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Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid Train Prices and Times

Thinking of traveling from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just 17,05 €, with the average price for this route being around 34,60 €. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
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    From 17,05 €
  • Ke, 23. 7.
    From 41,76 €
  • To, 24. 7.
    From 41,76 €
  • Pe, 25. 7.
    From 41,76 €
  • La, 26. 7.
    From 41,76 €
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    From 41,76 €
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06:48
Vitoria/Gasteiz
09:53
Madrid-Chamartín
3h 5m, DirectIntercit
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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
17:12
Paris
4h 5m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid Train Route Details

Train tickets from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid generally start at 17,05 €. The journey typically takes around 3h 5m and covers a distance of approximately 286 km. Intercit, renfe usually operates 12 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult 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 5m
Distance
Distance
286 km
Price
Price
From 17,05 €
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Travellers on Renfe's AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy exclusive discounts tailored to select routes. These offers are subject to availability and vary based on travel schedules, routes, and terms.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe grants a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children can select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or get refunds according to the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

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

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe supports large families in Spain with discounted fares, offering 20% for general and 50% for special category families on AVE and Larga Distancia trains. However, these discounts are not valid on AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. Additionally, single-parent families can enjoy discounts on Rodalies services in Catalonia by presenting a certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Young people aged 14 to 25 can enjoy up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card, valid for a year and non-transferable, offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe offers discounts for disabled individuals, providing up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Note that the discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to your ticket depend on the type of ticket and may involve a fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Madrid

Renfe trains, particularly the AVE models, provide four service categories based on fare options. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking enhanced comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders also benefit from 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.

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