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Traveling from Seville to Madrid by train
Planning a trip from Seville to Madrid train? Start your journey with us!
On average, the train from Seville to Madrid takes around 2 hours and 38 minutes, with around 24 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Book your ticket with Trainline and travel to the capital from one of Spain’s most beautiful and architecturally stunning cities. You might think the journey from Seville to Madrid is too far for a train, but thanks to Renfe’s high-speed rail services, you can wake up in Seville for breakfast and be boating your way around the lake at Parque del Buen Retiro in Madrid before lunchtime. If you'd like to experience the nightlife (or la marcha as locals say), check out our guide to the best places to watch flamenco in Madrid.
The good news doesn’t stop there either. Renfe trains are fantastically well equipped with luxurious First Class cars - look out for Preferente or Club tickets to experience it. You’ll be able to travel much more comfortably than you would by air, even if you just travel in Standard Class.
So, knowing all that, what are you waiting for? Book a ticket above! Or, if you’d like to find out more, keep reading for more information on:
- Seville to Madrid by train: key facts
- Train times
- Train operators on this route
- Travel classes from Seville to Madrid
- Services on board trains from Seville to Madrid
- How to find cheap train tickets
- Travelling from Seville airport to the city center
- How to get to Sevilla Santa Justa train station
- Everything you need to know about Sevilla Santa Justa station
- Train stations between Seville and Madrid
- Arriving in Madrid from Seville
- Using public transport in Madrid
- Discover Madrid & Spain
- Popular train journeys from Madrid
- Getting from Madrid city center to the airport
- Explore Europe with a Eurail pass
- Review: Seville to Madrid on an AVE train
Seville to Madrid by train
It takes an average of 2h 50m to travel from Seville to Madrid by train, over a distance of around 242 miles (390 km). There are normally 31 trains per day traveling from Seville to Madrid and tickets for this journey start from $8.32 when you book in advance.
FAQs about the train journey from Seville to Madrid
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AVE, OUIGO, iryo and Renfe trains from Seville to Madrid
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OUIGO
iryo
Renfe
AVE is Renfe's flagship high-speed service, with trains capable of reaching up to 193 mph (310 km/h). It’s one of the fastest trains in Europe and connects the main cities of Spain. Most AVE trains offer two comfort classes – Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class equivalent, with 1-1 configuration, ultra-wide seats, gourmet food and drink and lounge access). All AVE trains have air conditioning, power sockets, free WiFi and a buffet carriage serving a selection of food and drinks. There are three fares for AVE services: the cheapest but least flexible Básico fare, the Elige fare (slightly pricier but more flexible), and the Premium fare for seats in Confort Class.
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OUIGO is the low-cost, high-speed train service operated by the French national train company SNCF. Despite having only one class on board, OUIGO trains offer the same comfort as Second Class seats on TGV trains, although OUIGO tickets are only available to purchase online. To make your journey as smooth as possible, arrive at least 30 minutes before departure and bear in mind that there's an additional fee for bringing a suitcase with you, having a seat with power sockets and travelling with a stroller/buggy.
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Operating since the end of 2022, iryo is a new high-speed train company in Spain. It’s a consortium between the Spanish airline Air Norstrum and the train company Trenitalia, one of the greatest leaders in European rail transport. The first private Spanish high-speed company to operate, iryo runs high-speed services on the Madrid – Zaragoza – Barcelona route and connects Madrid – Cuenca – Valencia/Alicante and Madrid – Cordoba – Seville/Malaga. They are doing this all with a fleet of ETR1000 model trains that offer the highest level of comfort in Spain, with a combination of advanced propulsion and highest quality onboard services, including WiFi connection and catering service. 98% of the parts of the trains are 100% recyclable, making this trip sustainable as well!
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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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iryo, AVE, OUIGO and Avlo classes from Seville to Madrid
Compare the different travel classes offered by iryo, AVE, OUIGO and Avlo when traveling from Seville to Madrid.
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AVE
OUIGO
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Inicial
If you're looking for a reasonably-priced experience without compromising on the best service and comfort, Inicial Class is ideal for you!
