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12:5026h20Madrid15:10Edinburgh£7061One-way5 changes
- 12:5026h20Madrid15:10Edinburgh£7061One-way5 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Edinburgh
The cheapest option from Madrid to Edinburgh is flight, with an average price of £132. Omio recommends booking the flight, as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Edinburgh among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, as it emits only 1.7 - 4.3kg.
Distance: 1728 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£711 Average Price | £138 Average Price | £132 Average Price Cheapest option |
32h 35m Average total duration 32h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration Fastest option 3h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 36h 23m Average total duration 35h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 5.2 - 10.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Edinburgh trains for today, Monday 6 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 21:07 Madrid | 38h01 | 11:08 Edinburgh | 5 changes | |
| Tuesday 7 July | |||||
| 12:50 Madrid | 26h20 | 15:10 Edinburgh | 5 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Edinburgh
Spain
United Kingdom
Typically, there are 1 trains per day from Madrid to Edinburgh, including direct trains, taking around 32h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £706 but you can travel from only £39 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 12:50, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 1728 km distance in 26h 19m.
Distance 1728 km |
Average train duration 32h 5m |
Lowest ticket price £706 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 26h 19m |
First train 12:50 |
Last train 21:07 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: AVE, Renfe Viajeros from Madrid to Edinburgh trainsAVE, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Madrid and Edinburgh from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Madrid to Edinburgh train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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