The cheapest and fastest trains from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
479 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 27 trains that leave El Puerto de Santa María for Madrid every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 479 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 28 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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061478:258h12El Puerto de Santa María, Av. del Monasterio (Estación de tren)16:37Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£321One-way1 change
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061678:259h59El Puerto de Santa María, Av. del Monasterio (Estación de tren)18:24Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£321One-way1 change
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061479:057h32El Puerto de Santa María Station16:37Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£331One-way1 change
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0616714:044h20El Puerto de Santa María Station18:24Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£331One-way1 change
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0616710:068h18El Puerto de Santa María Station18:24Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£331One-way1 change
0217518:364h00El Puerto de Santa María Station22:36Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£511One-way0 changes
0213513:564h07El Puerto de Santa María Station18:03Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£1011One-way0 changes
020757:004h07El Puerto de Santa María Station11:07Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£741One-way0 changes
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0616714:044h20El Puerto de Santa María Station18:24Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£331One-way1 change
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0616713:564h28El Puerto de Santa María Station18:24Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£511One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £20.
Distance: 479 km
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4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 56m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid trains for today, Tuesday 12 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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13017+ 06217 | Delayed 17:49 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 5h16 | 21:05 21:05Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
02175 | Delayed 16:36 18:36El Puerto de Santa María Station | 4h00 | 22:36 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 13 May | |||||
02075 | Delayed 5:00 7:00El Puerto de Santa María Station | 4h07 | 11:07 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
Normal+ 06147 | 8:25 El Puerto de Santa María, Av. del Monasterio (Estación de tren) | 8h12 | 16:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06167 | 8:25 El Puerto de Santa María, Av. del Monasterio (Estación de tren) | 9h59 | 18:24 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06127 | 8:25 El Puerto de Santa María, Av. del Monasterio (Estación de tren) | 6h37 | 15:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13005+ 06147 | On time 9:05 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 7h32 | 16:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13005+ 06167 | On time 9:05 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 9h19 | 18:24 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13005+ 06127 | On time 9:05 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 5h57 | 15:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13007+ 06147 | On time 10:06 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 6h31 | 16:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13007+ 06167 | On time 10:06 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 8h18 | 18:24 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13007+ 06127 | On time 10:06 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 4h56 | 15:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13009+ 06167 | On time 11:16 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 7h08 | 18:24 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13009+ 06013 | On time 11:16 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 7h48 | 19:04 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13009+ 06147 | On time 11:16 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 5h21 | 16:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13011+ 06013 | 13:06 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 5h58 | 19:04 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13011+ 06167 | 13:06 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 5h18 | 18:24 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13011+ 06217 | 13:06 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 9h59 | 23:05 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06013 | 13:45 El Puerto de Santa María, Av. del Monasterio (Estación de tren) | 5h19 | 19:04 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
Normal+ 06217 | 13:45 El Puerto de Santa María, Av. del Monasterio (Estación de tren) | 9h20 | 23:05 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
02135+ 06167 | 13:56 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 4h28 | 18:24 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
02135 | 13:56 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 4h07 | 18:03 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
13393+ 06217 | 14:04 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 9h01 | 23:05 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13393+ 06013 | 14:04 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 5h00 | 19:04 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13393+ 06167 | 14:04 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 4h20 | 18:24 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13013+ 06217 | 15:06 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 7h59 | 23:05 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
13015+ 06217 | 16:06 El Puerto de Santa María Station | 6h59 | 23:05 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid
Trains from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 479 km distance in 3h 52m.
Distance 479 km |
Average train duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 6:00 |
Last train 19:40 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
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Trains from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid
Those wishing to visit the Spanish capital can expect to choose from 4-5 direct trains services per day, including the weekend. The journey takes approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes. Departure times are spread throughout the day, beginning shortly after 08:00 a.m. continuing until the early evening.
Which train companies travel from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid?
The nationalised Spanish rail company Renfe is the only company providing trains from El Puerto de Santa María and Madrid. Renfe trains offer comfortable seating with different classes available, and feature on board catering, toilets and WLAN.
How long is the train from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid?
A direct train from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid takes just under four hours. Passengers travelling with an indirect train journey can expect journey times up to eight hours including changeovers.
How many trains are there from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid?
There are 4-5 direct trains from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid travelling daily, including Saturdays and Sundays. When choosing to travel via an indirect route, which are readily available, journey times do increase and may incur wait times at connecting stations.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid?
Departure train station: All trains depart from Puerto Santa Maria station. The main station is located slightly east to the centre of El Puerto de Santa Maria but is easily accessible by bus or local rail. There is a car park nearby as well as a coach terminal. The station has toilets, ATMs and lost luggage.
Arrival train station: Madrid Atocha is the biggest and busiest station in Madrid. Although it is located slightly outside the city centre, it is well connected with public transport and it is even possible to walk to the heart of the city within 30 minutes. Madrid Atocha has high-speed train connections to the rest of the South of Spain. The station itself offers food, drinks, shops, toilets, left luggage and even a turtle pool. Additionally, there are many hotels and further restaurants within walking distance.
FAQs: El Puerto de Santa María to Madrid train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from El Puerto de Santa María 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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Important Stations and Airports in El Puerto de Santa María and Madrid
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
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