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Trains from Madrid to Pamplona
Trying to find an easy way to get from Madrid to Pamplona? Make your way to the capital of the Kingdom of Navarra in just three hours by train.
Renfe runs its high-speed Alvia services on this route. All carriages are modern and comfortable, with comfortable seats and wide windows to enjoy the picturesque Spanish countryside views. Give yourself a little treat by upgrading to Preferente (First Class) and you’ll get complimentary food and drinks served to your plush seats.
Pamplona is a fascinating town to explore, even when there aren’t bulls running through the town centre. Wander through its atmospheric streets and enjoy the traditional fare at the many fantastic food spots. Find out more about taking the train there by reading on.
Madrid to Pamplona/Iruña by train
It takes an average of 4h 35m to travel from Madrid to Pamplona/Iruña by train, over a distance of around 197 miles (317 km). There are normally 9 trains per day traveling from Madrid to Pamplona/Iruña and tickets for this journey start from $30.67 when you book in advance.
| First train | 7:32 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 9:07 pm | |
| Departure station | Madrid | |
| Arrival station | Pamplona/Iruña | |
| Journey time | From 3h 2m | |
| Distance | 197 miles (317 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $30.67 | |
| Train and bus operators | Autobuses Pamplona-Madrid, Renfe |
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Renfe and Alvia trains from Madrid to Pamplona/Iruña
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Alvia
Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.
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Renfe's Alvia services combine high-speed tracks with lower speed sections, reaching speeds of up to 155 mph (250 km/h) on international lines and 125 mph (200 km/h) on conventional lines. These trains connect the cities of Madrid, Barcelona and Alicante with the other main Spanish cities. Alvia offers two types of classes – Turista (Second Class) and Preferente (First Class). The latter has wider seats, carriages with fewer seats, offers complimentary food and drinks, free newspapers, and access to parking and Club meeting rooms.
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Alvia classes from Madrid to Pamplona/Iruña
Compare the different travel classes offered by Alvia when traveling from Madrid to Pamplona/Iruña.
Estándar
Travel in Alvia's Estándar Class (Standard Class) and you'll enjoy many amenities, including air-conditioning, power outlets at every seat and footrests.
- Baggage storage
- Fold-down table
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- More legroom
Confort
Upgrade to Alvia's Confort Class (First Class) and enjoy more comfortable seats, more legroom, an in-seat meal service and access to Renfe's Club lounges.
- Baggage storage
- Fold-down table
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- More legroom
Onboard services on Alvia
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Madrid to Pamplona/Iruña.
On Alvia trains you can take up to three pieces of baggage on board, provided that they are less than 290cm long and weigh less than 25kg in total. Strollers and instruments smaller than 30 x 120 x 38 cm are also classed as hand baggage.
Most Alvia trains have an onboard café-bar, as well as an at-seat service with a wide selection of food and drinks.
On board Alvia services, you can connect to PlayRenfe, a platform offering free WiFi and hours of entertainment.
Children under 4 travel free on Alvia services with a free child's ticket. Plus, passengers under 14 get a 40% discount on their chosen tariff.
With Alvia, folded bicycles that are less than 180cm long and are stored in a case count as hand baggage. If your bike is larger than this, it will count as special baggage and must be no larger than 120 x 90 x 40 cm - you must also detach the pedals and rotate the handlebars 90 degrees.
You can take your pet with you if they weigh less than 10kg, travel in a carrier no larger than 60 x 35 x 35 cm, and have a pet ticket. In Elige Confort a pet ticket is free, while in Básico a pet ticket costs 25% of the price of a ticket.
Alvia has an assistance service for passengers with reduced mobility or a disability. To arrange assistance, you can call (+34) 900 400 555 (international calling charges may apply).
Cheap train tickets from Madrid to Pamplona/Iruña
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Madrid to Pamplona/Iruña by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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