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Zaragoza to Madrid Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Zaragoza to Madrid? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as AU$ 28.11, with the average fare for this route being approximately AU$ 66.23. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • Sun, Aug 3
    From AU$ 48.08
  • Mon, Aug 4
    From AU$ 42.20
  • Tue, Aug 5
    From AU$ 46.68
  • Wed, Aug 6
    From AU$ 35.21
  • Thu, Aug 7
    From AU$ 48.08
  • Fri, Aug 8
    From AU$ 46.10
  • Sat, Aug 9
    From AU$ 28.11
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07:51
Zaragoza-Delicias
09:17
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
1h 26m, DirectOUIGO
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08:00
Zaragoza-Delicias
14:13
Madrid-Chamartín
6h 13m, Directrenfe
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08:01
Zaragoza-Delicias
09:27
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
1h 26m, Directrenfe
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08:55
Zaragoza-Delicias
10:38
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
1h 43m, Directrenfe
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09:14
Zaragoza-Delicias
10:42
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
1h 28m, Directiryo
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09:45
Zaragoza-Delicias
11:19
Paris
1h 34m, Directrenfe
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Zaragoza to Madrid Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Zaragoza to Madrid usually begin at AU$ 28.11. The average travel time is about 1h 26m, spanning a distance of roughly 272 km. OUIGO, renfe, iryo provides around 32 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
07:51
Last train
Last train
22:30
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 26m
Distance
Distance
272 km
Price
Price
From AU$ 28.11
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Train Operators

Spanish train offers

Travellers on Renfe's AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy exclusive discounts tailored to select routes. These offers are subject to availability and vary based on travel schedules, routes, and terms.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe's discounts for disabled people offer up to 40% off, though you will need to spend €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Please note that the discount on Avant trains is greater on weekends. If you wish to refund or change your ticket, it will depend on the type of ticket chosen and may incur a fee.

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 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.

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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Zaragoza to Madrid

Renfe trains, particularly the AVE models, provide four service categories based on fare options. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking enhanced comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders also benefit from the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Zaragoza to Madrid Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Zaragoza 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.

Zaragoza 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

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    Book in Advance

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    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

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