How much is the train ticket from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid?

The cheapest train tickets from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid start from R 620. The average price for this train route is around R 1 002. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid?

The average train journey time from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid is 5h 41m, covering a distance of 283 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 13m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid?

The earliest train from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 18:46.

Train Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid from R 677

Next train departures

Next departures from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:46	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 27m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	CheapestFastest
Train	18:46	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 27m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	18:46	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 27m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:40	Vitoria/Gasteiz	5h 45m	13:25	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	10:38	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 13m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	13:07	Vitoria/Gasteiz	5h 48m	18:55	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	16:01	Vitoria/Gasteiz	5h 41m	21:42	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	18:46	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 27m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	17:20	Vitoria/Gasteiz	6h 20m	23:40	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	13:06	Vitoria/Gasteiz	5h 49m	18:55	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

Next departures from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:42	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 31m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	07:40	Vitoria/Gasteiz	5h 45m	13:25	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:42	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 31m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	07:40	Vitoria/Gasteiz	5h 45m	13:25	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:42	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 31m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	07:40	Vitoria/Gasteiz	5h 45m	13:25	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	07:40	Vitoria/Gasteiz	5h 45m	13:25	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	10:36	Vitoria/Gasteiz	3h 15m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	13:07	Vitoria/Gasteiz	5h 48m	18:55	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 261, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40carpool per day

3h 40mAverage duration

284 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 770 - R 1 326	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 620 - R 2 197	Average duration5h 41m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 261 - R 892	Average duration3h 40m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Vitoria-Gasteiz and Madrid?

Vitoria-Gasteiz

A
Vitoria-Gasteiz Bus Station
Estación de autobuses, Euskaltzaindia Plaza, 01010 Vitoria-Gasteiz, Araba, España
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B
Vitoria - Gasteiz
Eduardo Dato Kalea, 46B, 01005 Vitoria-Gasteiz, Araba, Spain

Madrid

A
Madrid-Chamartin
C. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
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B
Madrid-Príncipe Pio
Príncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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C
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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D
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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E
Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain

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 R 620

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid?
The cheapest train tickets from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid start from R 620. The average price for this train route is around R 1 002. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid?
The average train journey time from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid is 5h 41m, covering a distance of 283 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 13m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid?
The earliest train from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid departs at 07:40. And the latest train departs at 18:46.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

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R 1 071

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R 949

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R 1 091

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R 942

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R 788

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R 812

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R 677

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R 812

The cheapest trip from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 677

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

You can expect to pay from R 677 to R 1 801 for a train ticket from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 677, which is on 2025-12-16.