Explore Salou to Madrid by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Salou to Madrid aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Train cost between Salou and Madrid: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from US$61.92, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Departure frequency and timetable from Salou to Madrid

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Salou to Madrid:

  • 10:41 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:02 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 10:41 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 23:02 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 14 minutes from Salou toward Madrid.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 22 trains serving this route each day.

Salou to Madrid distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 414 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking 4 hours and 21 minutes.

When do tickets go on sale between Salou and Madrid?

You can start planning and booking your trip between Salou and Madrid 3 and a half months before the departure date. Pro tip: buy your tickets as early as possible to save money.

Further insights on trains from Salou to Madrid

Visit our help articles for tips on booking, station navigation, ticket types and other useful information for travelling Europe by train. To get inspired for your upcoming trip, refer to our Madrid city guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the distance by train from Salou to Madrid?

The total distance between Salou and Madrid is 414 kilometres.

How much does the train from Salou to Madrid cost?

The lowest fare on this route is US$61.92. If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

When can I buy tickets for trains running from Salou to Madrid?

Tickets for travel between Salou to Madrid are available 3 and a half months before departure.

How long does it take to get from Salou to Madrid?

The quickest journey is 4 hours and 21 minutes.