The cheapest and fastest trains from Grenoble to Madrid
Cheapest price
£139
Average price
£139
Fastest journey
9 h 44 m
Average duration
14 h 30 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
933 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grenoble to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grenoble to Madrid will cost around £139 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £139.
To travel from Grenoble to Madrid you need to make at least 2 changes.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Grenoble to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £140.
Distance: 933 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£140 Average Price | £117 Average Price | £79 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 29m Average total duration 17h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Grenoble to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Grenoble to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:01 Grenoble | 9h44 | 15:45 Madrid | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grenoble to Madrid
Trains from Grenoble to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £140 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 09:30, the last at 10:30. The fastest train covers the 933 km distance in 9h 44m.
Distance 933 km |
Average train duration 8h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £140 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 44m |
First train 09:30 |
Last train 10:30 |
Train companies: AVE, TGV INOUI, SNCF from Grenoble to Madrid trainsAVE, TGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Grenoble and Madrid from £37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Grenoble to Madrid train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grenoble 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Grenoble and Madrid
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Rue Pierre Sémard.
- Restaurant Le Gratin Dauphinois
- Le Petit Bouche
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Residhotel Central Gare
- ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare
- Hotel Europole
- Located in the main hall
- 180 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to Lyon, Marseille, and regional destinations
- Tramway: Line A, Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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