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MARCO Museo de Arte Contemporánea de Vigo
Contemporary art museum in a former courthouse. It presents changing exhibitions by Spanish and international artists in the city centre.
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£64
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£80
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
4 h 7 m
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
4 h 20 m
Trains on 30 Aug
22
Distance
465 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Vigo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Vigo will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
On Sun 30 Aug, we found 22 trains from Madrid to Vigo, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 465 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 51 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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37722Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Vigo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 17m. 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 coach costs an average of £42, while a flight costs an average of £109.
Distance: 465 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£72 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £109 Average Price |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 41m Average total duration 7h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Vigo trains for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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04975 | Delayed 18:06 Madrid Chamartín | 4h23 | 20:29 20:29Vigo Urzáiz | 0 changesdirect | |
04975+ 00622 | Delayed 18:06 Madrid Chamartín | 4h51 | 22:03 22:03Vigo Urzáiz | 1 change | |
04975+ 12461 | On time 18:06 Madrid Chamartín | 5h38 | 23:44 Vigo-Guixar | 1 change | |
04975+ 37722 | On time 18:06 Madrid Chamartín | 4h51 | 22:57 Vigo Urzáiz | 1 change | |
| Sunday 30 August | |||||
04475 · 04505 | On time 8:26 Madrid Chamartín | 5h45 | 14:11 Vigo Urzáiz | 1 change | |
04475 | Delayed 8:26 Madrid Chamartín | 4h08 | 10:34 10:34Vigo Urzáiz | 0 changesdirect | |
04475+ 09123 | On time 8:26 Madrid Chamartín | 5h01 | 13:27 Vigo Urzáiz | 1 change | |
04475+ 12453 | On time 8:26 Madrid Chamartín | 6h34 | 15:00 Vigo-Guixar | 1 change | |
04505 | 10:04 Madrid Chamartín | 4h07 | 14:11 Vigo Urzáiz | 0 changesdirect | |
04505+ 09143 | 10:04 Madrid Chamartín | 5h38 | 15:42 Vigo Urzáiz | 1 change | |
04505+ 09153 | 10:04 Madrid Chamartín | 6h23 | 16:27 Vigo Urzáiz | 1 change | |
04505+ 12453 | 10:04 Madrid Chamartín | 4h56 | 15:00 Vigo-Guixar | 1 change | |
04345 · 04565 | 14:40 Madrid Chamartín | 5h04 | 19:44 Vigo Urzáiz | 1 change | |
04345+ 12441 | 14:40 Madrid Chamartín | 6h51 | 21:31 Vigo-Guixar | 1 change | |
04345+ 12459 | 14:40 Madrid Chamartín | 7h23 | 22:03 Vigo-Guixar | 1 change | |
04565+ 00622 | 15:32 Madrid Chamartín | 7h25 | 22:57 Vigo Urzáiz | 1 change | |
04565 | 15:32 Madrid Chamartín | 4h12 | 19:44 Vigo Urzáiz | 0 changesdirect | |
04565+ 12441 | 15:32 Madrid Chamartín | 5h59 | 21:31 Vigo-Guixar | 1 change | |
04565+ 12459 | 15:32 Madrid Chamartín | 6h31 | 22:03 Vigo-Guixar | 1 change | |
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Trains from Madrid to Vigo run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 19:17. The fastest train covers the 465 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 465 km |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 5:08 |
Last train 19:17 |
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Discover the best of Vigo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vigo trip today.
Contemporary art museum in a former courthouse. It presents changing exhibitions by Spanish and international artists in the city centre.
Museum on the seafront exploring Galicia’s relationship with the Atlantic through archaeology, fishing, ecology and maritime culture.
Small ethnographic museum in Castrelos Park showing Galician traditional crafts, domestic life and rural culture in a historic house.
Seafront hill and park with paths, gardens and one of Vigo’s best panoramas over the port, estuary and Cíes Islands on clear days.
Historic quarter of stone lanes, arches and small squares. It is ideal for wandering and discovering Vigo’s older urban character.
Large landscaped park around a manor house, with formal gardens, wooded areas and a peaceful setting for a relaxed city walk.
Octopus boiled and served with olive oil, paprika and salt. A Galician classic, especially popular at local festivals and seafood restaurants.
Small green peppers from nearby Padrón, usually fried in olive oil and sprinkled with sea salt. Most are mild, but a few are famously hot.
Hearty Galician soup made with grelos, potatoes, beans and pork. It is a traditional cold-weather dish with deep regional roots.
Traditional seafood restaurant near the old quarter, known for shellfish, fish and classic Galician cooking in a polished setting.
Established restaurant serving refined Galician cuisine with strong seafood options and a more formal dining room.
Popular marisquería focused on Galician seafood and fish, with a straightforward local feel and reliable produce.
Moderate for Spain: food and local transport are good value, while summer hotels near the centre and coast can raise overall trip costs.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés only if service was good.
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Vigo Urzáiz -> Praza de España, Vigo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Vigo 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 Vigo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Vigo trains use the Madrid Chamartín to Vigo Urzáiz station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Vigo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including 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 options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Vigo Urzáiz has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Vicus bar
ATMs are available at Vigo Urzáiz.
Ticket office support is available at Vigo Urzáiz. Information desks are available at Vigo Urzáiz.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vigo Urzáiz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vigo Urzáiz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vigo Urzáiz.
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