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Contemporary art museum in a restored setting, with Spanish and Portuguese works. A strong choice for modern art and cross-border cultural context.
Cheapest price on 03 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 03 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 03 Sept
2 h 48 m
Average journey duration on 03 Sept
2 h 49 m
Trains on 03 Sept
2
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Entroncamento to Badajoz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Entroncamento to Badajoz will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Thu 03 Sept, we found 2 trains from Entroncamento to Badajoz, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 145 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 50 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.
R 481
R 485
R 481
R 485Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Entroncamento to Badajoz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a coach costs an average of £43.
Distance: 145 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Entroncamento to Badajoz:
A train is £30 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Entroncamento to Badajoz costing on average £43.
Other travel options to Badajoz take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 40m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £14. The journey takes 2h 48m versus 2h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Comboios De Portugal.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Entroncamento to Badajoz trains for today, Wednesday 2 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 485 | 13:36 Entroncamento station | 2h50 | 17:26 Badajoz station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 3 September | |||||
R 481 | 9:06 Entroncamento station | 2h48 | 12:54 Badajoz station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Entroncamento to Badajoz run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:06, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 145 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 9:06 |
Last train 19:41 |
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Main square framed by arcades and historic buildings. It is a natural meeting point and a practical base for exploring the old and modern city.
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Refined regional cooking in an elegant setting, known for updated Extremaduran dishes and a polished dining experience.
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Established spot for tapas, grilled meats and local specialities, with a lively, informal dining room favoured by locals.
Moderate for Spain. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels are often cheaper than in Madrid, Barcelona, or major coastal cities. Local buses are low cost.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafés; round up taxi fares, but tips are not expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Entroncamento to Badajoz 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 Badajoz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Entroncamento to Badajoz trains use the Entroncamento to Badajoz station pair. Use this guide to compare Entroncamento and Badajoz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Entroncamento has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante O Pote, Restaurante O Túnel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Entroncamento. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Entroncamento. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Entroncamento: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Entroncamento: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Entroncamento: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Gameiro, Dom Joao Hotel, Hotel Torres Novas.
Badajoz is 1 km from Badajoz city centre. Public transport options include:
Badajoz has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Ticket Office.
Food and drink options are available at Badajoz.
Ticket office support is available at Badajoz.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Badajoz: Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Badajoz.
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