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Madrid-Tarragona trains: timetables, fares and offers
Madrid-Tarragona train in 2h 21min from €45. 15 departures a day, real timetables and stops. Check fares and book your trip.
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2026-09-02
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Route summary
Quick summary of the Madrid-Tarragona route
The Madrid-Tarragona train covers 356 km in 2h 21min on the fastest AVE, and up to 3h 03min on the services with more stops. There are 15 departures a day from Madrid Puerta de Atocha to Camp de Tarragona, from €45 and averaging €94. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
| Distance | 356 km |
| Shortest journey | 2h 21min (AVE) |
| Longest journey | 3h 03min |
| Departures a day | 15 trains |
| Train types | AVE |
| Lowest fare | €45 |
| Average fare | €94 |
| Highest fare | €194 |
| Cheapest time of day | before 9am |
| Best time to book | 31-60 days before travelling |
| Departure station | Madrid Puerta de Atocha |
| Arrival station | Camp de Tarragona |
Schedules
Madrid-Tarragona train timetable
The first train leaves Madrid Puerta de Atocha at 06:16 and the last one at 19:34. The fastest service is the AVE at 18:57, arriving at 21:18 in 2h 21min. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Type | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:15 | 13:52 | 7h 37min | — | |
| 06:43 | 14:28 | 7h 45min | — | |
| 08:30 | 13:52 | 5h 22min | — | |
| 08:38 | 18:29 | 9h 51min | — | |
| 09:00 | 18:05 | 9h 05min | — | |
| 09:45 | 18:05 | 8h 20min | — | |
| 10:30 | 17:28 | 6h 58min | — | |
| 11:23 | 20:52 | 9h 29min | — | |
| 11:30 | 17:28 | 5h 58min | — | |
| 11:45 | 19:53 | 8h 08min | — | |
| 11:45 | 21:15 | 9h 30min | — | |
| 12:00 | 19:53 | 7h 53min | — | |
| 12:00 | 21:15 | 9h 15min | — | |
| 12:30 | 18:05 | 5h 35min | — | |
| 12:30 | 18:05 | 5h 35min | — | |
| 12:30 | 19:53 | 7h 23min | — | |
| 12:30 | 20:11 | 7h 41min | — | |
| 12:56 | 22:15 | 9h 19min | — | |
| 12:57 | 22:15 | 9h 18min | — | |
| 14:30 | 20:27 | 5h 57min | — | |
| 15:07 | 22:37 | 7h 30min | — | |
| 15:30 | 21:15 | 5h 45min | — | |
| 16:30 | 22:47 | 6h 17min | — |
A sample of the 15 daily services, spread across the day. Check your date's availability in the search box.
Prices
Madrid-Tarragona train fares
The Madrid-Tarragona train starts at €45.20 in Turista class, with an average fare of €94 across everything on sale. Preferente class can reach €194. Based on 1,792 real queries to the Renfe API.
| Type/class | From | Average fare | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVE Turista | €45.20 | €84.77 | €126.70 |
| ALVIA Turista | €46.50 | €70.50 | €123.50 |
| AVLO Turista | €46.60 | €77.21 | €149.00 |
| REGIONAL Turista | €47.10 | €70.60 | €99.50 |
| REG.EXP. Turista | €57.00 | €77.50 | €135.70 |
| ALVIA Preferente | €59.80 | €77.98 | €129.50 |
| AVE Preferente | €63.40 | €107.59 | €183.40 |
| MD Turista | €70.50 | €123.05 | €194.00 |
Journey time
How long does the Madrid-Tarragona train take?
The AVE takes 2h 21min between Madrid Puerta de Atocha and Camp de Tarragona. Services with more stops take up to 3h 03min. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
| Service | Duration | Departures a day |
|---|---|---|
| AVE | 2h 21min – 3h 03min | 15 |
Stations
Stations on the Madrid-Tarragona route
Trains leave from Madrid Puerta de Atocha and arrive at Camp de Tarragona. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
On board
On board the Madrid-Tarragona train
The route is served by AVE. What each train carries depends on the set assigned to the service, so it is worth checking when you book.
| Service | Duration | Departures a day | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVE | 2h 21min – 3h 03min | 15 | Turista and Preferente |
Savings
How to pay less on the Madrid-Tarragona train
To save on the Madrid-Tarragona train, book 31-60 days ahead (14% average saving). Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week, averaging €83. Data from 1,792 real queries to the Renfe API.
Book 31-60d ahead
14.3% cheaper than buying in the last 48 hours
Average fare booking this far ahead: €92
Travel on Tuesday
The cheapest day of the week, averaging €83
Tuesday: €83 on average vs Friday: €108
Pick first thing in the morning trains
The cheapest time of day, averaging €82
€82 on average vs €102 at the most expensive time
Search with flexible dates
Moving the trip by ±2 days can bring the fare down a long way
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Search with flexible dates
Moving the trip by ±2 days can bring the fare down a long way
Compare departure days in the ofertren.com search box
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Madrid-Tarragona train
How much does the Madrid-Tarragona train cost?
From €45 one way, averaging €94 and up to €194 on the busiest dates. The lowest fare on record is AVE Turista, from €45.20.
How long does the train from Madrid to Tarragona take?
The AVE takes 2h 21min between Madrid Puerta de Atocha and Camp de Tarragona. Services with more stops take up to 3h 03min.
How many trains a day run from Madrid to Tarragona?
15 departures a day from Madrid Puerta de Atocha, split between AVE.
Which station do trains to Tarragona leave from in Madrid?
From Madrid Puerta de Atocha, where the 15 daily services on this route start.
Which station in Tarragona do trains from Madrid arrive at?
At Camp de Tarragona.
Does the Madrid-Tarragona train make intermediate stops?
The most frequent stops are Zaragoza-Delicias, Lleida-Pirineus, Calatayud and Guadalajara - Yebes.
What time do the first and last trains to Tarragona leave?
The first leaves Madrid Puerta de Atocha at 06:16 and arrives at 08:43. The last one leaves at 19:34 and arrives at 22:37.
When is the Madrid-Tarragona train cheapest?
Booking 31-60 days before travelling saves 14.3% on average. Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week, averaging €83. The first thing in the morning trains are the cheapest of the day, averaging €82.
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