Brussels to Madrid train with AVE

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels to Madrid

Showing times and prices for 17 May

Cheapest price

£281

Average price

£281

Fastest journey

15 h 47 m

Average duration

15 h 47 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

1316 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brussels to Madrid will cost around £281 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £281.

Fast trains

To travel from Brussels to Madrid you need to make at least 2 changes.

TGV INOUI9814+AVE09742+iryo06210
08:0015h47
Brussels-Midi
23:47Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£2811One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Brussels to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.2kg.

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£380

Average Price

£197

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£96

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Cheapest

22h 2m

average duration

21h 32m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 17m

average duration

Fastest

5h 17m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

1d 27h 43m

average duration

1d 27h 13m

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30m

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0.4 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

3.9 - 7.9kg

CO2 emissions

1.3 - 3.3kg

CO2 emissions

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Brussels to Madrid train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Saturday 17 May
Last updated at 14:30
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sncf-tgv-inoui9814+RenfeAVE09742+iryo0621006:00 Brussels-Midi
15h47
21:47 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes2 changes

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Brussels to Madrid?

The best time to book your train from Brussels to Madrid is 70 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Brussels to Madrid route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Brussels to Madrid per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Brussels to Madrid.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels to Madrid

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Trains from Brussels to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 21h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £380 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £40
Distance
1316 km
Average train duration
21h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£380
Trains per day
1
Train providers
3
Fastest train
21h 32m
First train
06:00
Last train
10:17
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £40

Train companies: Renfe AVE INT, Renfe and Renfe-SNCF trains Brussels to Madrid

For as little as £342 you can travel by train to Madrid from Brussels with Renfe AVE INT, Renfe and Renfe-SNCF. Omio will show you the best deals, timetables and tickets available for this trip.

Renfe is a Spanish train company that operates throughout the country including trains to Madrid from Brussels. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed AVE trains, regional trains, and night trains. The AVE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save money and time, as they allow you to travel overnight and arrive at your destination in the morning. Renfe offers several types of tickets, including single tickets, return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Renfe are Madrid-Barcelona, Madrid-Seville, and Madrid-Valencia. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore some of Spain's most beautiful cities in comfort and style.

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