The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Berlin
Cheapest price
£294
Average price
£374
Fastest journey
1 d 6 h 13 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1870 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Berlin will cost around £374 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £294.
To travel from Madrid to Berlin you need to make at least 3 changes.


Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £76. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.9 - 4.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £76, and a train costs an average of £292.
Distance: 1870 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£292 Average Price | £181 Average Price | £142 Average Price Cheapest |
45h 23m Average total duration 44h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration Fastest 5h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 47m Average total duration 13h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 5.6 - 11.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare prices and tickets Madrid to Berlin by train, coach or flight
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Why should you book Madrid to Berlin trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare AVE with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Madrid to Berlin.
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Raileurope or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Madrid to Berlin.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Berlin
Trains from Madrid to Berlin run on average 10 times per day, taking around 44h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £292 but you can travel from only £31 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:04, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 1870 km distance in 44h 53m.
Distance 1870 km |
Average train duration 44h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £292 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 44h 53m |
First train 00:04 |
Last train 23:50 |
Train companies: AVE from Madrid to Berlin trainsAVE trains will get you between Madrid and Berlin from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
AVE
FAQs: Madrid to Berlin train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Berlin
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Biertempel 2
- McDonald's
- Eis Bär
- Cafe Mon Cherie
- Appartements Eisemann
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- La Femme
- Insel Snack
- Curry-Baude
- BAK Breakfast House
- Hotel am Luisenbad
- Citylight Hotel
- Wyndham Garden Berlin Mitte
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