The cheapest and fastest trains from Nîmes to Madrid
Cheapest price
£141
Average price
£149
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 51 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
765 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nîmes to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nîmes to Madrid will cost around £149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £141.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nîmes for Madrid every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 765 km distance in an average of 6 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nîmes to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nîmes to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £27.
Distance: 765 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£132 Average Price | £59 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 6m Average total duration Fastest 6h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 46m Average total duration 14h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nîmes to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Nîmes to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 08:01 Nîmes | 6h51 | 14:52 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:02 Nîmes | 6h50 | 14:52 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Nîmes to Madrid by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of TGV INOUI or Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Nîmes to Madrid.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Raileurope or Trainline?
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nîmes to Madrid
Trains from Nîmes to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 13:25. The fastest train covers the 765 km distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 765 km |
Average train duration 6h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 50m |
First train 06:08 |
Last train 13:25 |
Train companies: AVE, TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros from Nîmes to Madrid trainsAVE, TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Nîmes and Madrid from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Nîmes to Madrid train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nîmes to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nîmes and Madrid
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at 1 Boulevard Sergent Triaire.
- Le Cheval Blanc
- Restaurant La Table du 2
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hôtel Empire
- Hôtel de L'Amphithéâtre
- Hôtel Marquis de la Baume
- Located in the main hall
- 500 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Paris, regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram-bus: Line T1
- 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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