The cheapest and fastest trains from Rotterdam to Madrid
Cheapest price
£333
Average price
£355
Fastest journey
21 h 53 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 51 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1424 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Madrid will cost around £355 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £333.
To travel from Rotterdam to Madrid you need to make at least 3 changes.






Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Rotterdam to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, and a train costs an average of £339.
Distance: 1424 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£387 Average Price | £114 Average Price Cheapest | £227 Average Price |
25h 49m Average total duration 25h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 5m Average total duration 23h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rotterdam to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Madrid trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:58 Rotterdam | 22h47 | 15:45 Madrid | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rotterdam to Madrid
Trains from Rotterdam to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 25h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £339 but you can travel from only £51 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 17:51. The fastest train covers the 1424 km distance in 21h 53m.
Distance 1424 km |
Average train duration 25h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price £339 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 21h 53m |
First train 05:50 |
Last train 17:51 |
Train companies: Eurostar from Rotterdam to Madrid trainsEurostar trains will get you between Rotterdam and Madrid from £51. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Rotterdam to Madrid train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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.

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