Lisbon to Madrid by train

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Overview: trains from Lisbon to Madrid

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lisbon to Madrid, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 21:25 View journey
Last train 21:34 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 10hr 6m View journey
Distance (km) 505
Trains / day 1 View all
Cheapest journey CA$40.67 View journey
Avg journey time 10hr 10m
Train operators 1

Travelling from Lisbon to Madrid by train

Considering a train trip from Lisbon to Madrid? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.

Cost of train travel from Lisbon to Madrid

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Lisbon to Madrid:

  • Cheapest ticket: CA$40.67

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance: CA$142

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance: CA$48

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Lisbon to Madrid departure timetable

On this route, 1 train run daily, with the first one leaving Lisbon at 21:25 and the last leaving at 21:34 during the week.

For weekend travel to Madrid, the earliest departure is at 21:25 and the last one is at 21:34. You will find that departures along this journey occur every .

Lisbon to Madrid train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 505 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 10 hours and 6 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Lisbon and Madrid?

You can secure tickets for travel between Lisbon and Madrid up to 5 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Learn more about train travel from Lisbon to Madrid

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Lisbon and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Madrid city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Lisbon to Madrid

Want to know more about your journey from Lisbon to Madrid? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train route from Lisbon to Madrid covers 505 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.