Madrid to Lisbon by train
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Overview: trains from Madrid to Lisbon
Find the key information for travelling by train from Madrid to Lisbon, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
From Madrid to Lisbon by train
Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Madrid to Lisbon by train. With 2 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.
Cost of train tickets between Madrid and Lisbon
The cheapest train tickets from Madrid to Lisbon start at US$29.10. If you book a month in advance, tickets cost, on average, US$72. If you wait until a week in advance, expect tickets to be around US$59.
Pro tip: The best way to save on tickets from Madrid to Lisbon is by booking in advance. Keep in mind that tickets for this route go on sale 5 months before the travel date. So if you want to save on your booking, be sure to lock in your tickets as early as possible.
Train times for travel from Madrid to Lisbon
During the week, the earliest departure time is at 21:43 and the last departure is 21:50. On weekends, the first train departs at 21:43 and the last train leaves at 21:50. On average, a total of 2 trains make this journey each day.
Madrid to Lisbon train duration
Trains on this route travel a distance of 505 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 10 hours and 30 minutes.
How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Madrid and Lisbon?
You can secure tickets for travel between Madrid and Lisbon up to 5 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.
Learn more about train travel from Madrid to Lisbon
Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Madrid and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Lisbon city guide.
FAQs about the train journey from Madrid to Lisbon
Want to know more about your journey from Madrid to Lisbon? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance between Madrid and Lisbon by train is 505 kilometres.
The cheapest fare on this route is US$29.10. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about US$72. If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically US$59.
Tickets for this route go on sale 5 months in advance of the departure date.
The fastest jouney takes 10 hours and 30 minutes.
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