4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to London
Cheapest price
$531
Average price
$537
Fastest journey
19 h 40 m
Average duration
20 h 32 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1264 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to London will cost around $537 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $531.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to London without transferring at least 3 times.
12:50 PM19h40Madrid8:30 AMLondon$5311One-way3 transfers
9:07 PM21h23Madrid6:30 PMLondon$5431One-way3 transfers
- 12:50 PM19h40Madrid8:30 AMLondon$5311One-way3 transfers
- 9:07 PM21h23Madrid6:30 PMLondon$5431One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to London
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $79, and a train costs an average of $531.
Distance: 785 miles (1264 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$537 Average price | $206 Average price | $183 Average price Cheapest | $86 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 10m Average total duration 20h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 49m Average total duration 18h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.8 - 7.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to London:
A bus is $23 (€19) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to London costing on average $206 (€166).
A bus is $354 (€284) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to London costing on average $537 (€431).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 18h 19m.
Train takes on average 20h 40m.
Tickets start at around $537 (€431) compared to roughly $86 (€69) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-451.43 (€-362.22). The journey takes 20h 40m versus 17h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Madrid to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to London trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:50 PM Madrid | 19h40 | 8:30 AM London | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to London
Spain
United Kingdom
Trains from Madrid to London run on average 2 times per day, taking around 20h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $531 (€426) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 785 miles (1264 km) distance in 19h 40m.
Distance 785 miles (1264 km) |
Average train duration 20h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $531 (€426) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 19h 40m |
First train 6:01 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: AVE, Renfe Viajeros from Madrid to London trainsAVE, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Madrid and London from $45 (€36). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
AVE
Renfe Viajeros
FAQs: Trains from Madrid to London
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