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Museo Vasco del Ferrocarril
Working steam railway museum with restored locomotives, heritage rides and exhibits on Basque rail history. A leading visit near Beasain.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Beasain is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Beasain will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
On Mon 09 Nov, we found 2 trains from Madrid to Beasain, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 318 km distance in an average of 6 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 46 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 Madrid to Beasain run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:08, the last at 14:50. The fastest train covers the 318 km distance in 4h 2m.
Distance 318 km |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 2m |
First train 7:08 |
Last train 14:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Beasain.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Beasain trains for today, Sunday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18063 | 12:25 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 6h55 | 19:20 Beasain station | 0 changesdirect | |
04257+ 18063 | 14:50 Madrid Chamartín | 4h30 | 19:20 Beasain station | 1 change | |
| Monday 9 November | |||||
![]() | 7:06 Madrid | 6h46 | 13:52 Beasain | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:06 Madrid | 6h46 | 14:52 Beasain | 0 changesdirect | |
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Working steam railway museum with restored locomotives, heritage rides and exhibits on Basque rail history. A leading visit near Beasain.
Interpretation centre on the region’s industrial and railway heritage, giving useful context to Beasain’s development and nearby factories.
Exhibition space in the Igartza monumental complex with displays on local history, architecture and the traditional role of the estate.
Beasain’s best-known heritage area, combining palace, mill, bridge and riverside spaces for an easy walk through local history.
Central square used for markets, events and everyday town life, making it a practical place to start exploring Beasain on foot.
Popular hillside walking area above the town, combining nature, local devotion and broad views over Beasain and the Goierri landscape.
Slow-cooked hake or cod in a green parsley, garlic and olive oil sauce, a Basque classic closely associated with nearby Gipuzkoa.
Salt cod cooked with garlic, olive oil and chilli until the sauce emulsifies. It is one of the best-known traditional dishes in the Basque Country.
Thick sirloin or rib steak from old cattle, grilled rare over charcoal. It is a staple of Basque cider houses and local celebratory meals.
Well-known nearby cider house experience with traditional menu, sagardoa and hearty Basque specialities in a rustic setting.
Traditional Basque grill and cider house-style dining in Beasain, known for steak, cod dishes and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Established local restaurant serving classic Basque dishes and set menus in a straightforward, welcoming town-centre setting.
Moderate for northern Spain: lodging and dining are mid-priced, local transport is modest, and tourist mark-ups are lower than in bigger Basque cities.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxis are usually rounded up; cafés may get small change.
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Beasain -> Plaza San Martin, Beasain
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Beasain 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 Beasain, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Beasain trains use the Madrid Chamartín to Beasain station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Beasain train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Madrid Príncipe Pío is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Príncipe Pío 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Casa Mingo, Café de Oriente, Noodles King
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Príncipe Pío, Acta Madfor Hotel, Hotel Exe Moncloa.
Beasain has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Beasain.
ATMs are available at Beasain.
Available at Beasain: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Beasain: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Beasain.
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