The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Grenoble
Cheapest price
£120
Average price
£168
Fastest journey
8 h 49 m
Average duration
11 h 52 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
933 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Grenoble is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Grenoble will cost around £168 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £120.
To travel from Madrid to Grenoble you need to make at least 2 changes.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Grenoble
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Grenoble among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £118.
Distance: 933 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£165 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £87 Average Price |
8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 22m Average total duration 17h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | 2.8 - 5.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Grenoble train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Grenoble trains for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:10 Madrid | 17h19 | 14:29 Grenoble | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 25 February | |||||
![]() | 06:40 Madrid | 8h49 | 15:29 Grenoble | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:00 Madrid | 9h29 | 22:29 Grenoble | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs TGV INOUI?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for TGV INOUI, but also compare tickets for the likes of AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros or iryo to find the best option for your trip from Madrid to Grenoble.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Grenoble
Trains from Madrid to Grenoble run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £119 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 10:02, the last at 10:02. The fastest train covers the 933 km distance in 8h 49m.
Distance 933 km |
Average train duration 8h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £119 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 8h 49m |
First train 10:02 |
Last train 10:02 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros, iryo from Madrid to Grenoble trainsTGV INOUI, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros, iryo trains will get you between Madrid and Grenoble from £24. 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 Grenoble train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Grenoble 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 Grenoble, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Grenoble
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Rue Pierre Sémard.
- Restaurant Le Gratin Dauphinois
- Le Petit Bouche
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Residhotel Central Gare
- ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare
- Hotel Europole
- Located in the main hall
- 180 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to Lyon, Marseille, and regional destinations
- Tramway: Line A, Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
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