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Madrid to Tarragona Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Madrid to Tarragona? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as AED 186.60, with the average fare for this route being approximately AED 354.70. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • Mon, Jul 28
    From AED 226.53
  • Tue, Jul 29
    From AED 243.46
  • Wed, Jul 30
    From AED 256.50
  • Thu, Jul 31
    From AED 186.60
  • Fri, Aug 1
    From AED 233.10
  • Sat, Aug 2
    From AED 233.10
  • Sun, Aug 3
    From AED 254.67
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17:27
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
20:04
Camp De Tarragona
2h 37m, Directrenfe
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17:30
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
20:04
Camp De Tarragona
2h 34m, Directrenfe
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18:27
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
20:44
Camp De Tarragona
2h 17m, Directrenfe
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18:30
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
20:44
Camp De Tarragona
2h 14m, Directrenfe
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19:25
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
21:38
Camp De Tarragona
2h 13m, Directiryo
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19:29
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
21:45
Paris
2h 16m, Directiryo
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Madrid to Tarragona Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Madrid to Tarragona usually begin at AED 186.60. The average travel time is about 2h 1m, spanning a distance of roughly 424 km. OUIGO, renfe, iryo provides around 31 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
06:16
Last train
Last train
20:30
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 1m
Distance
Distance
424 km
Price
Price
From AED 186.60
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Train operators

Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled travellers can enjoy Renfe's discounts, offering up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is more substantial on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the type of ticket and may come with a fee.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe offers discounted fares for large families in Spain, providing a 20% reduction for general category families and 50% for special category families on most services, including AVE and Larga Distancia trains. These discounts exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. Single-parent families can also access discounts on Rodalies trains in Catalonia with a valid certificate from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains can receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy up to a 50% discount. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for consideration. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If cancellation is necessary, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Advance booking

Advance bookings can provide discounts up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, while other routes offer cheaper prices the earlier you book. Trip.com has already indicated the lowest prices, making your travel planning easy.

Renfe Children Fare

Children aged 4 to 13 receive a 40% discount on ticket fares with Renfe. They are entitled to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or get refunds based on the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not have a reserved seat. Note that, on Cercanías trains, the free travel age limit without a seat is under six years old.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Tarragona

Renfe's AVE trains offer four service types based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers during their journey. Seating options include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

Each AVE train comes with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and baggage allowance of up to three bags. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or budget-conscious passengers, providing a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are designed for those who seek higher comfort, featuring 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.

Madrid to Tarragona Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Madrid to Tarragona, 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.

Madrid to Tarragona 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

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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