Madrid to Carcassonne by train
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Travelling from Madrid to Carcassonne by train
Want to know how to get from Madrid to Carcassonne by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Madrid to Carcassonne take around 5 hours and 48 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 591 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Madrid is scheduled to depart at around 05:50. The last departure is usually at around 21:25 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Madrid at around 06:20, with the last train leaving at around 21:25. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 9 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 35 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$88.00.
We think any time is a great time to visit Carcassonne, 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 Carcassonne.
Is there a direct train from Madrid to Carcassonne?
The journey between Madrid and Carcassonne usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Madrid to Carcassonne 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 Carcassonne?
The Madrid to Carcassonne train travel takes about 5 hours and 48 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Madrid to Carcassonne train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Carcassonne leaving Madrid at around 05:50 and the last train leaving at around 21:25 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Madrid at around 06:20, with the final departure at 21:25.
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