- Baggage storage
- Entertainment pass
- Single seat options
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- Fold-down table
- Power outlets at each seat
- Free WiFi
- Only YOU hotel access
- In-seat meal service
Singular
Singular Class is ideal for business travelers looking for flexibility and comfort. If you need to, you can adapt your ticket to your needs at the time.
- Baggage storage
- Entertainment pass
- Single seat options
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- Fold-down table
- Power outlets at each seat
- Free WiFi
- Only YOU hotel access
- In-seat meal service
Singular Only YOU
If you're looking for added comfort and full flexibility, Singular Only YOU class is a fantastic choice, with access to select hotels too.
- Baggage storage
- Entertainment pass
- Single seat options
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- Fold-down table
- Power outlets at each seat
- Free WiFi
- Only YOU hotel access
- In-seat meal service
Infinita Bistró
iryo's Infinita Bistró Class offers plenty of amenities on board, including wider leather reclining seats, free WiFi and in-seat meal service offering a complimentary gourmet meal. You'll need to book your meal 24 hours in advance.
- Baggage storage
- Entertainment pass
- Single seat options
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- Fold-down table
- Power outlets at each seat
- Free WiFi
- Only YOU hotel access
- In-seat meal service
Estándar (Standard Class)
In AVE's Estándar Class, you'll enjoy comfortable fuss-free travel. With baggage storage and air-conditioning throughout, there's access to their dining car serving drinks and snacks and seats are usually in a row of 2 or 4 around a table. On board, you'll enjoy:
- Free WiFi
- Seat reservation
- Dining car
- Entertainment pass
- Fold-down table
- Reading light
- Power outlets at each seat
- In-seat meal service
- Lounge access
- Larger tables
Confort (First Class)
Onboard AVE's Confort Class, you’ll enjoy all the amenities of Estándar Class as well as extra perks, such as complimentary food and drinks, free newspapers and more. Don't forget to enjoy access to Renfe's Club Rooms before your trip to kick it off in style. On board, you'll enjoy:
- Free WiFi
- Seat reservation
- Dining car
- Entertainment pass
- Fold-down table
- Reading light
- Power outlets at each seat
- In-seat meal service
- Lounge access
- Larger tables
Standard Class
OUIGO comes with only one class, Standard Class, which is the equivalent of TGV's Second Class. On board you'll find WiFi and a café-bar (on services in Spain). There may be a trolley service on Train Classique services in France. You can pay extra to guarantee a seat with a power outlet, as not all seats currently have one.
- Fold-down table
- Baggage storage
- Dining car (1)
- In-seat meal service (2)
- WiFi (3)
- Power outlets
- (1) Available on OUIGO Spain services only
- (2) Snack service available on some OUIGO Classique trains
- (3) WiFi available for a fee on services in France; may be free in Spain
Economy Class
Travel in Avlo’s Economy Class and you can connect to the free WiFi and grab some snacks from the vending machine.
- Vending machine
- Baggage storage
- Entertainment pass
- Free WiFi
- Adjustable seats/footrests
- Fold-down table
- Air conditioning
Onboard services on iryo, AVE, OUIGO and Avlo
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Seville to Madrid.
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AVE
OUIGO
Avlo
You can carry up to 3 pieces of baggage on iryo trains, as long as they do not exceed 25kg (55.1lbs) in total. These 3 pieces can be 2 suitcases with a maximum size of 85 x 55 x 35cm (33.4 x 21.6 x 13.7 inches) and a backpack or handbag that does not exceed the dimensions of 36 x 27 x 15cm (14.1 x 10.6 x 5.9 inches).
iryo offers different menus with high-quality products in all classes. You can buy your favorite meal from their onboard restaurant/bar car, which is usually near car 2. If you’re traveling in the Infinita Bistró Class, you can enjoy the Infinita Bistró food service – your meal will be served straight to your seat. Please note that you’ll need to book your meal at least 24 hours in advance.
You can enjoy free WiFi in all classes on iryo trains, as well as an onboard entertainment platform providing a wide selection of movies, TV series, live news and Spotify.
