What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Calafell?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Calafell is to bus which costs €45 - €100 and takes 8h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Calafell?

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Calafell is to fly and train which takes 3h 55m and costs €60 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Calafell?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Calafell. However, there are services departing from Madrid, Avenida de América and arriving at Calafell - Poble via Tarragona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Calafell?

No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Calafell. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arriving at Calafell via Barcelona-Sants and Sant Vicenç De Calders. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Madrid to Calafell?

The distance between Madrid and Calafell is 571 km. The road distance is 552.4 km.

How do I travel from Madrid to Calafell without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid to Calafell without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs €55 - €150.

How long does it take to get from Madrid to Calafell?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Madrid to Calafell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Calafell bus from?

Madrid to Calafell bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Calafell train from?

Madrid to Calafell train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Calafell?

The best way to get from Madrid to Calafell is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs €55 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €100 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Madrid to Calafell bus arrive?

Madrid to Calafell bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Tarragona station.

Where does the Madrid to Calafell train arrive?

Madrid to Calafell train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Calafell?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Calafell is 552 km. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Madrid to Calafell.

How do I get a train ticket from Madrid to Calafell?

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Where can I stay near Calafell?

There are 1900+ hotels available in Calafell.

Madrid to Calafell - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Madrid to Calafell by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, plane, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Camp De Tarragonatrain Ave
4h 55m
€57–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Tarragonabus ALSA - Smzc
2. Take the bus from Tarragona to Calafell - Poblebus Vilanova-Tarragona
8h 31m
€47–98
Drive 552.4 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Calafellcar 552.4 km
5h 28m
€87–126
Fly, train
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane MAD - BCN
2. Take the train from El Prat De Llobregat to Calafelltrain
3h 55m
€63–163
Train via Barcelona
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
2. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to San Vicente De Calders-Comarrutrain Re
5h 11m
€67–170
Bus via Cuenca
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Cuencabus
2. Take the bus from Cuenca to Tarragonabus 051
3. Take the bus from Tarragona to Calafell - Poblebus
12h 21m
€74–109

Madrid to Calafell by train and bus

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4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 571.5 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Calafell, Spain?

Renfe AVE operates a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Camp De Tarragona hourly. Tickets cost €80–140 and the journey takes 2h 41m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Calafell - Poble via Tarragona in around 8h 31m.

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