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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 48 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
423 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 20 trains that leave Tarragona for Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes on Tue, Aug 25, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 25 the direct trains cover the 423 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 Tue, Aug 25 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.
030828:33 AM3h11Camp de Tarragona11:44 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$391One-way0 transfers
060808:23 AM2h52Camp de Tarragona11:15 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$411One-way0 transfers
066108:54 PM2h54Camp de Tarragona11:48 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$421One-way0 transfers- 031826:34 PM3h10Camp de Tarragona9:44 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$421One-way0 transfers
- 030929:34 AM2h50Camp de Tarragona12:24 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$421One-way0 transfers
- 036628:00 AM2h37Camp de Tarragona10:37 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$461One-way0 transfers
- 030929:34 AM2h50Camp de Tarragona12:24 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$421One-way0 transfers
- 063604:25 PM2h51Camp de Tarragona7:16 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$501One-way0 transfers
- 0602011:51 AM2h51Camp de Tarragona2:42 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$471One-way0 transfers
- 060141:46 PM2h51Camp de Tarragona4:37 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes$471One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, and a flight costs an average of $59.
Distance: 262 miles (423 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$49 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $108 Average price | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes:
A train is $16 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes costing on average $65 (€52).
A train is $59 (€47) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes costing on average $108 (€87).
Other travel options to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 7m.
Bus takes on average 6h 17m.
The journey is about 1h 59m faster (3h 7m by train vs 5h 6m by car) and roughly $64 (€52) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($49 (€39) vs $113 (€91)). 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 AVE, SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe AVLO.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train times
The table below shows live departures for Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes trains for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03662 | Delayed 6:03 AM 8:00 AMCamp de Tarragona | 2h37 | 8:40 AM 8:40 AMMadrid-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+06190 | On time 10:14 AM Tarragona station | 11h56 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
| 17501+06360 | On time 10:14 AM Tarragona station | 9h02 | 7:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
| 03304 | Delayed 8:28 AM 10:28 AMCamp de Tarragona | 3h16 | 1:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06020 | Delayed 9:51 AM 11:51 AMCamp de Tarragona | 2h51 | 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03122 | Delayed 10:33 AM 12:33 PMCamp de Tarragona | 3h11 | 3:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 09730 | On time 1:24 PM Camp de Tarragona | 2h54 | 4:18 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06014 | Delayed 11:46 AM 1:46 PMCamp de Tarragona | 2h51 | 2:37 PM 2:37 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03308 | Delayed 12:33 PM 2:33 PMCamp de Tarragona | 3h11 | 5:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06360 | Delayed 2:25 PM 4:25 PMCamp de Tarragona | 2h51 | 7:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03162 | Delayed 2:33 PM 4:33 PMCamp de Tarragona | 3h11 | 7:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03310 | Delayed 6:34 PM 8:34 PMCamp de Tarragona | 3h10 | 11:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 25 | |||||
| 03062 | 6:24 AM Camp de Tarragona | 3h16 | 9:40 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Trains from Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:24, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 262 miles (423 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 262 miles (423 km) |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 4:24 AM |
Last train 7:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: AVE, SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe AVLO, Renfe from Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes trainsAVE, SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe AVLO, Renfe trains will get you between Tarragona and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from $17 (€14). 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 Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Most Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes trains use the Camp de Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Tarragona and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Camp de Tarragona from Tarragona city centre
Camp de Tarragona is 1 km from Tarragona city centre. Public transport options include:
Camp de Tarragona train station facilities and services
Camp de Tarragona has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: MÁSCOSAS Cafe pans, Cafe Pans
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 06:00 - 23:15, Sun: 06:30 - 23:15.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Camp de Tarragona: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Camp de Tarragona: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Camp de Tarragona: The station is fully accessible, including step-free access, handicapped restrooms, and adapted elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Chilliman & Mas Miro Biofarm, Hotel Peralta, H10 Imperial Tarraco.
Getting to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from Madrid city centre
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
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