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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Salou
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 39 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
415 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Salou is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Salou will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 6 trains that leave Madrid for Salou every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 415 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 44 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.
062616:092h41Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes8:50Camp de Tarragona£301One-way0 changes- 0618118:322h28Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes21:00Camp de Tarragona£351One-way0 changes
- 0601519:292h40Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes22:09Camp de Tarragona£351One-way0 changes
- 0602114:422h45Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes17:27Camp de Tarragona£401One-way0 changes
- 060119:572h42Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes12:39Camp de Tarragona£461One-way0 changes
- 0618118:322h28Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes21:00Camp de Tarragona£351One-way0 changes
- 0601519:292h40Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes22:09Camp de Tarragona£351One-way0 changes
- 062616:092h41Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes8:50Camp de Tarragona£301One-way0 changes
- 060119:572h42Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes12:39Camp de Tarragona£461One-way0 changes
065019:312h44Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes12:15Camp de Tarragona£491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Madrid to Salou
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Salou among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £41.
Distance: 415 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£50 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Salou train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Salou trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06021 | Delayed 14:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h45 | 15:27 15:27Camp de Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06181 | Delayed 18:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h28 | 19:00 19:00Camp de Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06015 | Delayed 19:29 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h40 | 20:09 20:09Camp de Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 06261 | 6:09 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h41 | 8:50 Camp de Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06501 | 9:31 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h44 | 12:15 Camp de Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06011 | 9:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h42 | 12:39 Camp de Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Salou
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Trains from Madrid to Salou run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:14, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 415 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 415 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 9:14 |
Last train 21:13 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe from Madrid to Salou trainsSNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe trains will get you between Madrid and Salou from £22. 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 Salou train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Salou 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 Salou, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Salou
Most Madrid to Salou trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Camp de Tarragona station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Salou train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do trains to Salou leave from?
Getting to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from Madrid city centre
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train station facilities and services
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
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