How to travel from Madrid to Empuriabrava

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Compare bus and train for Madrid to Empuriabrava

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Empuriabrava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €92 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 6m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €92, while a bus costs an average of €103.

Distance: 375 miles (605 km)

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€92

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€103

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€119

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5h 6m

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4h 36m

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17h 25m

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7h 29m

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The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Empuriabrava is a train with an average price of €92.

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Empuriabrava:

A train is €11 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Empuriabrava costing on average €103.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Empuriabrava is by train with an average journey time of 5h 6m.

Other travel options to Empuriabrava take longer:

Bus takes on average 17h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Madrid and Empuriabrava including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Empuriabrava among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 2h 53m faster (4h 36m by train vs 7h 29m by car) and roughly €27 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€92 vs €119). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Madrid to Empuriabrava

How to get from Madrid to Empuriabrava by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Madrid to Empuriabrava is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:35 PM27h25
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    3:00 AMEls Límits, E-15 (Àrea de Servei La Jonquera - Porta Catalana)
    1041One-way
    2 transfers

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  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:35 PM27h25
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    3:00 AMEls Límits, E-15 (Àrea de Servei La Jonquera - Porta Catalana)
    1041One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:35 PM27h25
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    3:00 AMEls Límits, E-15 (Àrea de Servei La Jonquera - Porta Catalana)
    1041One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid to Empuriabrava

Travel to Empuriabrava easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Empuriabrava.

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There are 2 options to travel between Madrid and Empuriabrava including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Empuriabrava is a train with an average price of €92.

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Empuriabrava:

A train is €11 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid to Empuriabrava costing on average €103.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Empuriabrava is by train with an average journey time of 5h 6m.

Other travel options to Empuriabrava take longer:

Bus takes on average 17h 25m.

The distance from Madrid to Empuriabrava is approximately 375 miles (605 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Empuriabrava is:
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Empuriabrava as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Empuriabrava:
  • Trains mostly depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arrive in Figueres–Vilafant.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Els Límits, E-15 (Àrea de Servei La Jonquera - Porta Catalana).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Empuriabrava, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with AVE, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe AVLO, iryo to go to Empuriabrava by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Empuriabrava by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Empuriabrava with the following travel companies:
  • 5 direct trains per day with AVE, Renfe AVLO.
  • 0 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Empuriabrava often also extend their vacation to go to Barcelona, Figueres, Roses, El Prat de Llobregat, Girona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Empuriabrava and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Empuriabrava to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully enjoy Empuriabrava's beaches, canals, and nearby attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally recommended.

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