Sarria to Madrid train with Renfe ALVIA

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Sarria to Madrid

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£71

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£90

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

4 h 7 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

4 h 22 m

Trains on 18 Sept

10

Distance

405 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sarria to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sarria to Madrid will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £71.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 10 trains from Sarria to Madrid, including 1 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 405 km distance in an average of 4 h 22 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.

  • Renfe ALVIA04114
    5:414h32
    Sarriá
    10:13Madrid Chamartín
    £711One-way
    0 changes
  • Renfe ALVIA04114+AVE04464
    5:414h07
    Sarriá
    9:48Madrid Chamartín
    £851One-way
    1 change
  • Renfe ALVIA04114+AVE04364
    5:415h04
    Sarriá
    10:45Madrid Chamartín
    £851One-way
    1 change
  • Renfe MD37114+AVE04464
    5:414h07
    Sarriá
    9:48Madrid Chamartín
    £861One-way
    1 change
  • Renfe MD12644+AVE05382
    9:179h23
    Sarriá
    18:40Madrid Chamartín
    £861One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Sarria to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Sarria to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £45 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 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 train costs an average of £45, while a flight costs an average of £101.

Distance: 405 km

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Coach
Flight
Driving

£45

Average Price

Cheapest

£65

Average Price

£101

Average Price

£72

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 48m

Average total duration

4h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 43m

Average total duration

5h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 17m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

5h 8m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.4 - 1.0kg

CO2 emissions

1.2 - 2.4kg

CO2 emissions

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The cheapest way to travel from Sarria to Madrid is a train with an average price of £45.

This is compared to other travel options from Sarria to Madrid:

A train is £20 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Sarria to Madrid costing on average £65.

A train is £56 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sarria to Madrid costing on average £101.

The fastest way to travel from Sarria to Madrid is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 17m.

Other travel options to Madrid take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 18m.

Coach takes on average 5h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Sarria and Madrid including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 50m faster (4h 18m by train vs 5h 8m by car) and roughly £27 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£45 vs £72). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Renfe Viajeros.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Sarria to Madrid train times

The table below shows live departures for Sarria to Madrid trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Renfe ALVIA04114
On time
5:41 Sarriá
4h32
10:13 Madrid Chamartín
0 changesdirect
Renfe ALVIA04114+AVE04464
On time
5:41 Sarriá
4h07
9:48 Madrid Chamartín
1 change
Renfe MD37114+AVE044645:41 Sarriá
4h07
9:48 Madrid Chamartín1 change
Renfe ALVIA04114+AVE04364
On time
5:41 Sarriá
5h04
10:45 Madrid Chamartín
1 change
Renfe MD12644+AVE04314
On time
9:17 Sarriá
5h33
14:50 Madrid Chamartín
1 change
Renfe MD12644+AVE04254
On time
9:17 Sarriá
8h20
17:37 Madrid Chamartín
1 change
Renfe MD12644+Renfe AVLO04494
On time
9:17 Sarriá
4h51
14:08 Madrid Chamartín
1 change
Renfe MD12696+AVE0440415:05 Sarriá
8h02
23:07 Madrid Chamartín1 change
Renfe MD12696+AVE0438415:05 Sarriá
6h15
21:20 Madrid Chamartín1 change
Renfe MD12696+Renfe AVLO0433415:05 Sarriá
4h46
19:51 Madrid Chamartín1 change
Renfe INTERCITY00558+AVE0440418:55 Sarriá
4h12
23:07 Madrid Chamartín1 change

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Why should you book Sarria to Madrid trains with Omio?

Renfe ALVIA as well as AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros and more offer trains services from Sarria to Madrid.
Omio is the only official third party seller for Renfe ALVIA tickets.

Why book with Omio vs Renfe ALVIA?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Renfe ALVIA, but also compare tickets for the likes of AVE, Renfe AVLO or Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Sarria to Madrid.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Sarria to Madrid

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Trains from Sarria to Madrid run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 405 km distance in 4h 32m.

