How much does a train ticket from Cologne to Madrid cost?

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Madrid is $176. The best way to find train tickets from Cologne to Madrid is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Cologne to Madrid?

A train trip between Cologne and Madrid is around 1d 5h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 888 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Madrid?

The number of trains from Cologne to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Madrid by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Madrid?

Trains traveling between Cologne and Madrid leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Madrid Puerta De Atocha, Madrid-Chamartin, Madrid-Príncipe Pio.

What are the best sights and things to do in Madrid?

Once in Madrid, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Prado Museum, Teleférico de Madrid, The Three Big Art Galleries - Paseo del Arte (Art Walk), Reina Sofia Museum, Puerta del Sol.

Trains from Cologne to Madrid | FlixTrain, FlixBus

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Madrid.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$90 - $375	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$108 - $244	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$133 - $133	Average Duration19h	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Madrid

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 19 hours and with fares starting at just $133, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

19hAverage Duration

$133Cheapest ticket

60kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Madrid: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$176

Average train trip duration1d 5h

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure5:52am

Distance888 miles (1432 km)

Latest train departure8:28am

Train Companies

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Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in ES:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, Slovak Rail, TGV inOui, Eurostar

Cologne to Madrid Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Madrid?

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

Stops in Madrid

A - Madrid Puerta De Atocha

B - Madrid-Chamartin

C - Madrid-Príncipe Pio

D - Madrid-Barajas Airport

E - Nuevos Ministerios

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cologne - Madrid

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Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Madrid you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Cologne and Madrid, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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