Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 3 hours 49 minutes and with fares starting at just R 413, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 969 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at R 413
RENFE Regional Express Mérida Madrid recent customer reviews
Good info and help at the Mérida station. A shame that the only food or drink was from a vending machine
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mérida 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 Mérida to Madrid?
The cheapest train tickets from Mérida to Madrid start from R 413. The average price for this train route is around R 776. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
Which train operators serve the Mérida 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 Mérida to Madrid?
The earliest train from Mérida to Madrid departs at 07:56. And the latest train departs at 18:18.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
22/03
R 1 233
23/03
R 692
Today
R 665
25/03
R 665
26/03
R 664
27/03
R 706
28/03
R 835
29/03
R 706
The cheapest trip from Mérida to Madrid was searched and found on 26 Mar 2026 with a price of R 664
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Mérida to Madrid as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 664 to R 1 487 for a train ticket from Mérida to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 664, which is on 2026-03-26.
The cheapest trip from Mérida to Madrid was searched and found on 26 Mar 2026 with a price of R 664
