The average train between Madrid and Zarautz takes 8h 36m and the fastest train takes 6h. The train service runs several times per day from Madrid to Zarautz. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Madrid and Zarautz. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Madrid is at 5:48 PM which arrives into Zarautz at 6:20 AM. All services require a transfer at San Sebastian/Donostia and take an average of 8h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Zarautz. However, there are services departing from Madrid station and arriving at Zarautz station via San Sebastian/Donostia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.
Madrid to Zarautz train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.
Madrid to Zarautz train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at San Sebastian/Donostia station.
The distance between Madrid and Zarautz is 343.2 km. The road distance is 570 km.
Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to San Sebastian/Donostia every 4 hours. Tickets cost €65–110 and the journey takes 5h 52m.