- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A cornerstone of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art and a top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trujillo to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trujillo to Madrid will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 5 trains that leave Trujillo for Madrid on Sat, Jun 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 50 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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17021Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Trujillo to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a bus costs an average of $38.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price |
3h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Trujillo to Madrid:
A train is $6 (€5) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Trujillo to Madrid costing on average $40 (€33).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 50m.
The table below shows live departures for Trujillo to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17021 | 6:25 AM Cáceres station | 3h50 | 10:15 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
00299 | 9:48 AM Cáceres station | 3h22 | 1:10 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
17907 | 4:12 PM Cáceres station | 3h28 | 7:40 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
00297 | 7:05 PM Cáceres station | 3h21 | 10:26 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
37097 | 7:05 PM Cáceres station | 3h21 | 10:26 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Trujillo to Madrid run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 19:08. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average train duration 3h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 6:09 AM |
Last train 7:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A cornerstone of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art and a top priority for first-time visitors.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside major works by Dalí and Miró. Essential for modern and contemporary art lovers.
A major museum spanning European painting from the Renaissance to the 20th century. Its broad collection complements the Prado and Reina Sofía perfectly.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walking, boating, and relaxing among monuments and formal gardens. A top city experience for nearly every visitor.
Madrid’s best-known avenue, lined with historic architecture, theaters, shops, and rooftop views. Energetic by day and night, it is one of the city’s defining walks.
The symbolic heart of Madrid and a major meeting point, home to the Kilómetro Cero marker and famous public celebrations. Constantly busy and central.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, traditionally served in stages with broth, vegetables, chickpeas, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most emblematic comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is a simple local staple and iconic snack.
A rich traditional stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla in a paprika-forward sauce. It is a historic tavern dish closely linked to Madrid cuisine.
Prestigious flamenco venue with acclaimed dining, known for refined Spanish cuisine in an intimate historic setting. It combines performance and high-end gastronomy.
Historic traditional restaurant famous for roast suckling pig and Castilian classics. It offers an old-world atmosphere and is one of Madrid’s most iconic dining rooms.
Well-known classic restaurant celebrated for huevos rotos and traditional Spanish cooking. It is a long-established spot with a lively, polished tavern feel.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés and 5-10% at restaurants for very good service. Tipping is appreciated, not required.
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