- Must visit
Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
424 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tarragona to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Madrid will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 22 trains that leave Tarragona for Madrid on Fri, Jul 31, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct trains cover the 424 km distance in an average of 2 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest trains will take 2 h 51 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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06020Trains from Tarragona to Madrid run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 263 miles (424 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 263 miles (424 km) |
Average train duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 9:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Madrid trains for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:14 PM Tarragona | 3h03 | 8:17 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:34 PM Tarragona | 3h10 | 9:44 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:54 PM Tarragona | 2h54 | 9:48 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:34 PM Tarragona | 3h10 | 10:44 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:54 PM Tarragona | 2h54 | 10:48 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
03062 | Delayed 4:24 AM 6:24 AMCamp de Tarragona | 3h16 | 9:40 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03662 | Delayed 6:00 AM 8:00 AMCamp de Tarragona | 2h37 | 10:37 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06080 | Delayed 6:23 AM 8:23 AMCamp de Tarragona | 2h52 | 11:15 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03082 | Delayed 6:33 AM 8:33 AMCamp de Tarragona | 3h11 | 11:44 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06012 | Delayed 7:19 AM 9:19 AMCamp de Tarragona | 2h57 | 10:16 AM 10:16 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03092 | Delayed 9:34 AM Camp de Tarragona | 2h50 | 10:24 AM 10:24 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
17501+ 06210 | 10:14 AM Tarragona station | 13h38 | 11:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
17501+ 06360 | 10:14 AM Tarragona station | 9h02 | 7:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
17501+ 06190 | 10:14 AM Tarragona station | 11h56 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
03304 | 10:28 AM Camp de Tarragona | 3h16 | 1:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06020 | 11:51 AM Camp de Tarragona | 2h51 | 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03322 | 12:33 PM Camp de Tarragona | 3h11 | 3:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
09730 | 1:24 PM Camp de Tarragona | 2h54 | 4:18 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06014 | 1:46 PM Camp de Tarragona | 2h51 | 4:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03308 | 2:33 PM Camp de Tarragona | 3h11 | 5:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06360 | 4:25 PM Camp de Tarragona | 2h51 | 7:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03162 | 4:33 PM Camp de Tarragona | 3h11 | 7:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona 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 Tarragona to Madrid trains use the Camp de Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Tarragona and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Camp de Tarragona is 1 km from Tarragona city centre. Public transport options include:
Camp de Tarragona has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: MÁSCOSAS Cafe pans, Cafe Pans
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 06:00 - 23:15, Sun: 06:30 - 23:15.
Available at Camp de Tarragona: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Camp de Tarragona: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Camp de Tarragona: The station is fully accessible, including step-free access, handicapped restrooms, and adapted elevators.
Nearby hotels include Chilliman & Mas Miro Biofarm, Hotel Peralta, H10 Imperial Tarraco.
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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