10PM18h28

Porto

01:38PMMadrid

$981One-way

2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Porto to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Porto to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.

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Train	Most popular Bus	Flight
€75 Average price	€32 Average price Cheapest	€103 Average price
14h 5m Average duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 41m Average duration 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	9h 24m Average duration Fastest 6h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions	1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Porto to Madrid?

The best time to book your train from Porto to Madrid is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Porto to Madrid route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Porto to Madrid per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Porto to Madrid.

Trains

from $8

Buses

from $24

Flights

from $131

Journey information

Overview: Train from Porto to Madrid

Portugal

Spain

Trains from Porto to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 (€70) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $11 (€9)

Distance

261 miles (421 km)

Average train duration

13h 35m

Cheapest ticket price

$86 (€70)

Trains per day

Fastest train

9h 23m

First train

00:05

Last train

19:20

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $11 (€9)

Train providers: Renfe (3), Renfe ALVIA and Renfe from Porto to Madrid trains

Find the best trip from Porto to Madrid with Renfe (3), Renfe ALVIA and Renfe. Comparing schedules and prices and booking the most convenient route has never been easier with over 1000 travel companies on Omio.

Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.

Renfe is Spain’s national train company offering a multitude of domestic routes and international routes to France and Portugal. Renfe is known for its range of ticket types to fit anyone’s budget, such as the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also has discount cards for qualified travelers like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50, which you can use on Omio. When you ride with Renfe, you can expect to find an impressive fleet of trains offering different levels of comfort, amenities and time needed to travel to your destination. These train types include Renfe AVE for high-speed long-distance routes, Alvia and Altaria for domestic routes in parts of Spain, Euromed for routes along the stunning Mediterranean coast, Avant commuter trains and Trenhotel night trains.

Enjoy a quick and easy journey on a train between Porto and Madrid with AVE, the high-speed train from Renfe, the main Spanish railroad company and official travel partner of Omio. Search all AVE train schedules and tickets on Omio to find the best deals for a train between Porto and Madrid covering the 261 miles (421 km) distance. Look out for ticket options like Promo, Promo +, and Flexible to find the most convenient Porto to Madrid train ride for you. Renfe AVE even offers discount cards for regular customers, such as the Renfe Gold Card and the + Renfe Youth 50 Card, which can be used when buying AVE tickets on Omio.

Renfe covers around 9,300 miles (15, 000 km) between national and international routes, among which are its AVE routes that connect the main cities of Spain. AVE trains are well-known among travelers for providing ultimate comfort, flexibility and convenience. Their trains are the most popular of Renfe’s fleet due to their high speeds reaching up to 192 mph (310 kmh) on select routes. They are also popular with travelers due to their premium services onboard, such as a restaurant, bathrooms, WiFi access, and entertainment.

FAQs: Trains from Porto to Madrid

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