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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guadix to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Guadix to Madrid will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 2 trains from Guadix to Madrid, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 350 km distance in an average of 5 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 18 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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Trains from Guadix to Madrid run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:02, the last at 17:16. The fastest train covers the 350 km distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 350 km |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 8:02 |
Last train 17:16 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Guadix to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 15:16 Guadix | 5h18 | 20:34 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:16 Guadix | 5h10 | 21:26 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guadix 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.

Most Guadix to Madrid trains use the Guadix to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Use this guide to compare Guadix and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Guadix is 2 km from Guadix city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Guadix has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Guadix.
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
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