Madrid to Cerbère train travel explained

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

The fastest trains from Madrid to Cerbère take around 4 hours and 57 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 615 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Madrid is scheduled to depart at around  07:00. 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 21:25. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 8 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 2 hours and 18 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$87.00.

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

Is there a direct train from Madrid to Cerbère?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Madrid to Cerbère 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 Cerbère?

The Madrid to Cerbère train travel takes about 4 hours and 57 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Madrid to Cerbère train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cerbère leaving Madrid at around 07:00 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 21:25.