Travelling from Madrid to Porto by train

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

The fastest trains from Madrid to Porto take around 9 hours and 18 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 419 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Madrid is scheduled to depart at around  06:15. The last departure is usually at around 22:14 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Madrid at around 06:15, with the last train leaving at around 22:14. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 16 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 18 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €141.82.

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

Is there a direct train from Madrid to Porto?

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

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

The Madrid to Porto train travel takes about 9 hours and 18 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Madrid to Porto train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Porto leaving Madrid at around 06:15 and the last train leaving at around 22:14 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Madrid at around 06:15, with the final departure at 22:14.