The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Irun
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
5 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
361 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Irun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Irun will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £44.
Of the 3 trains that leave Madrid for Irun every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 361 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 11 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.
0416717:375h43Madrid Chamartín23:20Irun station£441One-way0 changes
040877:205h59Madrid Chamartín13:19Irun station£641One-way0 changes
0425714:466h11Madrid Chamartín20:57Irun station£711One-way0 changes
0416717:375h43Madrid Chamartín23:20Irun station£441One-way0 changes
040877:205h59Madrid Chamartín13:19Irun station£641One-way0 changes
0425714:466h11Madrid Chamartín20:57Irun station£711One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Irun
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Irun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 361 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£41 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price | £263 Average Price |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Madrid to Irun train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Irun trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
04087 | 7:20 Madrid Chamartín | 5h59 | 13:19 Irun station | 0 changesdirect | |
04257 | 14:46 Madrid Chamartín | 6h11 | 20:57 Irun station | 0 changesdirect | |
04167 | 17:37 Madrid Chamartín | 5h43 | 23:20 Irun station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Irun
Trains from Madrid to Irun run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 17:37. The fastest train covers the 361 km distance in 5h 43m.
Distance 361 km |
Average train duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 43m |
First train 4:50 |
Last train 17:37 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe MD, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo from Madrid to Irun trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe MD, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo trains will get you between Madrid and Irun from £16. 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 Irun train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Irun 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 Irun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Irun
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with special rates arranged by nearby hotels
- Restaurant Casa Mingo
- Café de Oriente
- Noodles King
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- €0.60
- Hotel Príncipe Pío
- Acta Madfor Hotel
- Hotel Exe Moncloa
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and Cercanías trains
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line 6, Line 10
- Bus: Several lines available
- Cercanías: Lines C1, C7, C10
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