- Must visit
Museu de Maricel
Art museum in a seafront palace with Romanesque, Gothic and modern works, plus decorative arts and notable views from the terraces.
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£31
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
2 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
2 h 39 m
Trains on 09 Sept
23
Distance
473 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Sitges is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Sitges will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 23 trains from Madrid to Sitges, including 23 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 473 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 45 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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06021Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Sitges among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £38, while a flight costs an average of £74.
Distance: 473 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£38 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price | £74 Average Price | £87 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration 6h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Sitges:
A train is £33 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Madrid to Sitges costing on average £71.
A train is £36 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Sitges costing on average £74.
Other travel options to Sitges take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 23m.
Coach takes on average 6h 12m.
The journey is about 1h 24m faster (4h 23m by train vs 5h 47m by car) and roughly £49 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£38 vs £87). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Sitges trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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06261 | 6:09 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h26 | 9:35 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06261 | Delayed 6:09 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h41 | 6:50 6:50Camp de Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
06471 | 6:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 9:45 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06071 | 7:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 10:24 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06081 | 8:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:24 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06281 | 8:50 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:52 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06501 | 9:31 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h27 | 12:58 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06011 | 9:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h24 | 13:21 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06011 | 9:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h42 | 12:39 Camp de Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
06111 | 11:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 14:39 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06121 | 12:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 15:39 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06541 | 13:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 16:44 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06021 | 14:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h31 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06021 | 14:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h45 | 17:27 Camp de Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
06151 | 15:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 18:54 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06571 | 16:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 19:24 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06161 | 16:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 19:39 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06171 | 17:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h20 | 20:42 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06181 | Delayed 18:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h28 | 19:00 19:00Camp de Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
06181 | 18:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h12 | 21:44 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06015 | 19:29 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h21 | 22:50 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06015 | 19:29 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h40 | 22:09 Camp de Tarragona | 0 changesdirect | |
06415 | 20:10 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h18 | 23:28 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Madrid to Sitges run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 473 km distance in 2h 28m.
Distance 473 km |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 2h 28m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 21:13 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Discover the best of Sitges — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sitges trip today.
Art museum in a seafront palace with Romanesque, Gothic and modern works, plus decorative arts and notable views from the terraces.
Santiago Rusiñol’s former home and studio, displaying paintings, ironwork and collections that shaped Sitges artistic identity.
Compact seafront museum inside a modernista building, presenting the Bacardí family story, heritage and links with Sitges.
Palm-lined seafront promenade ideal for walking, beaches and modernista villas, stretching between the old town and quieter shores.
The historic quarter of narrow lanes, whitewashed houses and small squares around the church, perfect for exploring Sitges on foot.
Popular seafront avenue facing the church and sea, known for postcard views, beaches and easy access to the old town museums.
A hearty rice dish from the Sitges carnival season, cooked with pork sausage, prawns and cuttlefish. It is one of the town’s signature festive specialities.
A simple tapa of bread rubbed with tomato and olive oil. It is a Catalan staple served everywhere in Sitges, often alongside ham, cheese or fish.
Xató is a classic Catalan salad of escarole, cod, anchovies, tuna and olives with a rich nut sauce. Sitges is one of the towns most associated with it.
Refined dining room focused on market-driven Mediterranean cooking and carefully presented seasonal tasting menus.
Long-established seafront restaurant known for rice dishes, seafood and paella in an elegant yet relaxed setting on the promenade.
Stylish restaurant by the marina specialising in Mediterranean seafood, rice dishes and grilled fish with harbour views.
Moderate for coastal Spain: lodging rises in summer, dining is mid-priced, and trains to Barcelona are reasonably priced.
Tipping is modest: round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. In cafés and taxis, rounding up is usual but not expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Sitges 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 Sitges, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Sitges trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Sitges train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
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