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Compare train, bus, and flight for Rome to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €163. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €163, and a train costs an average of €309.

Distance: 846 miles (1363 km)

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Train	Most popular Flight	Bus
€309 Average price	€254 Average price	€211 Average price Cheapest
28h 55m Average total duration 28h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	30h 54m Average total duration 30h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
- CO2 emissions	4.1 - 8.2kg CO2 emissions	1.4 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest
	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

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

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Rome to Madrid

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Trains from Rome to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 28h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $383 (€309) but you can travel from only $62 (€50) by flight.

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

Flight from $62 (€50)

Distance

846 miles (1363 km)

Average train duration

28h 25m

Cheapest ticket price

$383 (€309)

Trains per day

Fastest train

28h 25m

First train

04:50

Last train

19:51

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $62 (€50)

FAQs: Trains from Rome to Madrid

FAQs: Travel by train from Rome to Madrid easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Rome to Madrid.

Cheap train tickets from Rome to Madrid can start from as little as $264 (€213) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Rome to Madrid is $269 (€217); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Madrid from Rome is on average 29 h 48 min for the 845 mile (1363 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Rome and Madrid by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Rome to Madrid leaves at 12: 06 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Rome to Madrid leaves at 8: 40 PM.

There is 1 train a day from Rome to Madrid which require at least one change with Intercity. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best Rome to Madrid train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Intercity. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Rome and Madrid to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 8: 40 PM.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rome and Madrid including taking a train, bus or flight.