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Tarragona to Madrid Train Prices and Times

Considering a journey from Tarragona to Madrid? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets beginning at € 51.04, with the average cost for this route around € 25.00. We advise exploring split ticketing methods to get the best possible fares.
  • Sat, Aug 30
    From € 57.28
  • Sun, Aug 31
    From € 56.87
  • Mon, Sep 1
    From € 68.49
  • Tue, Sep 2
    From € 51.04
  • Wed, Sep 3
    From € 61.45
  • Thu, Sep 4
    From € 54.53
  • Fri, Sep 5
    From € 61.45
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16:25
Camp De Tarragona
18:51
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 26m, Directiryo
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16:34
Camp De Tarragona
19:19
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 45m, Directrenfe
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18:34
Camp De Tarragona
21:19
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 45m, Directrenfe
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19:14
Camp De Tarragona
21:52
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 38m, Directrenfe
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19:31
Camp De Tarragona
21:57
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 26m, Directiryo
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20:34
Camp De Tarragona
23:19
Paris
2h 45m, Directrenfe
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Tarragona to Madrid Train Route Details

The train ticket from Tarragona to Madrid typically costs from € 51.04. The journey averages 2h 26m in travel time and covers an approximate distance of 424 km. OUIGO, renfe, iryo generally offers 16 trains per day on this route. For planning purposes, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
06:24
Last train
Last train
21:13
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 26m
Distance
Distance
424 km
Price
Price
From € 51.04
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Train Operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.

Spanish train offers

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers travel discounts of 8% for groups of four to nine people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can also receive up to a 50% discount. For groups of more than 25 people, you can submit a quote to see if it will be accepted. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Advance booking

Save up to 70% on Renfe AVE Básico tickets by booking 3 months ahead. Trip.com shows detailed fare lists. By planning your travel in advance, you can take advantage of these significant discounts and enjoy a more budget-friendly journey.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: during weekdays, you can get a 25% discount, while on weekends, you can receive a 40% discount. Note that all services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets. The same applies to whether changes and refunds are allowed.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25 with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. The card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. With this scheme, you can enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE International trains, or a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe provides discounts for large families in Spain, offering 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE (high-speed) and Larga Distancia (long-distance) trains. However, these discounts do not apply to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. For single-parent families, discounts are valid only on Rodalies trains in Catalonia when using the relevant certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Onboard Renfe trains from Tarragona to Madrid

Renfe's AVE trains offer four service types based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers during their journey. Seating options include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

Each AVE train comes with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and baggage allowance of up to three bags. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or budget-conscious passengers, providing a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are designed for those who seek higher comfort, featuring wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Tarragona to Madrid Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Tarragona to Madrid, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Tarragona to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60-90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • Buy a Return ticket

    Buy a Return ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outward and returning journeys, cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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