Spain
Getting to Madrid by train
Trains to Madrid arrive at Madrid Puerta de Atocha, served by Renfe, AVE, iryo, OUIGO España and Avlo. Gopaxo compares every offer in a single search to find you the best price to this city in Spain.
Why visit Madrid?
Madrid is one of the most searched-for cities in Spain, of which it is the capital. Travellers come for Museo del Prado, Puerta del Sol and Parque del Retiro, all reachable on foot or by public transport from the station. The train drops you in the centre — no airport transfer, no check-in queue.
How to get to Madrid by train
Direct and connecting services reach Madrid. We've detailed the most requested routes below: each page lists the duration, prices from, operators and the departure and arrival stations.
Madrid train station
The main station is Madrid Puerta de Atocha. Long-distance trains run by Renfe, AVE, iryo, OUIGO España and Avlo arrive here, with connections to city transport. Be on the platform 10 to 15 minutes before departure: unlike flying, there is no check-in.
What to see in Madrid
The highlights worth planning for:
- Museo del Prado
- Puerta del Sol
- Parque del Retiro
Practical info for Madrid
The essentials before you go:
- Country: Spain
- Main station: Madrid Puerta de Atocha
- Currency: EUR (€)
- Main language: Spanish
- Operators: Renfe, AVE, iryo, OUIGO España and Avlo
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