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Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from $39.62, with the typical price for this route being about $60.06. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • Fri, Jul 18
    From $39.62
  • Sat, Jul 19
    From $46.48
  • Sun, Jul 20
    From $46.48
  • Mon, Jul 21
    From $46.48
  • Tue, Jul 22
    From $46.48
  • Wed, Jul 23
  • Thu, Jul 24
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06:48
Vitoria/Gasteiz
10:00
Madrid-Chamartín
3h 12m, DirectIntercit
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07:40
Vitoria/Gasteiz
11:28
Madrid-Chamartín
3h 48m, Changes requiredrenfe
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07:40
Vitoria/Gasteiz
13:25
Madrid-Príncipe Pío
5h 45m, Directrenfe
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10:38
Vitoria/Gasteiz
13:51
Madrid-Chamartín
3h 13m, Directrenfe
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13:07
Vitoria/Gasteiz
18:55
Madrid-Príncipe Pío
5h 48m, Directrenfe
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14:02
Vitoria/Gasteiz
18:55
Paris
4h 53m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid Train Route Details

The Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid train ticket is typically from $39.62. The average travel time is 3h 12m, covering a distance of approximately 286 km. There are usually 10 daily trains provided by Intercit, renfe. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
06:48
Last train
Last train
18:46
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 12m
Distance
Distance
286 km
Price
Price
From $39.62
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Advance booking

Booking early can offer you discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the more you save. Trip.com has already highlighted the best prices, making your travel planning straightforward.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. Note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, with an applicable fee.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe's Tarjeta Dorada offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. You can get a 25% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. For Avant trains, discounts vary: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

In Spain, Renfe provides significant fare discounts for large families: 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families. These discounts are applicable on AVE and Larga Distancia trains but do not extend to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías routes. Single-parent families in Catalonia may also receive discounts on Rodalies services with the appropriate Generalitat certification.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

For disabled passengers, Renfe offers up to 40% off. By spending €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the ticket type and may incur a fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. Seating options are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are for passengers seeking higher comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    Book in Advance

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  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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