Kids aged 0-3 travel for free on all iryo trains. Kids aged 4-13 get a discounted ticket while those aged 14-18 need to pay the full price. Please note that kids aged under 18 need to be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
You can take your bike on board iryo trains for free if it’s folded and does not exceed 90 x 120 x 40cm. Also, your bike must travel without the pedals and with the handlebar rotated 90 degrees.
iryo allows pets that do not exceed 10kg (22lbs) in weight, as long as they travel inside a carrier with a maximum size of 60 x 35 x 35cm (23.6 x 13.7 x 13.7 inches). You'll need to buy a ticket for your pet in advance. In addition, guide dogs can travel at no additional cost.
There are 2 seats for people with reduced mobility on iryo trains. Step-free access is also available both when boarding and when getting off the train.
With AVE, you can travel with up to 3 pieces of baggage that do not exceed 290cm (114.1 inches) and 25kg (55.1 pounds). In total, the maximum measurements of each piece of baggage are 85 x 55 x 35cm (33.4 x 21.6 x 13.7 inches). Musical instruments also count as hand baggage as long as they do not exceed the dimensions 30 x 120 x 38cm (11.8 x 47.2 x 14.9 inches) and are stored in a case.
If you’d like to stretch your legs and grab a coffee during your journey, AVE trains have an onboard dining car. If you’d prefer to stay in your seat, AVE staff will pass through each car with a food and drink cart.
On AVE trains, you can take advantage of PlayRenfe – their free WiFi and entertainment pass. Giving you access to exclusive content and fast connection speeds, PlayRenfe can be downloaded from the app store on your phone. Once you’re connected, you can access the PlayRenfe portal, where you’ll find exclusive live sport, news, films and TV series.
Children under 3 years old travel for free with AVE, as long as they do not occupy a seat and have their free child ticket. Children from 3 to 14 years old can take advantage of a 40% discount on ticket prices.
On all AVE trains, each passenger can take one bicycle or scooter on board, as long as it’s folded and carried inside a case. Also, the pedals must be removed and handlebars turned 90 degrees. Lastly, if the sum of the dimensions of the case is less than 180cm (70.8 inches), it's considered as hand luggage. However, if it’s bigger, it will be considered as special luggage (max dimensions 120 x 90 x 40 cm or 47.2 x 35.4 x 15.7 inches).
With AVE, you can travel with a pet as long as it weighs no more than 10 kg (22 pounds) and travels inside a cage or carrier that measures max 60 x 35 x 35 cm (23 x 13 x 13 inches). Your pet must have their own pet ticket, unless you’re traveling with a Premium ticket, in which case the pet ticket is free. Guide and assistance dogs travel for free.
AVE offer a free assistance and care service for people with reduced mobility. To request the service, passengers should contact AVE directly.
One piece of hand baggage (36 x 27 x 15 cm) and one piece of cabin baggage (55 x 35 x 25 cm) can be taken onboard. You can take additional or larger bags with you (max. 30kg) for an extra fee or by paying for OUIGO Plus.
On OUIGO trains in France: an at-seat service of snacks is available on Train classique services. This service is not available on high-speed OUIGO trains.
On OUIGO trains in Spain: OUIBAR is located in car 4 of each train and offers a selection of hot and cold drinks, plus snacks.
WiFi (OUIFI) and an entertainment portal (OUIFUN) are available at an additional cost.
For OUIGO trains in France: Passengers under 12 years old pay a fixed price for tickets all year round - €5 for journeys on Train classique services, and €8 for high speed services.
For OUIGO trains in Spain: Passengers under 12 pay €5 for all journeys.
You can take your bicycle on board OUIGO trains if you add the 'Bike' option onto your ticket for an additional fee of at least €5. Your bike must be folded or dismantled and placed in a storage bag for transport.
Pets are only allowed on board OUIGO trains if the 'Pets' option is added to your ticket at the time of booking. (1 pet per adult, per booking, €10 per pet.)
For disabled passengers or those with reduced mobility, you can request assistance through 'Accès Plus'. With this service, a member of staff will meet you at the station and help you get to your seat on the train. To book assistance, contact Accès Plus after you book your tickets (and no later than 48 hours before your train is due to depart).
