060129:192h57Camp de Tarragona12:16Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£591One-way0 changes
060808:232h52Camp de Tarragona11:15Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£691One-way0 changes
0601413:462h51Camp de Tarragona16:37Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£721One-way0 changes
0602011:512h51Camp de Tarragona14:42Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£911One-way0 changes
0636016:252h51Camp de Tarragona19:16Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£1181One-way0 changes
0621021:012h51Camp de Tarragona23:52Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£1371One-way0 changes
0636016:252h51Camp de Tarragona19:16Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£1181One-way0 changes
0602011:512h51Camp de Tarragona14:42Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£911One-way0 changes
0601413:462h51Camp de Tarragona16:37Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£721One-way0 changes
060808:232h52Camp de Tarragona11:15Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes£691One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Salou to Madrid
The cheapest option from Salou to Madrid is train, with an average price of £42. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Salou to Madrid among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.
Distance: 415 km
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£42 Average Price Cheapest option | £96 Average Price |
4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Salou to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Salou to Madrid trains for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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06080 | Delayed 6:23 8:23Camp de Tarragona | 2h52 | 11:15 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06012 | Delayed 7:19 9:19Camp de Tarragona | 2h57 | 10:16 10:16Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06020 | Delayed 9:51 11:51Camp de Tarragona | 2h51 | 14:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06014 | Delayed 11:46 13:46Camp de Tarragona | 2h51 | 14:37 14:37Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06360 | Delayed 14:25 16:25Camp de Tarragona | 2h51 | 19:16 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06610 | Delayed 18:54 20:54Camp de Tarragona | 2h54 | 21:48 21:48Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salou to Madrid
Typically, there are 2 trains per day from Salou to Madrid, including 2 direct trains, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 415 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 415 km |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Lowest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 21:13 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe from Salou to Madrid trainsSNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe trains will get you between Salou and Madrid from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Salou to Madrid train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salou 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 Salou and Madrid
Most Salou to Madrid trains use the Camp de Tarragona to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Salou and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do trains from Salou arrive at?
Getting to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from Madrid city centre
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
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