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Museo Nacional del Prado
Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$69
Fastest journey
3 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
234 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santo Domingo de la Calzada to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santo Domingo de la Calzada to Madrid will cost around $69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santo Domingo de la Calzada for Madrid on Sun, May 31, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 234 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 37 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 3 h 37 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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04786Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Santo Domingo de la Calzada to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $30.
Distance: 145 miles (234 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $105 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Santo Domingo de la Calzada to Madrid:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santo Domingo de la Calzada to Madrid costing on average $41 (€33).
A bus is $81 (€65) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santo Domingo de la Calzada to Madrid costing on average $105 (€85).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 20m.
Bus takes on average 3h 32m.
The journey is about 20m faster (3h 20m by train vs 3h 40m by car) and roughly $24 (€19) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($41 (€33) vs $64 (€52)). 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 INTERCITY.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Santo Domingo de la Calzada to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:40, the last at 16:55. The fastest train covers the 145 miles (234 km) distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 145 miles (234 km) |
Average train duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 8:40 AM |
Last train 4:55 PM |
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Madrid’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A cornerstone of the city’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Spain’s national museum of 20th-century and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections by Dalí and Miró.
A major art museum spanning Old Masters to modern works, complementing the Prado and Reina Sofía with an exceptionally broad private collection.
Madrid’s grand historic square, lined with arcades and elegant façades, and a classic starting point for exploring the old center.
The symbolic heart of Madrid, known for Kilometer Zero, the clock tower, and constant energy day and night.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walks, boating, monuments, gardens, and popular photo spots such as the Crystal Palace area.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, served in courses with broth, vegetables, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most traditional comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is simple, iconic, and widely loved.
A rich stew of tripe, chorizo, and morcilla cooked with paprika. It is a historic Madrid tavern dish with bold, hearty flavors.
Historic restaurant founded in the eighteenth century, famous for roast meats and classic Castilian cooking in an atmospheric old setting.
Legendary traditional restaurant best known for huevos rotos, with a polished yet classic tavern feel and strong local reputation.
Iconic spot for churros con chocolate, open long hours and known for a lively, historic atmosphere near the city center.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés; 5-10% in restaurants for very good service. Taxis are often rounded up, but tipping is not obligatory.
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