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Madrid to Vitoria-Gasteiz Train Prices and Times

Planning a journey from Madrid to Vitoria-Gasteiz? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets for as low as KWD 6.730, with average prices for this route around KWD 15.300. We suggest exploring methods like split tickets to ensure you get the most affordable fares.
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    From KWD 6.730
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    From KWD 15.050
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From KWD 15.050
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From KWD 15.050
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From KWD 15.050
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From KWD 15.050
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07:20
Madrid-Chamartín
10:49
Vitoria/Gasteiz
3h 29m, Directrenfe
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08:40
Madrid-Chamartín
12:30
Vitoria/Gasteiz
3h 50m, Changes requiredIntercitrenfe
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09:06
Madrid-Príncipe Pío
14:48
Vitoria/Gasteiz
5h 42m, Directrenfe
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09:27
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
14:00
Vitoria/Gasteiz
4h 33m, Changes requiredrenfe
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11:27
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
16:41
Vitoria/Gasteiz
5h 14m, Changes requiredrenfe
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12:05
Madrid-Chamartín
16:24
Paris
4h 19m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Madrid to Vitoria-Gasteiz Train Route Details

The Madrid to Vitoria-Gasteiz train ticket is typically from KWD 6.730. The average travel time is 3h 2m, covering a distance of approximately 178 miles. There are usually 11 daily trains provided by Intercit, renfe. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
07:20
Last train
Last train
19:53
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 2m
Distance
Distance
178 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 6.730
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children are allowed to select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or request refunds based on the ticket type, which may involve a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled passengers can benefit from Renfe's discounts, with savings of up to 40%. For just €6, you can get a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is greater during weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets are subject to the type of ticket and may incur a fee.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

With the Tarjeta Dorada, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. 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 rules for changes and refunds.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

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

Advance booking

By booking in advance, you can benefit from discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes can be reserved up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the lower the price. Trip.com highlights the cheapest prices, simplifying your travel planning.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Vitoria-Gasteiz

Renfe's AVE trains offer four service types based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers during their journey. Seating options include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

Each AVE train comes with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and baggage allowance of up to three bags. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or budget-conscious passengers, providing a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are designed for those who seek higher comfort, featuring wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid to Vitoria-Gasteiz Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Madrid to Vitoria-Gasteiz, 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.

Madrid to Vitoria-Gasteiz 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.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    Book in Advance

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    Buy a Return Ticket

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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