How much does a train ticket cost from Madrid to Córdoba?

The cheapest train tickets from Madrid to Córdoba start from £13. The average price for this train route is around £44. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Madrid to Córdoba?

The average train journey time from Madrid to Córdoba is 1h 47m, covering a distance of 184 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 43m and is operated by Iryo .

Which train operators serve the Madrid to Córdoba route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 33 trains available per day, including services from Renfe , Iryo , OUIGO .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Madrid to Córdoba?

The earliest train from Madrid to Córdoba departs at 06:50. And the latest train departs at 21:20.

Which is the best train operator from Madrid to Córdoba?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Iryo , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 396 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Córdoba?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Iryo has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Madrid to Córdoba?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Iryo , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Madrid to Córdoba?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Iryo , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Madrid to Córdoba from £14

Next train departures

Next departures from Madrid to Córdoba on 29 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:55	Atocha	1h 47m	22:42	Córdoba Train Station	Cheapest
Train	08:55	Atocha	1h 46m	10:41	Córdoba Train Station	Fastest
Train	08:55	Atocha	1h 46m	10:41	Córdoba Train Station	No tags
Train	09:23	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	1h 53m	11:16	Cordoba Central, Estación Tren	No tags
Train	08:55	Atocha	1h 46m	10:41	Córdoba Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Córdoba on 30 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:00	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	1h 56m	08:56	Cordoba Central, Estación Tren	Cheapest
Train	08:55	Atocha	1h 46m	10:41	Córdoba Train Station	Fastest
Train	07:55	Atocha	1h 47m	09:42	Córdoba Train Station	No tags
Train	07:00	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	1h 56m	08:56	Cordoba Central, Estación Tren	No tags
Train	07:55	Atocha	1h 47m	09:42	Córdoba Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Córdoba on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	20:35	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	1h 47m	22:22	Cordoba Central, Estación Tren	Cheapest
Train	06:50	Atocha	1h 46m	08:36	Córdoba Train Station	Fastest
Train	06:50	Atocha	1h 46m	08:36	Córdoba Train Station	No tags
Train	07:00	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	1h 56m	08:56	Cordoba Central, Estación Tren	No tags
Train	06:50	Atocha	1h 46m	08:36	Córdoba Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Córdoba on 2 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:00	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	1h 47m	14:47	Cordoba Central, Estación Tren	Cheapest
Train	06:50	Atocha	1h 46m	08:36	Córdoba Train Station	Fastest
Train	06:50	Atocha	1h 46m	08:36	Córdoba Train Station	No tags
Train	07:00	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	1h 56m	08:56	Cordoba Central, Estación Tren	No tags
Train	06:50	Atocha	1h 46m	08:36	Córdoba Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Córdoba on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:00	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	1h 47m	14:47	Cordoba Central, Estación Tren	Cheapest
Train	06:50	Atocha	1h 46m	08:36	Córdoba Train Station	Fastest
Train	06:50	Atocha	1h 46m	08:36	Córdoba Train Station	No tags
Train	07:00	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	1h 56m	08:56	Cordoba Central, Estación Tren	No tags
Train	06:50	Atocha	1h 46m	08:36	Córdoba Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Córdoba on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	1h 48m	09:23	Cordoba Central, Estación Tren	Cheapest
Train	06:50	Atocha	1h 46m	08:36	Córdoba Train Station	Fastest
Train	06:50	Atocha	1h 46m	08:36	Córdoba Train Station	No tags
Train	07:00	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	1h 56m	08:56	Cordoba Central, Estación Tren	No tags
Train	06:50	Atocha	1h 46m	08:36	Córdoba Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Córdoba on 5 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:35	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	1h 48m	09:23	Cordoba Central, Estación Tren	Cheapest
Train	08:55	Atocha	1h 46m	10:41	Córdoba Train Station	Fastest
Train	08:55	Atocha	1h 46m	10:41	Córdoba Train Station	No tags
Train	07:00	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	1h 56m	08:56	Cordoba Central, Estación Tren	No tags
Train	08:55	Atocha	1h 46m	10:41	Córdoba Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Córdoba on 6 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	19:05	Atocha	1h 46m	20:51	Córdoba Train Station	Cheapest
Train	08:55	Atocha	1h 46m	10:41	Córdoba Train Station	Fastest
Train	07:55	Atocha	1h 47m	09:42	Córdoba Train Station	No tags
Train	07:00	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	1h 56m	08:56	Cordoba Central, Estación Tren	No tags
Train	07:55	Atocha	1h 47m	09:42	Córdoba Train Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Madrid to Córdoba

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Córdoba. The journey takes about 1 hour 47 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33train per day

1h 47mAverage duration

184 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£24 - £31	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£13 - £161	Average duration1h 47m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£12 - £38	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Madrid and Córdoba?

Madrid

A
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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B
Madrid-Chamartin
C. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
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C
Madrid-Príncipe Pio
Príncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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D
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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E
Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain

Córdoba

A
Cordoba Central, Estación Tren
Córdoba, Gta. Tres Culturas, s/n, 14011 Córdoba, Spain
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B
Estación Autobuses
Av. Vía Augusta, 702, 14011 Córdoba, Spain
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C
Estación Córdoba
Av. de América, 33, 14005 Córdoba, Spain

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5919 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.1

Iryo

4.5/5396 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.9

OUIGO

4.5/580 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.2

ES train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to Córdoba by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Madrid to Córdoba?
The cheapest train tickets from Madrid to Córdoba start from £13. The average price for this train route is around £44. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Madrid to Córdoba?
The average train journey time from Madrid to Córdoba is 1h 47m, covering a distance of 184 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 43m and is operated by Iryo.
Which train operators serve the Madrid to Córdoba route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 33 trains available per day, including services from Renfe, Iryo, OUIGO.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Madrid to Córdoba?
The earliest train from Madrid to Córdoba departs at 06:50. And the latest train departs at 21:20.
Which is the best train operator from Madrid to Córdoba?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Iryo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 396 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Córdoba?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Iryo has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Madrid to Córdoba?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Iryo, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Madrid to Córdoba?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Iryo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

27/11

£54

28/11

£34

Today

£24

30/11

£21

01/12

£21

02/12

£14

03/12

£18

04/12

£21

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Córdoba was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Madrid to Córdoba as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £14 to £126 for a train ticket from Madrid to Córdoba based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-02.