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Compare train, bus, and flight for Salzburg to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €85. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.6 - 3.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €85, and a flight costs an average of €218.
Distance: 971 miles (1564 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€443 Average price | €535 Average price | €147 Average price Cheapest |
29h 15m Average total duration 28h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration Fastest 4h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 35m Average total duration 30h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 4.7 - 9.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Madrid trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 11:00 AM Salzburg | 28h45 | 3:45 PM Madrid | 5 transfers | |
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Why should you book Salzburg to Madrid trains with Omio?
ÖBB | Railjet operates all train services from Salzburg to Madrid. Omio is the only official third party seller for ÖBB | Railjet tickets.
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Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Salzburg to Madrid.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg to Madrid
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Trains from Salzburg to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 28h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $547 (€443) but you can travel from only $105 (€85) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 17:35. The fastest train covers the 971 miles (1564 km) distance in 28h 45m.
Distance 971 miles (1564 km) |
Average train duration 28h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $547 (€443) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 28h 45m |
First train 05:55 |
Last train 17:35 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet from Salzburg to Madrid trainsÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Salzburg and Madrid from $105 (€85). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Madrid
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