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Travel Information to Pamplona from Madrid

distanceDistance197 miles (317 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain, bus or flight
priceTicket price range$18 - $56
cheapestCheapest modeTrain • $18 (€16) • 2 h 59 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $56 (€49) • 1 h
carriersPopular travel companiesAutobuses Pamplona Madrid, Air Nostrum or Renfe (3)

Travel 197 miles (317 km) by train, bus or flight to Pamplona from Madrid. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are Autobuses Pamplona Madrid, Air Nostrum or Renfe (3) among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Madrid to Pamplona.

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from Madrid to Pamplona

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

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

Autobuses Pamplona Madrid
09:00AM5h15
Madrid
02:15PMPamplona
$291One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Autobuses Pamplona Madrid
09:00AM5h15
Madrid
02:15PMPamplona
$291One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Iberia
08:25PM1h05
Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)
09:30PMPamplona Airport (PNA)
$2931One-way
0 transfers
Other options
Renfe ALVIA
10:35AM3h11
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
01:46PMPamplona station
$481One-way
0 transfers
Renfe ALVIA
07:35AM2h59
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
10:34AMPamplona station
$481One-way
0 transfers
iryo
09:15AM3h50
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
01:05PMPamplona station
$521One-way
1 transfer
Autobuses Pamplona Madrid
07:30AM5h45
Madrid
01:15PMPamplona
$291One-way
0 transfers
Autobuses Pamplona Madrid
11:00AM5h15
Madrid
04:15PMPamplona
$291One-way
0 transfers
Autobuses Pamplona Madrid
01:00PM5h15
Madrid
06:15PMPamplona
$291One-way
0 transfers
Iberia
08:15AM1h05
Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)
09:20AMPamplona Airport (PNA)
$3071One-way
0 transfers
Iberia
04:10PM1h05
Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)
05:15PMPamplona Airport (PNA)
$3361One-way
0 transfers

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How to Travel from Madrid to Pamplona

If you are traveling in Spain to see the running of the bulls or just want to spend some time in beautiful Pamplona, getting there from Madrid is simple. Travelers can take a train, bus or flight to make the journey from Madrid to Pamplona. The journey shouldn't take much more than 5 hours however you choose to travel.

Trains from Madrid to Pamplona | Buses from Madrid to Pamplona | Flights from Madrid to Pamplona

Madrid to Pamplona Travel Comparison

Average Price

Travel Time

Cheapest Time to Book

buses

€23

4:50 h

1 Day Ahead

trains

€56

3:03 h

1 Week Ahead

flight

€290

0:55 h

1 Month Ahead



What is the best way to travel from Madrid to Pamplona?

Cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Pamplona


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Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Pamplona. Buses traveling from Madrid to Pamplona usually depart from Madrid's Avenida de América bus station and take almost 5 hours to arrive at Pamplona's bus station. Usually around 16 buses travel from Madrid to Pamplona per day, with the first bus departing Madrid at 1:00 a.m. All buses traveling from Madrid to Pamplona require a transfer in Soria and are operated by Alsa.


Fastest way to travel from Madrid to Pamplona


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Taking a flight is the fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Pamplona. Flights are slightly faster than taking the train even when travel time to and from Madrid and Pamplona's airports are taken into consideration. Flights traveling from Madrid to Pamplona depart from Madrid–Barajas airport and land at Pamplona's airport after just 55 minutes of flight time. Flights also frequently travel from Madrid to San Seabstian's airport as well. Travelers will then need to travel approximately 60 km from San Sebastian to Pamplona. There are usually 4 or 5 direct flights from Madrid to Pamplona per day, with the first flight departing Madrid at approximately 7:50 a.m. All direct flights from Madrid to Pamplona are operated by Iberia.


Most popular way to travel from Madrid to Pamplona


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Taking a train is the most popular way to travel from Madrid to Pamplona. Trains are almost 2 hours faster than taking the bus while being only €33 more expensive on average. Taking the train is also only 10 minutes slower than taking a flight when travel time to and from Barcelona and Pamplona's airports is taken into consideration. Flights that land at San Sebastian's airport will be significantly slower than taking the train. Moreover, flights are €234 more expensive than trains on average. Trains traveling from Madrid to Pamplona depart from either Madrid's Puerta de Atocha or Chamartín train station and take at least 3 hours to arrive at Pamplona's train station. Some trains require a transfer in Zaragoza. Over 20 trains travel from Barcelona to Pamplona per day, with the first train departing Madrid at 5:50 a.m. All trains are operated by Renfe.


