Madrid to Lisbon train with Renfe ALVIA

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Lisbon

Showing times and prices for 18 Jun

Cheapest price

£78

Average price

£78

Fastest journey

8 h 1 m

Average duration

8 h 1 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

502 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Lisbon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Madrid to Lisbon will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.

Fast trains

To travel from Madrid to Lisbon you need to make at least 2 changes.

Renfe Viajeros
08:518h01
Madrid
16:52Lisbon
£781One-way
2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Lisbon

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Lisbon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.

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£78

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£168

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8h 31m

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8h 9m

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5h 11m

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2h 11m

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3h 0m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

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0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

1.5 - 3.0kg

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Madrid to Lisbon?

The best time to book your train from Madrid to Lisbon is 21 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Madrid to Lisbon route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Madrid to Lisbon per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Madrid to Lisbon.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Madrid to Lisbon

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Trains from Madrid to Lisbon run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8
Distance
502 km
Average train duration
8h 1m
Cheapest ticket price
£78
Trains per day
1
Fastest train
8h 1m
First train
00:15
Last train
20:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £8

Train companies: Renfe Intercity, Comboios De Portugal and Renfe trains Madrid to Lisbon

Travel to Lisbon from Madrid on Renfe Intercity, Comboios De Portugal and Renfe trains with Omio. When comparing timetables and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

Renfe Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Spanish national railway company, Renfe. It operates throughout Spain, connecting major cities and towns with frequent departures throughout the day. The Intercity service offers a variety of train types, including the Alvia and Talgo, all of which offer comfortable seating and modern amenities. Alvia and Talgo offer fast trains but not as fast the high-speed trains like AVE, offering more stops. Passengers can choose from a range of ticket types, including Economy, Business, and First Class. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe Intercity include Madrid to Barcelona, Madrid to Seville, and Barcelona to Valencia.


    Trains from Madrid to Lisbon: Journey Details

    Trains from Madrid to Lisbon depart once a day at just before 10:00 p.m., arriving in Lisbon approximately 11 hours later, in time for breakfast. This direct service uses the Trenhotel sleeper train, called The Lusitania.

    Lisbon is full of museums, palaces, high-end and quirky shops, as well as excellent food. Its mild climate means that al-fresco lunches can be enjoyed for much of the year.


    Renfe trains from Madrid to Lisbon

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    Renfe is Spain's national train operator and connects the country's main points of interest. In addition, Renfe has the largest high-speed network in Europe with AVE and Alvia trains. Other Renfe train types are Altaria, Euromed and Talgo. All Renfe trains are equipped with an on-board bistro, toilets, air conditioning and many of them with Wi-Fi.

    At Omio you can easily check the Renfe timetable for your trip and book cheap Renfe tickets from Madrid to Lisbon. When booking, you can choose different classes (Tourist, Tourist Plus, Preferred and Club), the seat and the type of ticket you want (Promo, Promo+, Flexible or Round Trip). If you have a Renfe discount card, you can specify it when you buy your ticket at Omio and take advantage of many offers. For information on ticket cancellation, please visit our Help centre.


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    Taking the Train from Madrid

    Trains from Madrid to Lisbon depart from Madrid Chamartin Station, Madrid's second largest station, which is located in the city's Northern business district. The station is on lines 1 and 10 of the city's Metro system, as well as being linked by frequent bus routes, which run across the city and out to the airport and suburbs. Madrid has regular night bus routes, which operate seven days a week. Taxis are available at Madrid Chamartin Station.

    Getting into Lisbon by Train

    Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, spreads along the banks of the River Tejo and is today one of the most popular city break destinations in Europe. The city blends wide, elegant boulevards with narrow cobbled alleys and steep staircases, topped with the impressive Castelo de São Jorge. Across the river the landscape is dominated by the Cristo Rei, a smaller version of Rio de Janeiro's Christ statue. Trains from Madrid to Lisbon arrive first at Lisbon Oriente Station and a few minutes later at Lisbon St Apolonia Station. Both are conveniently located for the city's transport network of local and Metro trains, funiculars, buses, water ferries and trams. Some tram routes still use antique carriages and are one of Lisbon's tourist attractions. Taxis are available at both stations.

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