Madrid to Salamanca by train

Q: Is there a direct train from Madrid to Salamanca?

The journey between Madrid and Salamanca usually involves one change of train. We have found some direct departures on this route but these are less frequent than routes requiring a change.ZeroZero

Q: How long does it take to travel from Madrid to Salamanca?

The Madrid to Salamanca train travel takes about 2 hours and 38 minutes, no matter when you leave.

Cheapest Price CA$28.60
30 days in advance CA$40.30

First train

07:33
Last train

21:12

Avg changes

0
Fastest journey

2hr 38m

Distance

175 kilometres
Trains per day

7

Avg. journey time

2hr 52m
Train operators

Prices updated on May 17, 2026

Madrid to Salamanca train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Madrid to Salamanca take around 2 hours and 38 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 175 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Madrid is scheduled to depart at around 07:33. The last departure is usually at around 21:12 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Madrid at around 08:26, with the last train leaving at around 21:12. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 7 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 1 hour and 59 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$28.60.

We think any time is a great time to visit Salamanca, 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 Salamanca.

Is there a direct train from Madrid to Salamanca?

Yes, there is a direct train from Madrid to Salamanca.

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

The Madrid to Salamanca train travel takes about 2 hours and 38 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Madrid to Salamanca train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Salamanca leaving Madrid at around 07:33 and the last train leaving at around 21:12 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Madrid at around 08:26, with the final departure at 21:12.

Salamanca to Madrid by train

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Media Distancia

It is an easy journey by train from Madrid to Salamanca. And there is no other short journey from the Spanish capital that matches the ride to Salamanca for sheer beauty. The first half of the journey is the best, as the train climbs up past El Escorial (with its famous monastery) over the wild Sierra de Guadarrama. Once beyond the walled town of Ávila, the pace quickens as the train speeds over the plains to reach the Tormes Valley and Salamanca.