Travelling from Portbou to Madrid by train

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

The fastest trains from Portbou to Madrid take around 4 hours and 59 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 614 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Portbou is scheduled to depart at around  06:12. The last departure is usually at around 20:04 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Portbou at around 06:12, with the last train leaving at around 19:06. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 10 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 47 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$190.00.

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

Is there a direct train from Portbou to Madrid?

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

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Portbou to Madrid every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

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

The Portbou to Madrid train travel takes about 4 hours and 59 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Portbou to Madrid train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Madrid leaving Portbou at around 06:12 and the last train leaving at around 20:04 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Portbou at around 06:12, with the final departure at 19:06.