How to get from Madrid to Pamplona

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Madrid to Pamplona, 67,07% 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 Pamplona 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.

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All travel companies: Airlines, Train and Bus from Madrid to Pamplona

Travel to Pamplona from Madrid on Renfe, Alsa and Renfe Regional Expres travel with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

Renfe is a Spanish train company that operates throughout the country including trains between Madrid and Pamplona. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed AVE trains, regional trains, and night trains. The AVE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save money and time, as they allow you to travel overnight and arrive at your destination in the morning. Renfe offers several types of tickets, including single tickets, return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Renfe are Madrid-Barcelona, Madrid-Seville, and Madrid-Valencia. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore some of Spain's most beautiful cities in comfort and style.

    Alsa is the main provider of travel travel in Spain. As a subsidiary of the UK travel company National Express, Alsa offers a plethora of regional, national and international routes and transports more than 300 million passengers per year. Alsa has an impressive fleet of travel with different levels of comfort and amenities on offer. Aside from the Alsa Normal travel with free WiFi, bathrooms, footrests and entertainment on board, the Alsa Supra, Alsa Eurobus and Alsa Premium travel provide more luxurious services when traveling by road, depending on the specific route. Apart from the Standard ticket, Alsa offers other travel tickets like Minimum, Reduced and Flexible fares on select routes.

        FAQs: Travel from Madrid to Pamplona

        FAQs: Travel to Pamplona 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 Pamplona.
        FAQs

        There are 3 travel options to Pamplona from Madrid. You can take a train, bus or flight.

        The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Pamplona is by taking a train with average ticket prices of $18 (€16) compared to other travel options to Pamplona:

        Taking a train costs $12 (€11) less than taking a bus, which costs on average $30 (€26) for the same trip.

        A train is $38 (€33) less than a flight for this journey with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Pamplona costing on average $56 (€49).

        The fastest way from Madrid to Pamplona is by flight with an average journey time of 1 h.

        There are alternative travel options to Pamplona that take longer:

        Bus takes 5 h on average.

        Taking a train requires on average 2 h 59 min of travel time.

        Pamplona is approximately 197 miles (317 km) away from Madrid.

        The average frequency per day from Madrid to Pamplona is:

        • 5 buses a day.
        • Around 2 trains per day.

        However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip from Madrid to Pamplona as scheduled services by train, bus or flight can vary by season or day of the week.

        These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Madrid to Pamplona:

        • Most travelers board their bus from Madrid, Estación Sur de Autobuses and arrive in Pamplona, Estación De Autobuses (Yanguas y Miranda).
        • Most travelers who buy a plane ticket from Madrid to Pamplona depart from Madrid Barajas Airport to Pamplona Airport.
        • Most travelers catch their train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arrive in Pamplona.

        The following travel companies offer services from Madrid to Pamplona:

        • Autobuses Pamplona Madrid, Conda, Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Alsa Supra or Jimenez can get you to Pamplona by bus. You can find a good deal for bus tickets with Autobuses Pamplona Madrid from Madrid to Pamplona for $30 (€26) on Omio.
        • Air Nostrum or Iberia can get you to Pamplona by plane. You can find a good deal for plane tickets with Air Nostrum from Madrid to Pamplona for $56 (€49) on Omio.
        • Travel with Renfe (3), Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Regional Exprés, Renfe Intercity, Renfe (13), iryo or AVE to go to Pamplona by train. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Renfe ALVIA Madrid to Pamplona tickets on Omio for $18 (€16).

        Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Pamplona with the following travel companies:

        • 1 direct bus per day with Autobuses Pamplona Madrid or Jimenez.

        Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Pamplona as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets between Madrid and Pamplona.

        Looking to extend your trip from Madrid to Pamplona? Many Omio customers who go from Madrid to Pamplona usually extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Barcelona, Donostia-San Sebastian, Bilbao or Zaragoza. If you're looking to explore Barcelona, Donostia-San Sebastian, Bilbao or Zaragoza from Pamplona, let Omio find you the best connections available at an affordable price.
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