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Taking the train from Lisboa Santa Apolónia to Madrid Atocha in 18 hours 36 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Lisboa Santa Apolónia to Madrid Atocha? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 19 hours 37 minutes to travel the 312 miles (502 km) from Lisboa Santa Apolónia to Madrid Atocha by train, although you can get there in as little as 18 hours 36 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 2 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.
Train tickets from Lisboa Santa Apolónia to Madrid Atocha are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Madrid Atocha? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Lisboa Santa Apolónia to Madrid Atocha by train
| First train | 16:00 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:00 | |
| Departure station | Lisboa Santa Apolónia | |
| Arrival station | Madrid Atocha | |
| Journey time | From 18h 36m | |
| Distance | 312 miles (502 km) | |
| Frequency | 2 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus, Gipsyy, Rede Expressos |
FAQs about the train journey from Lisboa Santa Apolónia to Madrid Atocha
Want to know more about your journey from Lisboa Santa Apolónia to Madrid Atocha? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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Cheap train tickets from Lisboa Santa Apolónia to Madrid Atocha
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 Lisboa Santa Apolónia to Madrid Atocha 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.