SAN FERNANDO to MADRID train from £14 with iryo

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13009+06217
11:0112h11
San Fernando-Bahía Sur
23:12Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£111One-way
1 change
13017+06217
17:355h37
San Fernando-Bahía Sur
23:12Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£111One-way
1 change
13015+06217
15:517h21
San Fernando-Bahía Sur
23:12Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£111One-way
1 change
13393+06217
13:519h21
San Fernando-Bahía Sur
23:12Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£111One-way
1 change
13013+06217
14:518h21
San Fernando-Bahía Sur
23:12Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£111One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach, train and flight for San Fernando to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Fernando to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £22.

Distance: 489 km

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Most popular Train	Coach	Flight
£53 Average Price	£36 Average Price Cheapest	£153 Average Price
4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 22m Average total duration 7h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions	1.5 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

San Fernando to Madrid train times

The table below shows live departures for San Fernando to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
13001+06127	Delayed 5:53 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	9h09	13:02 13:02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
02075	Delayed 4:46 6:46San Fernando-Bahía Sur	4h21	11:07 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
13003+06127	Delayed 6:56 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	8h06	13:02 13:02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
13003+06015	On time 6:56 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	12h08	19:04 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
13005+06127	Delayed 8:51 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	6h11	13:02 13:02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
13005+06015	On time 8:51 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	10h13	19:04 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
13007+06127	Delayed 9:51 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	5h11	13:02 13:02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
13007+06015	On time 9:51 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	9h13	19:04 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
13009+06015	On time 11:01 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	8h03	19:04 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
13009+06217	On time 11:01 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	12h11	23:12 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
13011+06015	On time 12:51 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	6h13	19:04 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
13011+06217	On time 12:51 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	10h21	23:12 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
02135	13:23 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	4h40	18:03 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
02135+06217	13:23 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	9h49	23:12 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
02135+06015	13:23 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	5h41	19:04 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
13393+06217	13:51 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	9h21	23:12 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
13393+06015	13:51 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	5h13	19:04 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
13013+06217	On time 14:51 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	8h21	23:12 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
13015+06217	On time 15:51 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	7h21	23:12 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
02165	16:17 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	4h37	20:54 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
13017+06217	17:35 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	5h37	23:12 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	1 change
02175	18:13 San Fernando-Bahía Sur	4h23	22:36 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
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Why should you book San Fernando to Madrid trains with Omio?

iryo as well as Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe INTERCITY and more offer trains services from San Fernando to Madrid.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from San Fernando to Madrid.

Why book with Omio vs iryo?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for iryo, but also compare tickets for the likes of Renfe ALVIA, AVE or Renfe INTERCITY to find the best option for your trip from San Fernando to Madrid.
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Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare iryo with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from San Fernando to Madrid.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Raileurope?

Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Renfe ALVIA, AVE or Renfe INTERCITY to find the best option for your trip from San Fernando to Madrid.
Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from San Fernando to Madrid.

How far in advance should I book train tickets from San Fernando to Madrid?

The best time to book your train from San Fernando to Madrid is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the San Fernando to Madrid route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from San Fernando to Madrid per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from San Fernando to Madrid.

Trains

from £11

Coaches

from £36

Flights

from £87

Journey information

Overview: Train from San Fernando to Madrid

Spain

Trains from San Fernando to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:47, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 489 km distance in 4h 6m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

489 km

Average train duration

4h 18m

Cheapest ticket price

£14

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

4h 6m

First train

5:47

Last train

19:40

Cheapest Month

Feb

Cheapest Day

Thu

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Sun

Best time to book

6 days

Price information

Train companies: iryo, Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe INTERCITY from San Fernando to Madrid trainsiryo, Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe INTERCITY trains will get you between San Fernando and Madrid from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

iryo

About

iryo is a new brand from railway operator ILSA operating in Spain since 2022. iryo uses Frecciarossa 1000 trains which are modern, can travel at up to 360km/h and have a minimal environmental impact. iryo’s Frecciarossa trains have different classes, all of which come with free unlimited WiFi, power sockets, toilets and an onboard entertainment portal where you can watch films and TV series. The main classes are: Infinita Class, Singular Café Class, Singular Class, Inicial Class. These new trains take 2 hours and 30 minutes to travel between Madrid and Barcelona. They depart from Madrid Atocha and Barcelona Sants stations, and stop in Zaragoza along the way. iryo services also cover Madrid, Cuenca, Valencia, Alicante, Córdoba, Seville and Málaga.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Luggage included

1 cabin bag (36x56x26cm) and 1 handbag (36x30x10cm)

Luggage storage

Overhead compartments and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

According to fare conditions

Refund

Full refund provided

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car with Mediterranean cuisine, at-seat service in both classes

Seat reservation

Included in ticket price

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and assistance available

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed free. Large dogs need paid ticket

Quiet zone

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Renfe ALVIA

About

Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

4h 6m

Cheapest Price

£14

Renfe ALVIA frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas

Cancellation Policy

According to ticket conditions

Refund

Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class

Seat reservation

Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

AVE

About

Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe’s high-speed trains. AVE connects major cities across Spain at speeds of up to 310 km/h (193 mph), offering a fast and smooth travel experience. Ticket options include Promo, Promo+, and Flexible fares to suit different budgets, along with discount cards such as the Gold Card and +Renfe Youth 50 Card for eligible travelers. AVE trains feature modern amenities including comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard catering, making them a convenient and enjoyable way to travel across Spain.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Luggage included

1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage free of charge

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated areas between seats

Cancellation Policy

Refund conditions depend on ticket type

Refund

Full refund if train is canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cafeteria car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. At-seat service in Preferente (First) Class

Seat reservation

Included in ticket price for all classes

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available

Pets

Small pets under 10kg in carriers allowed free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.

