How to travel from Madrid to Ourense

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Ourense

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Ourense among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $48 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, while a flight costs an average of $135.

Distance: 252 miles (406 km)

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$70

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$135

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$101

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3h 17m

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5h 1m

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The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Ourense is a bus with an average price of $48 (€39).

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

A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Ourense costing on average $70 (€57).

A bus is $87 (€71) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Ourense costing on average $135 (€110).

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Ourense is by train with an average journey time of 3h 47m.

Other travel options to Ourense take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 11m.

Bus takes on average 5h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Ourense including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Madrid to Ourense among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 30m faster (3h 17m by train vs 4h 47m by car) and roughly $31 (€25) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($70 (€57) vs $101 (€82)). 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 Ourense

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

Our recommendation

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

  • MonbusNormal
    10:50 PM6h10
    Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)
    5:00 AMOurense, Rúa Eulogio Gómez Franqueira (Estación intermodal)
    $461One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • MonbusNormal
    10:50 PM6h10
    Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)
    5:00 AMOurense, Rúa Eulogio Gómez Franqueira (Estación intermodal)
    $461One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air EuropaUX7302
    10:40 AM1h05
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    11:45 AMVigo Airport
    $1871One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Renfe AVLO04295
    6:30 AM2h44
    Madrid Chamartín
    9:14 AMOurense-Empalme
    $841One-way
    0 transfers
  • AVE05273
    10:04 AM2h14
    Madrid Chamartín
    12:18 PMOurense-Empalme
    $1061One-way
    0 transfers
  • AVE04565
    3:32 PM2h28
    Madrid Chamartín
    6:00 PMOurense-Empalme
    $1061One-way
    0 transfers
  • MonbusNormal
    10:30 PM6h30
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    5:00 AMOurense, Rúa Eulogio Gómez Franqueira (Estación intermodal)
    $461One-way
    0 transfers
  • MonbusNormal
    10:20 AM6h50
    Madrid, Calle de la Princesa / Paseo de Moret (Moncloa)
    5:10 PMOurense, Rúa Eulogio Gómez Franqueira (Estación intermodal)
    $461One-way
    0 transfers
  • MonbusNormal
    10:00 AM7h10
    Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses
    5:10 PMOurense, Rúa Eulogio Gómez Franqueira (Estación intermodal)
    $461One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB465
    7:20 AM1h20
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    8:40 AMVigo Airport
    $1031One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air EuropaUX7308
    6:40 AM1h10
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    7:50 AMVigo Airport
    $1681One-way
    0 transfers
  • IberiaIB473
    10:20 PM1h20
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    11:40 PMVigo Airport
    $2391One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Madrid to Ourense

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Madrid to Ourense, 58,57% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Madrid to Ourense and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

Search on Omio to find cheap tickets from Madrid to Ourense. It’s easy to find the most attractive prices and choose your preferred route for your journey. Book on web or app, and travel with your mobile ticket —without the stress of printing your ticket.

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FAQs: Travel from Madrid to Ourense

Travel to Ourense 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 Ourense.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Madrid and Ourense including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Ourense is a bus with an average price of $48 (€39).

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

A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Ourense costing on average $70 (€57).

A bus is $87 (€71) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Ourense costing on average $135 (€110).

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Ourense is by train with an average journey time of 3h 47m.

Other travel options to Ourense take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 11m.

Bus takes on average 5h 1m.

The distance from Madrid to Ourense is approximately 252 miles (406 km).
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Ourense is:
  • Around 9 flights per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Ourense:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Vigo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Madrid Chamartín and arrive in Ourense-Empalme.
  • Buses mostly depart from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Ourense, Estación de Autobuses.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Ourense, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Monbus, BlaBlaCar, Avanza, Vibasa, MonBus, Alsa to go to Ourense by bus.
  • Travel with AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe Viajeros to go to Ourense by train.
  • Travel with Iberia, Air Europa, Ryanair, Air Nostrum, Vueling to go to Ourense by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Ourense with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct buses per day with Monbus, BlaBlaCar, Avanza, Vibasa, MonBus.
  • 9 direct trains per day with AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
  • 9 direct flights per day with Iberia, Air Europa, Ryanair, Air Nostrum.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Ourense often also extend their vacation to go to Vigo, Barcelona, Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, Sarria. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ourense and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ourense to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ourense, you can relax in the Termas de Outariz, explore the Museo Arqueolóxico Provincial, savor traditional Galician cuisine, and visit vibrant local markets. Enjoy scenic walks along the Miño River and visit best sights like As Burgas, Ourense Cathedral, Ponte Vella, Plaza Mayor, and Parque de San Lázaro.
To explore Ourense's main attractions, including its historic old town, thermal baths, and local cuisine, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
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