Travelling from Madrid to Portbou by train

Want to know how to get from Madrid to Portbou by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Madrid to Portbou take around 5 hours and 7 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 614 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Madrid is scheduled to depart at around  06:10. The last departure is usually at around 21:30 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Madrid at around 06:20, with the last train leaving at around 21:30. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 21 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 30 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from AU$132.86.

We think any time is a great time to visit Portbou, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Portbou.

Is there a direct train from Madrid to Portbou?

The journey between Madrid and Portbou usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Madrid to Portbou every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Madrid to Portbou?

The Madrid to Portbou train travel takes about 5 hours and 7 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Madrid to Portbou train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Portbou leaving Madrid at around 06:10 and the last train leaving at around 21:30 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Madrid at around 06:20, with the final departure at 21:30.