Quiet zone

Learn more about AVE

Renfe INTERCITY

About

Renfe Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Spanish national railway company, Renfe. It operates throughout Spain, connecting major cities and towns with frequent departures throughout the day. The Intercity service offers a variety of train types, including the Alvia and Talgo, all of which offer comfortable seating and modern amenities. Alvia and Talgo offer fast trains but not as fast the high-speed trains like AVE, offering more stops. Passengers can choose from a range of ticket types, including Economy, Business, and First Class. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe Intercity include Madrid to Barcelona, Madrid to Seville, and Barcelona to Valencia.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Luggage included

1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of checked luggage

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the ends of carriages

Cancellation Policy

According to ticket conditions and fare type

Refund

Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in First Class

Seat reservation

Optional seat reservation with additional fee. Included in some premium tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket

Quiet zone

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Things to do in Madrid

Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.

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Museo Nacional del Prado

Spain’s premier art museum houses Velázquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces, making it essential for understanding European painting.

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Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia

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Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza

This refined museum features major works by Titian, Rubens and Caravaggio in a manageable collection inside a grand palace.

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Euro (€)

Moderate for Western Europe. Rooms, meals and Metro fares are usually cheaper than Paris or London, but central hotels and popular dining areas raise costs.

Average meal costs

Budget: €8-15 for fast food or menú del día.
Mid-range: €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee: €1.80-3.50 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, leaving small change is enough.

FAQs: San Fernando to Madrid train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Fernando 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.

The cost of a train ticket from San Fernando to Madrid can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £14, while the average price tends to be around £53.

The train journey from San Fernando to Madrid covers a distance of 489 km and takes approximately 4h 6m. Trains run 3 per day.

The train distance from San Fernando to Madrid is 489 km.

The first train from San Fernando to Madrid leaves at 5:47.

The last train from San Fernando to Madrid departs at 19:40.

Trains from San Fernando to Madrid run approximately 3 times per day.

Yes, there is a high-speed train service from San Fernando to Madrid.

Yes, there is a direct train between San Fernando and Madrid. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Renfe ALVIA.

To get from San Fernando to Madrid, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.

There is no night train service from San Fernando to Madrid.

The train station in San Fernando that goes to Madrid is San Fernando-Bahía Sur, and it arrives at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.

The cheapest way to get from San Fernando to Madrid is by train, costing approximately £14.

Booking trains from San Fernando to Madrid in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from San Fernando to Madrid offers varied scenery, passing through charming Spanish countryside, rolling hills, and small towns, providing a pleasant visual experience for travellers.

A day trip from San Fernando to Madrid is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 6m, covering 489 km. Trains run 3 times per day.

In Madrid, visit the bustling Puerta del Sol for its iconic clock and vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy a variety of gourmet foods at Mercado de San Miguel and explore the lively nightlife in the Malasaña district. Experience traditional Spanish culture by attending a flamenco show. Sports enthusiasts can visit the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium for a tour or a football match. Discover artistic masterpieces at the Prado Museum and explore the opulent Royal Palace of Madrid. Relax in Retiro Park, admire the Plaza Mayor, and enjoy shopping or entertainment along Gran Vía.

To fully experience Madrid, 3 to 4 days are recommended, allowing time to explore its cultural landmarks, vibrant neighbourhoods, and rich culinary scene.

Yes, you can take the train from San Fernando to Madrid.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in San Fernando and Madrid

Most San Fernando to Madrid trains use the San Fernando Bahía Sur to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare San Fernando and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in San Fernando

Arrival train stations in Madrid

Which San Fernando station do trains to Madrid leave from?

Trains from San Fernando to Madrid leave from San Fernando Bahía Sur. The station is 1 km from San Fernando city centre at 11100 San Fernando, Cádiz, Spain.

San Fernando Bahía Sur11100 San Fernando, Cádiz, Spain Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to San Fernando Bahía Sur from San Fernando city centre

San Fernando Bahía Sur is 1 km from San Fernando city centre. Check local transport options before travel.

San Fernando Bahía Sur train station facilities and services

San Fernando Bahía Sur has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Hotel.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at San Fernando Bahía Sur.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at San Fernando Bahía Sur.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at San Fernando Bahía Sur: Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at San Fernando Bahía Sur.

More about San Fernando Bahía Sur

Which Madrid station do trains from San Fernando arrive at?

Trains from San Fernando to Madrid most often arrive at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. Some services arrive at {secondaryArrivalStation}, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Madrid arrival station.

Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena GrandesGlorieta Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain+34 912432343 Wifi

City-centre transport

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:

TrainC3, C4, C4a, C4b · 5m · £0.90 · every ~15 min

Bus26, 32 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~60 min

Subway1 · 6m · £2 · every ~24 min

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.