The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Madrid
Cheapest price
£593
Average price
£593
Fastest journey
1 d 4 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1728 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Madrid will cost around £593 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £593.
To travel from Edinburgh to Madrid you need to make at least 4 changes.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.7 - 4.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £528.
Distance: 1728 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£588 Average Price | £147 Average Price Cheapest | £171 Average Price |
30h 32m Average total duration 30h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 37h 43m Average total duration 37h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 5.2 - 10.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Madrid by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Madrid
Trains from Edinburgh to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 30h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £528 but you can travel from only £34 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 10:30, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 1728 km distance in 27h 21m.
Distance 1728 km |
Average train duration 30h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £528 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 27h 21m |
First train 10:30 |
Last train 19:58 |
Train companies: LNER, Lumo from Edinburgh to Madrid trainsLNER, Lumo trains will get you between Edinburgh and Madrid from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Lumo
FAQs: Edinburgh to Madrid train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Madrid by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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