The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Salou
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
2 h 19 m
Average duration
2 h 19 m
Trains per day
1
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 £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.
Of the 1 trains that leave Madrid for Salou every day 1 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 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
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06501Travel Information
Compare train, flight and coach 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 coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. 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 coach costs an average of £46, and a flight costs an average of £44.
Distance: 415 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£68 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £101 Average Price |
4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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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, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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06501 | Delayed 09:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h19 | 11:21 11:21Camp de Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Salou
Trains from Madrid to Salou run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 415 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 415 km |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 06:27 |
Last train 21:13 |
Train companies: Ouigo, iryo, Renfe from Madrid to Salou trainsOuigo, iryo, Renfe trains will get you between Madrid and Salou from £36. 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
- 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
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