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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.
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
3 h 52 m
Average duration
4 h 16 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
327 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Torrelavega to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Torrelavega to Madrid will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £38.
Of the 11 trains that leave Torrelavega 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 327 km distance in an average of 4 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 52 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 38 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.
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05792Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Torrelavega to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £26.
Distance: 327 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price | £104 Average Price |
4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Torrelavega to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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04072 · 04186 | Delayed 5:12 7:12Torrelavega station | 4h16 | 11:28 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
04072+ 05178 | Delayed 5:12 7:12Torrelavega station | 9h32 | 16:44 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
04072+ 08118 | Delayed 5:12 7:12Torrelavega station | 5h23 | 12:35 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
04142 | Delayed 14:22 Torrelavega station | 3h52 | 16:14 16:14Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
04142+ 08178 | On time 14:22 Torrelavega station | 4h33 | 18:55 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
04142+ 04786 | Delayed 14:22 Torrelavega station | 6h01 | 18:23 18:23Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
04142+ 05792 | On time 14:22 Torrelavega station | 4h38 | 19:00 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
18104+ 04366 | Delayed 14:55 16:55Torrelavega station | 5h25 | 22:20 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
18104+ 04176 | Delayed 14:55 16:55Torrelavega station | 5h25 | 22:20 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
18104+ 04190 | Delayed 14:55 16:55Torrelavega station | 5h30 | 20:25 20:25Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
04192 | Delayed 19:23 Torrelavega station | 4h01 | 21:24 21:24Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Torrelavega to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 19:40. The fastest train covers the 327 km distance in 3h 52m.
Distance 327 km |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 0:45 |
Last train 19:40 |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 63 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Torrelavega 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.

Most Torrelavega to Madrid trains use the Torrelavega to Madrid Chamartín station pair. Use this guide to compare Torrelavega and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Torrelavega is 2 km from Torrelavega city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Torrelavega has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Torrelavega.
Accessibility facilities are available at Torrelavega.
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including 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 options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
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