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
405 km
Average train duration
4h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
4h 32m
First train
0:30
Last train
21:07
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Thu
Best time to book
35 days
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

Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros from Sarria to Madrid trainsRenfe ALVIA, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Sarria and Madrid from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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 Renfe ALVIA Duration
4h 32m
Cheapest Renfe ALVIA Price
£18
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

What's included in each class

Compare Renfe ALVIA classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Food available
  • Extra legroom
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Air-conditioned
2nd Class
  • Power plugs
  • Food available
  • Air-conditioned

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

What's included in each class

Compare AVE classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
Renfe AVE
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Food available
  • Extra legroom
  • Cabin luggage
2nd Class
Renfe AVE
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Food available
  • Cabin luggage

Renfe AVLO

About
Renfe Avlo is Spain’s low-cost high-speed rail service operated by the national rail company Renfe. Serving routes between major cities such as Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona, Valencia, Tarragona, Girona, and Figueres, Avlo trains reach speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). All tickets are for Economy Class (“Básica”) with assigned seating and include onboard services such as free Wi-Fi, entertainment via the PlayRenfe app, power sockets, and vending machines. Child tickets are available for ages 0–13, while passengers aged 14 and over require an adult ticket. Each fare includes a backpack and hand luggage (55x35x25 cm, no weight limit), with the option to upgrade for extra baggage. Prices start from as low as €7, making Avlo a budget-friendly way to travel between Spain’s most popular destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x35x25cm) and 1 personal item (35x30x20cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers under 10kg allowed free. Service animals allowed

What's included in each class

Compare Renfe AVLO classes and the amenities included in each one.

2nd Class
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Cabin luggage
  • Backpack
2nd Class with Extra Luggage
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Cabin luggage
  • Backpack
  • Luggage

Renfe Viajeros

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe Viajeros Duration
4h 22m
Cheapest Renfe Viajeros Price
£40
Renfe Viajeros frequency
1 a day

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Things to do in Madrid

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  • Must visit

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.

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: Sarria to Madrid train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sarria 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Sarria to Madrid can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £45.
The train from Sarria to Madrid takes 4h 32m and runs once a day.
The train distance from Sarria to Madrid is 405 km.
The first train from Sarria to Madrid leaves at 0:30.
The last train from Sarria to Madrid departs at 21:07.
Trains from Sarria to Madrid run approximately 1 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Sarria to Madrid.
Yes, there is a direct train between Sarria and Madrid. The service operates 1 times per day, provided by Renfe Viajeros.
To get from Sarria to Madrid, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Sarria to Madrid.
The train station in Sarria that goes to Madrid is Sarriá, and it arrives at Madrid Chamartín.
The cheapest way to get from Sarria to Madrid is by train, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Sarria 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 Sarria to Madrid offers some scenic views, particularly as it passes through Galicia's lush landscapes and rolling hills. However, as the train approaches Madrid, the scenery becomes more urban.
A day trip from Sarria to Madrid is not feasible as the journey takes 4h 32m and trains run once per day, covering a distance of 405 km.
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 Sarria to Madrid.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Sarria and Madrid

Most Sarria to Madrid trains use the Sarriá to Madrid Chamartín station pair. Use this guide to compare Sarria and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Sarria
Arrival train stations in Madrid

Which Sarria station do trains to Madrid leave from?

Trains from Sarria to Madrid leave from Sarriá. The station is from Sarria city centre at 27600 Sarria, Lugo, Spain.
Sarriá27600 Sarria, Lugo, SpainParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Sarriá from Sarria city centre

TrainAlv · 8h 32m · £157
Alv · 14h 8m · £149
12641, 12646 · 6h 59m · £125
BusAlsa · 16h 5m · £86
Pedrafita do Cebreiro · 5h 39m · £118
17h 47m · £85
Alsa · 8h 40m · £109

Sarriá train station facilities and services

Sarriá has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Sarriá.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Sarriá.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Sarriá.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Sarriá: Parking, Taxis.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Sarriá.

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