Traveling with a Básica ticket on an Avlo train? You can travel with 1 piece of hand baggage and 1 suitcase. Both pieces of baggage are not subject to a weight limit, but the hand baggage cannot exceed 27cm (10.6") x 36cm (14.1") x 25cm (9.8") and the suitcase cannot exceed 55cm (21.6") x 35cm (13.7") x 25cm (9.8") in dimensions. If you’d like to add 1 extra piece of baggage, you’ll need to pay a fee of €10 if you buy it at the time of purchase and €30 if you get it at the station.
On Avlo trains, there is no onboard dining service. However, you will find a vending machine, serving a diverse variety of hot and cold drinks and snacks. Please note that the vending machine only accepts card payments.
If you’re traveling with Avlo, you can enjoy free WiFi through the PlayRenfe platform. As soon as you’re connected you can enjoy films, television shows, newspapers and much more.
Children under 3 years old travel for free with Avlo, as long as they do not occupy a seat. Children under 14 travel for €5 (maximum of 2 child tickets per adult).
Only folding bikes and scooters are allowed on board Avlo trains, as long as they do not exceed the dimensions permitted for suitcases – 55 x 35 x 25cm (21.6" x 13.7" x 9.8").
You can travel with your pet for only €10 ($11.01), provided that you have a small pet, such as a dog, cat, ferret or bird (not poultry). Your pet must not weigh more than 10 kg (22 lbs) and must travel inside a cage or carrier, which must not exceed dimensions of 60 x 35 x 35 cm (23.6" x 13.7" x 13.7").
Please note there is a maximum of 1 pet per person and all pets must always travel with their own pet ticket and not take up a seat. Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on the train free of charge.
With Avlo, passengers with reduced mobility can request the assistance service. For more information, contact Avlo directly.
Cheap train tickets from Seville to Madrid
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 Seville to Madrid 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.
Traveling from the airport to central Seville
If you’re flying to Seville, you’ll need to make your way to the city center before your journey to Madrid. If you want to know how to get to central Seville from the airport, keep reading for more details.
If you’re traveling to Seville from abroad, you’ll most likely depart from the city’s main airport, Seville Airport, which is just over 6 miles from the city center.
Generally, the easiest way to get from Seville city center to the airport is by bus. You can take the EA (Especial Aeropuerto) bus from the main terminal to some of the main stops in the city center, including Prado de San Sebastián, Sevilla Santa Justa train station and Plaza de Armas bus station.
When you board the bus, you’ll be able to buy your ticket from the bus driver for €4, or around $4.37 (as of November 2023).
How to get to Sevilla Santa Justa station
No matter which train operator you decide to travel with, your train will depart from Sevilla Santa Justa station.
If you're heading to Sevilla Santa Justa station from central Seville, you can get there using the city's public transport system:
- Bus: 2 bus services can take you from the city center to the train station: bus 32 and bus 21. Bus 32 towards Victoria Dominguez stops at Plaza Duque, Plaza de la Encarnación (where Las Setas are), Ponce de León and José Laguillo (Seville Santa Justa station). Bus 21 towards Pedro Romero stops at central stops such as Puerta de la Carne, Juzgados de Sevilla, Puerta de Jérez, Teatro de la Maestranza, Plaza de Toros, Marqués de Parada and José Laguillo (Seville Santa Justa station).
- Walk: From Sevilla Santa Justa, you can get to Seville Cathedral and the Royal Alcázar of Seville in about 30 minutes.
Everything you need to know about Sevilla Santa Justa station
Once you’ve arrived at Sevilla Santa Justa station, there are plenty of things to do while waiting for your train to arrive.
Serving over 9 million travelers each year, Sevilla Santa Justa is the city’s main train station and the third-busiest station in Spain. Usually, the train station is open from 04:30am until 12:30am on weekdays and from 05:15am until 12:30am on weekends and public holidays.
Once you’ve gone through the main entrance, you’ll arrive at the main concourse of Sevilla Santa Justa station. Here you’ll find:
- Ticket office
- Ticket machines
- Tourist information office
- ATM
- Shops
- Newsagents
- Left baggage
- Restaurants
- Bars
Train stations between Seville and Madrid
During your journey from Seville to Madrid, the train may stop at certain towns and cities along the way.
