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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Irún among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £36, while a flight costs an average of £786.
Distance: 363 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£44 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest | £786 Average Price | £70 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Irún:
A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Madrid to Irún costing on average £44.
A train is £751 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Irún costing on average £786.
Other travel options to Irún take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 15m.
Train takes on average 7h 38m.
Tickets start at around £44 compared to roughly £70 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £25. The journey takes 6h 45m versus 4h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Irún from Madrid by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Madrid to Irún is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Irún are Donostia-San Sebastian, Hendaye, Bilbao, Bayonne and Biarritz. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Irún on Omio.
Donostia-San Sebastian is known for La Concha bay, elegant architecture and a deeply rooted pintxos culture. Its beaches, compact centre and strong Basque identity give the city a polished but relaxed feel.
Hendaye is a French Basque town on the Spanish border, known for its long sandy beach and easy-going surf culture. Set beside the Bidassoa estuary, it mixes seaside calm with Basque character and views towards the Pyrenees.
Bilbao is known for the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao and its blend of industrial heritage with contemporary design. Along the river, Basque culture shapes the city’s food, architecture and lively old quarter.
Bayonne is a historic city in the French Basque Country with a lively old town and a strong regional identity. It is known for Sainte-Marie Cathedral, traditional chocolate-making and the culinary fame of jambon de Bayonne.
Biarritz is a stylish Basque coast resort known for surf beaches, elegant seafront buildings and Atlantic views. Its mix of ocean culture, smart promenades and lively food gives the city a refined yet relaxed character.
Travel to Irún easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Irún.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Irún:
A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Madrid to Irún costing on average £44.
A train is £751 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Irún costing on average £786.
Other travel options to Irún take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 15m.
Train takes on average 7h 38m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Irún as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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