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Compare coach and flight for Cardiff to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £67, and a flight costs an average of £115.

Distance: 1230 km

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Most popular Flight	Coach
£260 Average Price	£125 Average Price Cheapest
6h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	30h 25m Average total duration 29h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
3.7 - 7.4kg CO2 emissions	1.2 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest
Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cardiff to Madrid

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Take a train from Cardiff to Madrid and enjoy the approximately 1230 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

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.

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Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £67

Distance

1230 km

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £67

FAQs: Cardiff to Madrid train

FAQs: Travel by train from Cardiff to Madrid easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Madrid.

Cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Madrid can start from as little as £611 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cardiff to Madrid is £611; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time to Madrid from Cardiff is on average 24 h 38 min for the 763 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go from Cardiff to Madrid by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cardiff to Madrid leaves at 06: 47. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cardiff to Madrid leaves at 20: 22.

There is 1 train a day from Cardiff to Madrid which require at least one change with first_great_western. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Cardiff to Madrid train with first_great_western. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip to Madrid from Cardiff as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 22.

You have options as you can travel to Madrid from Cardiff 3 different ways: train, flight or coach.