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Tarragona-Madrid trains: timetables, fares and offers
Tarragona-Madrid train in 2h 37min from €45. 12 departures a day, real timetables and stops. Check fares and book your trip.
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Route summary
Quick summary of the Tarragona-Madrid route
The Tarragona-Madrid train covers 398 km in 2h 37min on the fastest AVE, and up to 3h 16min on the services with more stops. There are 12 departures a day from Camp de Tarragona to Madrid Puerta de Atocha, from €45 and averaging €93. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
| Distance | 398 km |
| Shortest journey | 2h 37min (AVE) |
| Longest journey | 3h 16min |
| Departures a day | 12 trains |
| Train types | AVE |
| Lowest fare | €45 |
| Average fare | €93 |
| Highest fare | €201 |
| Cheapest time of day | between 4pm and 8pm |
| Best time to book | 31-60 days before travelling |
| Departure station | Camp de Tarragona |
| Arrival station | Madrid Puerta de Atocha |
Schedules
Tarragona-Madrid train timetable
The first train leaves Camp de Tarragona at 06:24 and the last one at 20:34. The fastest service is the AVE at 08:00, arriving at 10:37 in 2h 37min. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:17 | 15:38 | 7h 21min | — | |
| 08:51 | 14:37 | 5h 46min | — | |
| 09:05 | 17:37 | 8h 32min | — | |
| 11:43 | 17:38 | 5h 55min | — | |
| 11:43 | 18:38 | 6h 55min | — | |
| 14:45 | 21:38 | 6h 53min | — | |
| 16:51 | 23:18 | 6h 27min | — |
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Prices
Tarragona-Madrid train fares
The Tarragona-Madrid train starts at €44.60 in Turista class, with an average fare of €93 across everything on sale. Preferente class can reach €201. Based on 788 real queries to the Renfe API.
| Type/class | From | Average fare | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intercit Turista | €44.60 | €66.63 | €111.70 |
| EUROMED Turista | €45.20 | €72.19 | €117.40 |
| Intercit Preferente | €49.70 | €71.44 | €159.40 |
| EUROMED Preferente | €61.60 | €95.35 | €162.20 |
| ALVIA Turista | €70.20 | €81.82 | €92.50 |
| ALVIA Preferente | €80.30 | €88.10 | €96.50 |
| AVE Turista | €81.50 | €121.24 | €190.80 |
| AVE Preferente | €90.80 | €128.05 | €201.30 |
Journey time
How long does the Tarragona-Madrid train take?
The AVE takes 2h 37min between Camp de Tarragona and Madrid Puerta de Atocha. Services with more stops take up to 3h 16min. 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 37min – 3h 16min | 12 |
Stations
Stations on the Tarragona-Madrid route
Trains leave from Camp de Tarragona and arrive at Madrid Puerta de Atocha. 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 Tarragona-Madrid 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 37min – 3h 16min | 12 | Turista and Preferente |
Savings
How to pay less on the Tarragona-Madrid train
To save on the Tarragona-Madrid train, book 31-60 days ahead (22% average saving). Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week, averaging €85. Data from 788 real queries to the Renfe API.
Book 31-60d ahead
22.4% cheaper than buying in the last 48 hours
Average fare booking this far ahead: €88
Travel on Tuesday
The cheapest day of the week, averaging €85
Tuesday: €85 on average vs Friday: €104
Pick the afternoon trains
The cheapest time of day, averaging €73
€73 on average vs €98 at the most expensive time
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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 Tarragona-Madrid train
How much does the Tarragona-Madrid train cost?
From €45 one way, averaging €93 and up to €201 on the busiest dates. The lowest fare on record is AVE Turista, from €81.50.
How long does the train from Tarragona to Madrid take?
The AVE takes 2h 37min between Camp de Tarragona and Madrid Puerta de Atocha. Services with more stops take up to 3h 16min.
How many trains a day run from Tarragona to Madrid?
12 departures a day from Camp de Tarragona, split between AVE.
Which station do trains to Madrid leave from in Tarragona?
From Camp de Tarragona, where the 12 daily services on this route start.
Which station in Madrid do trains from Tarragona arrive at?
At Madrid Puerta de Atocha.
Does the Tarragona-Madrid 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 Madrid leave?
The first leaves Camp de Tarragona at 06:24 and arrives at 09:40. The last one leaves at 20:34 and arrives at 23:44.
When is the Tarragona-Madrid train cheapest?
Booking 31-60 days before travelling saves 22.4% on average. Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week, averaging €85. The the afternoon trains are the cheapest of the day, averaging €73.
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