How much is the train ticket from Irun to Madrid?

The cheapest train tickets from Irun to Madrid start from R 510. The average price for this train route is around R 1 140. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Irun to Madrid?

The average train journey time from Irun to Madrid is 6h 39m, covering a distance of 355 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 31m and is operated by Renfe .

Which train operators serve the Irun to Madrid route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Irun to Madrid?

The earliest train from Irun to Madrid departs at 08:12. And the latest train departs at 15:34.

Train Irun to Madrid from R 881

Next train departures

Next departures from Irun to Madrid on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:34	Irun (Spain)	6h 39m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	15:34	Irun (Spain)	6h 39m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	13:04	Irun (Spain)	8h 38m	21:42	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	15:34	Irun (Spain)	6h 39m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from Irun to Madrid on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:12	Irun (Spain)	5h 39m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	08:12	Irun (Spain)	5h 39m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	08:12	Irun (Spain)	5h 39m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	09:16	Irun (Spain)	9h 39m	18:55	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	13:04	Irun (Spain)	8h 38m	21:42	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

Next departures from Irun to Madrid on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:34	Irun (Spain)	6h 39m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	08:12	Irun (Spain)	5h 39m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	08:12	Irun (Spain)	5h 39m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	08:12	Irun (Spain)	5h 39m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	09:16	Irun (Spain)	9h 39m	18:55	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

Next departures from Irun to Madrid on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:34	Irun (Spain)	6h 39m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	CheapestFastest
Train	09:16	Irun (Spain)	9h 39m	18:55	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	13:04	Irun (Spain)	8h 38m	21:42	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	15:34	Irun (Spain)	6h 39m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	15:34	Irun (Spain)	6h 39m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags

Next departures from Irun to Madrid on 21 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:04	Irun (Spain)	6h 30m	19:34	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	08:12	Irun (Spain)	5h 39m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	09:16	Irun (Spain)	9h 39m	18:55	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags
Train	13:04	Irun (Spain)	6h 30m	19:34	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	13:04	Irun (Spain)	8h 38m	21:42	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

Next departures from Irun to Madrid on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:16	Irun (Spain)	9h 39m	18:55	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	Cheapest
Train	08:12	Irun (Spain)	5h 39m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	08:12	Irun (Spain)	5h 39m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	08:12	Irun (Spain)	5h 39m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	13:04	Irun (Spain)	8h 38m	21:42	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

Next departures from Irun to Madrid on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:34	Irun (Spain)	6h 39m	22:13	Madrid-Chamartin	Cheapest
Train	08:12	Irun (Spain)	5h 39m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	Fastest
Train	08:12	Irun (Spain)	5h 39m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	08:12	Irun (Spain)	5h 39m	13:51	Madrid-Chamartin	No tags
Train	09:16	Irun (Spain)	9h 39m	18:55	Madrid-Príncipe Pio	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Irun to Madrid

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 390, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

4h 50mAverage duration

362 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 051 - R 1 825	Average duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 510 - R 2 241	Average duration6h 39m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 390 - R 1 297	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Renfe

4/5926 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi3.1

Based on 926 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at R 510

ES train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Irun to Madrid by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Irun to Madrid?
The cheapest train tickets from Irun to Madrid start from R 510. The average price for this train route is around R 1 140. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Irun to Madrid?
The average train journey time from Irun to Madrid is 6h 39m, covering a distance of 355 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 31m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Irun to Madrid route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Irun to Madrid?
The earliest train from Irun to Madrid departs at 08:12. And the latest train departs at 15:34.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

15/12

R 1 074

16/12

R 1 030

Today

R 882

18/12

R 1 032

19/12

R 1 032

20/12

R 882

21/12

R 978

22/12

R 1 076

The cheapest trip from Irun to Madrid was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 882

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Irun to Madrid as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 882 to R 1 765 for a train ticket from Irun to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 882, which is on 2025-12-20.