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

The cheapest train tickets from Madrid to Salamanca start from €24. The average price for this train route is around €31. 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 Salamanca?

The average train journey time from Madrid to Salamanca is 1h 41m, covering a distance of 174 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 37m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Madrid to Salamanca route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Madrid to Salamanca departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 21:11.

Train Madrid to Salamanca from €20

Next train departures

Next departures from Madrid to Salamanca on 25 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:26	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	2h 57m	11:23	Salamanca	Cheapest
Train	10:30	Madrid-Chamartin	1h 41m	12:11	Salamanca	Fastest
Train	11:06	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	2h 47m	13:53	Salamanca	No tags
Train	15:25	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	3h 3m	18:28	Salamanca	No tags
Train	17:53	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	2h 56m	20:49	Salamanca	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Salamanca on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	3h	10:40	Salamanca	Cheapest
Train	12:46	Madrid-Chamartin	1h 37m	14:23	Salamanca	Fastest
Train	08:50	Madrid-Chamartin	1h 41m	10:31	Salamanca	No tags
Train	11:10	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	2h 43m	13:53	Salamanca	No tags
Train	13:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	2h 39m	16:19	Salamanca	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Salamanca on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	3h	10:40	Salamanca	Cheapest
Train	12:46	Madrid-Chamartin	1h 37m	14:23	Salamanca	Fastest
Train	08:50	Madrid-Chamartin	1h 41m	10:31	Salamanca	No tags
Train	11:10	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	2h 43m	13:53	Salamanca	No tags
Train	13:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	2h 39m	16:19	Salamanca	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Salamanca on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	3h	10:40	Salamanca	Cheapest
Train	12:46	Madrid-Chamartin	1h 37m	14:23	Salamanca	Fastest
Train	08:50	Madrid-Chamartin	1h 41m	10:31	Salamanca	No tags
Train	11:10	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	2h 43m	13:53	Salamanca	No tags
Train	13:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	2h 39m	16:19	Salamanca	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Salamanca on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	3h	10:40	Salamanca	Cheapest
Train	12:46	Madrid-Chamartin	1h 37m	14:23	Salamanca	Fastest
Train	08:50	Madrid-Chamartin	1h 41m	10:31	Salamanca	No tags
Train	11:10	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	2h 43m	13:53	Salamanca	No tags
Train	13:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	2h 39m	16:19	Salamanca	No tags

Next departures from Madrid to Salamanca on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	3h	10:40	Salamanca	Cheapest
Train	12:46	Madrid-Chamartin	1h 37m	14:23	Salamanca	Fastest
Train	08:50	Madrid-Chamartin	1h 41m	10:31	Salamanca	No tags
Train	11:10	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	2h 43m	13:53	Salamanca	No tags
Train	13:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	2h 39m	16:19	Salamanca	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Madrid to Salamanca

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Salamanca. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19carpool per day

2h 20mAverage duration

177 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price€20 - €33	Average duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€24 - €73	Average duration1h 41m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price€8 - €24	Average duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5942 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3

According to 20 reviews, Renfe received a 4.5-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the seats, but some complained about the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at €24

RENFE Alvia Madrid Salamanca recent customer reviews

Fine. Comfortable and right on time.

R.g.m. N.

20 August 2025

Good on-time service

Michael M.

3 June 2025

Bien como siempre

Victor Manuel G.

26 March 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to Salamanca 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 Salamanca?
The cheapest train tickets from Madrid to Salamanca start from €24. The average price for this train route is around €31. 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 Salamanca?
The average train journey time from Madrid to Salamanca is 1h 41m, covering a distance of 174 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 37m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Madrid to Salamanca route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Madrid to Salamanca?
The earliest train from Madrid to Salamanca departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 21:11.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

22/01

€28

23/01

€50

Today

€50

25/01

€28

26/01

€28

27/01

€28

28/01

€28

29/01

€28

The cheapest trip from Madrid to Salamanca was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of €28

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

You can expect to pay from €28 to €50 for a train ticket from Madrid to Salamanca based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €28, which is on 2026-01-25.