How much is the train ticket from Salamanca to Madrid?

The cheapest train tickets from Salamanca to Madrid start at $38. The average price for this train route is around $50. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Salamanca to Madrid?

The average train trip from Salamanca to Madrid takes 2h 42m and covers 174 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 37m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Salamanca to Madrid route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salamanca to Madrid?

The earliest train from Salamanca to Madrid departs at 7:35am. The latest train departs at 8:01pm.

Train Salamanca to Madrid from $33

Next train departures

Next departures for Salamanca to Madrid on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:35am	Salamanca	2h 42m	10:17am	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	10:48am	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	9:44am	Salamanca	2h 56m	12:40pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	10:48am	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	12:28pm	Salamanca	2h 42m	3:10pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

Next departures for Salamanca to Madrid on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:35am	Salamanca	2h 42m	10:17am	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	10:48am	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	9:44am	Salamanca	2h 56m	12:40pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	10:48am	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	12:28pm	Salamanca	2h 42m	3:10pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

Next departures for Salamanca to Madrid on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:35am	Salamanca	2h 42m	10:17am	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	6:50pm	Salamanca	1h 40m	8:30pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	9:41am	Salamanca	2h 59m	12:40pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	12:28pm	Salamanca	2h 42m	3:10pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	3:25pm	Salamanca	1h 41m	5:06pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures for Salamanca to Madrid on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:35am	Salamanca	2h 42m	10:17am	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	6:50pm	Salamanca	1h 40m	8:30pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	8:25am	Salamanca	1h 42m	10:07am	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	8:25am	Salamanca	1h 42m	10:07am	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	9:41am	Salamanca	2h 59m	12:40pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

Next departures for Salamanca to Madrid on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:35am	Salamanca	2h 42m	10:17am	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	7:48am	Salamanca	1h 40m	9:28am	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	7:48am	Salamanca	1h 40m	9:28am	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	9:41am	Salamanca	2h 59m	12:40pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	12:28pm	Salamanca	2h 42m	3:10pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

Next departures for Salamanca to Madrid on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:35am	Salamanca	2h 42m	10:17am	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	6:50pm	Salamanca	1h 40m	8:30pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	9:44am	Salamanca	2h 56m	12:40pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	12:28pm	Salamanca	2h 42m	3:10pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	3:25pm	Salamanca	1h 41m	5:06pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures for Salamanca to Madrid on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:35am	Salamanca	2h 42m	10:17am	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	10:48am	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25pm	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	9:44am	Salamanca	2h 56m	12:40pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	10:48am	Salamanca	1h 37m	12:25pm	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	12:28pm	Salamanca	2h 42m	3:10pm	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Salamanca to Madrid

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

177 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $49	Average Duration2h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $116	Average Duration2h 42m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$16 - $40	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train companies

Renfe

4/5923 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.1

Based on 923 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at $38

ES train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salamanca to Madrid by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Salamanca to Madrid?
The cheapest train tickets from Salamanca to Madrid start at $38. The average price for this train route is around $50. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Salamanca to Madrid?
The average train trip from Salamanca to Madrid takes 2h 42m and covers 174 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 37m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Salamanca to Madrid route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 6 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salamanca to Madrid?
The earliest train from Salamanca to Madrid departs at 7:35am. The latest train departs at 8:01pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-02

$45

12-03

$45

Today

$45

12-05

$45

12-06

$45

12-07

$45

12-08

$45

12-09

$45

The cheapest trip from Salamanca to Madrid was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $45

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salamanca to Madrid, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $45 to $105 for a train ticket from Salamanca to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2025-12-05.