How much does a train ticket cost from San Fernando to Madrid?

The cheapest train tickets from San Fernando to Madrid start from £42. The average price for this train route is around £71. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from San Fernando to Madrid?

The average train journey time from San Fernando to Madrid is 4h 21m, covering a distance of 304 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 6m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the San Fernando to Madrid route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from San Fernando to Madrid departs at 13:41. And the latest train departs at 18:22.

Train San Fernando to Madrid from £46

Next train departures

Next departures from San Fernando to Madrid on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:22	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 20m	22:42	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	18:22	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 20m	22:42	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	13:41	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 22m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	13:41	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 22m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	13:41	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 22m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from San Fernando to Madrid on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:22	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 20m	22:42	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	18:22	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 20m	22:42	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	13:41	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 22m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	13:41	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 22m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	13:41	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 22m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from San Fernando to Madrid on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:27	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 27m	20:54	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	18:22	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 6m	22:28	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	13:42	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 21m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	13:42	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 21m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	13:42	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 21m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from San Fernando to Madrid on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:22	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 6m	22:28	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	18:22	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 6m	22:28	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	13:42	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 21m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	13:42	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 21m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	13:42	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 21m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures from San Fernando to Madrid on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:27	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 27m	20:54	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	18:22	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 6m	22:28	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	13:42	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 21m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	13:42	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 21m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	13:42	San Fernando - Bahia Sur	4h 21m	18:03	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from San Fernando to Madrid

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 4 hours 21 minutes and with fares starting at just £42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

4h 21mAverage duration

304 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£36 - £44	Average duration9h 15m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£42 - £127	Average duration4h 21m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£23 - £59	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5926 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.1

Based on 926 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 Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at £42

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Fernando to Madrid by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from San Fernando to Madrid?
The cheapest train tickets from San Fernando to Madrid start from £42. The average price for this train route is around £71. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Fernando to Madrid?
The average train journey time from San Fernando to Madrid is 4h 21m, covering a distance of 304 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 6m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the San Fernando to Madrid route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Fernando to Madrid?
The earliest train from San Fernando to Madrid departs at 13:41. And the latest train departs at 18:22.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

£54

11/12

£46

Today

£55

13/12

£47

14/12

£84

15/12

£47

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£47

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The cheapest trip from San Fernando to Madrid was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £46

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

You can expect to pay from £46 to £122 for a train ticket from San Fernando to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £47, which is on 2025-12-16.