In total, the journey from Seville to Madrid takes just over 2 and a half hours. Depending on which service you travel on, you can visit some of the most beautiful cities and towns in Spain, including Cordoba, Puertollano and Ciudad Real. Please note that not all trains serve the same stations. In fact, some trains don’t stop anywhere along the way. The stations you are likely to stop at are:
- Cordoba
- Villanueva De Cordoba
- Puertollano
- Ciudad Real
Arriving at Madrid Atocha station from Seville
Whichever train operator you decide to travel with, you will arrive in the city center, at Madrid Atocha station.
From Madrid Atocha station, it’s easy to get to central Madrid thanks to public transport. You can get there by:
- Metro: From Atocha Renfe metro station, you can take Metro Line 1 to the city center.
- Bus: There are various buses available from Madrid Atocha station to the city center.
- Walk: From Madrid Atocha, you can get to Puerta del Sol in central Madrid on foot in around 25 minutes.
If you want to travel from Madrid Atocha to Madrid Airport, you can take a Renfe train, which takes around 35 minutes in total.
Using public transport in Madrid
During your time in Madrid, you’ll find the public transport system is easy, fast, safe and reliable.
Taking the metro in Madrid
Madrid’s underground system, known as the Metro, is the easiest way to get around the city. Comprised of 12 lines and over 300 stations, Madrid’s Metro is one of the most accessible metro systems in Europe.
Generally, the Metro runs from 6:00 am until 1:30 am, with trains arriving every 2-15 minutes. Typically, a single journey on public transport costs between €1.50 and €2, making it a very low-cost way to navigate the city.
Taking the bus in Madrid
In Madrid, the Metro system is integrated with the bus system, meaning that you can travel on the Metro and the bus with the same ticket. Roughly, there are over 200 bus lines with over 2,000 buses in operation. The city’s EMT buses are blue and offer excellent views of the city as you travel to your destination.
Taking the tram in Madrid
The tram system in Madrid, also known as the Metro Ligero, is an overground metro connecting the city through 4 lines and over 50 stations. If you want to travel from the city center to Madrid’s suburbs, or vice versa, the Metro Ligero is what you’re looking for.
Discover Madrid and Spain
If you are visiting Madrid, there are so many things to see and do, it can be difficult to know where to start! To help you find inspiration, here are some ideas for things to do in Madrid:
Popular train journeys from Madrid
Enjoyed your time in Madrid and want to explore more of Spain? You can easily reach nearby towns and cities by train. To inspire your next trip, here are some of the most popular train journeys from Madrid:
How to get from Madrid city center to the airport
If you’re flying home from Madrid, you will almost certainly depart from Madrid-Barajas Airport. If you want to get from central Madrid to the airport, keep reading for more details.
Situated northeast of the city center, Madrid Barajas Airport is the main international airport serving the Spanish capital and can be easily reached by Metro or bus.
Metro to Madrid-Barajas Airport
Madrid’s Metro system is the quickest and easiest way to get to Madrid-Barajas Airport from the city center. From 6:00 am to 2:00 am, you can take the Metro to Terminal T2 or Terminal T4. Jump on Line 8 at Nuevos Ministerios Metro station in the center of Madrid and go straight to the airport in just 12 minutes.
Buses to Madrid-Barajas Airport
Operating 24 hours a day, the Exprés Aeropuerto (Airport Express) stops at Madrid Atocha station, Plaza de Cibeles and O'Donnell. During the day, buses run every 15 minutes and during the night, every 35 minutes. You can jump on the bus and get off at terminals T1, T2 or T4. In total, the journey takes approximately 40 minutes.
Explore Europe by train with a Eurail pass
Once you’ve finished exploring Madrid, why not continue exploring Europe by train? With a Eurail Pass, you can travel across 33 European countries as much as you want on participating European train networks for a set amount of travel days.
If you’re an American or Canadian citizen, you can use a Eurail Pass. If you're a European citizen or a non-European who is an official legal resident of a European country, you can use an Interrail Pass instead.
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