
1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Food available
- Extra legroom
- Cabin luggage
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£57
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 41 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 52 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
383 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Gijón is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Gijón will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 6 trains from Madrid to Gijón, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 383 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 59 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Gijón among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 16m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £77.
Distance: 383 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£57 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £77 Average Price | £71 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Gijón:
A coach is £19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Gijón costing on average £57.
A coach is £40 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Gijón costing on average £77.
Other travel options to Gijón take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 36m.
Coach takes on average 5h 26m.
Tickets start at around £57 compared to roughly £71 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £14. The journey takes 4h 36m versus 4h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Renfe AVLO, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Gijón trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:04 Madrid | 3h58 | 9:02 Gijón | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:23 Madrid | 3h58 | 14:21 Gijón | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:37 Madrid | 3h41 | 18:18 Gijón | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:37 Madrid | 3h41 | 19:18 Gijón | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:51 Madrid | 3h59 | 20:50 Gijón | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:51 Madrid | 3h59 | 21:50 Gijón | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Madrid to Gijón run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 383 km distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 383 km |
Average train duration 4h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 19:10 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
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Discover the best of Gijón — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Gijón trip today.
Excellent Roman baths museum beneath Campo Valdés. Walkways and remains explain everyday life in ancient Gijón near San Pedro church.
Museum in Jovellanos’s birthplace with paintings, sculpture and period rooms. A strong choice for art and local history in the old town.
Open-air museum preserving an Asturian workers’ settlement. Houses, workshops and displays offer insight into industrial and social history.
Historic fishermen’s quarter on a headland above the sea. Wander its lanes, viewpoints and plazas for atmosphere, heritage and local character.
Large urban beach and seafront promenade central to city life. Come for a scenic walk, broad sands and classic views of the bay.
Marina-side promenade lined with colourful letters and bay views. It is a popular modern photo stop linking the port with the old town.
Fabes stewed slowly with chorizo, morcilla and pork. Asturias’s signature comfort dish, deeply tied to local farmhouse cooking.
A thick Asturian bean stew with fabes, clams and prawns. It reflects the region’s strong link between mountain produce and the Cantabrian coast.
Small hake cubes in a light batter, usually served hot with lemon. A classic cider-bar tapa in Gijón’s old quarter.
Refined dining room focused on contemporary Asturian cooking with careful presentation and quality local ingredients.
Well-known seafood restaurant by Playa de San Lorenzo, valued for fresh fish, shellfish and polished but relaxed service.
Popular traditional venue in Cimavilla for hearty Asturian dishes, cider and an informal atmosphere with strong local character.
Moderate for Spain’s north coast: dining and local transport are reasonable, while summer hotels and seafront stays cost more than smaller Asturias towns.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. In cafés and taxis, round up or leave small change.
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Estación de Gijón -> Plaza del Humedal, Gijón
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Gijón 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 Gijón, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Gijón trains use the Madrid Chamartín to Gijon station pair, with some services arriving at Calzada De Asturias. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Gijón 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.
Gijon is 1 km from Gijón city centre. Public transport options include:
Gijon 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 Gijon.
ATMs are available at Gijon.
Ticket office support is available at Gijon. Information desks are available at Gijon.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gijon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gijon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gijon.
Calzada De Asturias is 2 km from Gijón city centre. Public transport options include:
Calzada De Asturias has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Calzada De Asturias.
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