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

The cheapest train tickets from Tarragona to Madrid start from €39. The average price for this train route is around €97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Tarragona to Madrid?

The average train journey time from Tarragona to Madrid is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 427 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 13m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Tarragona to Madrid route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Renfe , OUIGO .

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

The earliest train from Tarragona to Madrid departs at 07:59. And the latest train departs at 20:34.

Which is the best train operator from Tarragona to Madrid?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is OUIGO , with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 80 reviews.

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

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator OUIGO has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.2.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is OUIGO , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Train Tarragona to Madrid from €35

Next train departures

Next departures from Tarragona to Madrid on 26 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:34	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 45m	15:19	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	13:23	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 29m	15:52	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	12:34	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 45m	15:19	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	12:34	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 45m	15:19	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	12:34	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 45m	15:19	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from Tarragona to Madrid on 27 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:34	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 45m	15:19	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	07:59	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 13m	10:12	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	07:59	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 13m	10:12	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	07:59	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 13m	10:12	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	08:33	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 46m	11:19	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from Tarragona to Madrid on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:59	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 13m	10:12	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	CheapestFastest
Train	07:59	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 13m	10:12	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	07:59	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 13m	10:12	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	07:59	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 13m	10:12	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	08:33	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 46m	11:19	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from Tarragona to Madrid on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:59	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 13m	10:12	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	07:59	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 13m	10:12	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	07:59	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 13m	10:12	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	07:59	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 13m	10:12	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	08:33	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 46m	11:19	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from Tarragona to Madrid on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:29	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 50m	13:19	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	07:59	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 13m	10:12	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	07:59	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 13m	10:12	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	07:59	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 13m	10:12	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	08:33	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 46m	11:19	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from Tarragona to Madrid on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:29	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 50m	13:19	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	13:23	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 29m	15:52	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	08:33	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 46m	11:19	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	08:33	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 46m	11:19	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	08:33	Camp de Tarragona Train Station	2h 46m	11:19	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Tarragona to Madrid

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just €39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10train per day

2h 45mAverage duration

427 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price€55 - €56	Average duration7h 15m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€39 - €209	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price€24 - €61	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

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

Tarragona

A
Estación de Autobuses de Tarragona
Calle Pere Martell 1, 43001, Tarragona
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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
E
Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5943 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3

OUIGO

4.5/580 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.2

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tarragona to Madrid 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 Tarragona to Madrid?
The cheapest train tickets from Tarragona to Madrid start from €39. The average price for this train route is around €97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Tarragona to Madrid?
The average train journey time from Tarragona to Madrid is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 427 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 13m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Tarragona to Madrid route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Renfe, OUIGO.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Tarragona to Madrid?
The earliest train from Tarragona to Madrid departs at 07:59. And the latest train departs at 20:34.
Which is the best train operator from Tarragona to Madrid?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is OUIGO, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 80 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Tarragona to Madrid?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator OUIGO has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.2.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Tarragona to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is OUIGO, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Tarragona to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is OUIGO, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

24/01

€39

25/01

€70

Today

€39

27/01

€47

28/01

€38

29/01

€39

30/01

€47

31/01

€38

The cheapest trip from Tarragona to Madrid was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of €38

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

You can expect to pay from €38 to €208 for a train ticket from Tarragona to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €38, which is on 2026-01-31.