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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Calafell is to bus via Zaragoza which costs €50 - €110 and takes 9h 41m.

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 4h 2m and costs €55 - €180.

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 Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragoza and Estació d'Autobusos de Tarragona. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

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 Camp De Tarragona via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Madrid to Calafell?

The distance between Madrid and Calafell is 573 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 5h 15m and costs €55 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m 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 5h 15m and costs €55 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus via Zaragoza, which costs €50 - €110 and takes 9h 41m.

Where does the Madrid to Calafell bus arrive?

Madrid to Calafell bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragoza station.

Where does the Madrid to Calafell train arrive?

Madrid to Calafell train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Camp De Tarragona station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Calafell?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Calafell is 552 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Madrid to Calafell.

Where can I stay near Calafell?

There are 1818+ hotels available in Calafell.

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There are 5 ways to get from Madrid to Calafell by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Camp De Tarragonatrain Ave
5h 15m
€57–144
Bus via Zaragoza
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragozabus
2. Take the bus from Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragoza to Tarragonabus
3. Take the bus from Estació d'Autobusos de Tarragona to Calafell - Poblebus
9h 41m
€52–109
Drive 552.4 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Calafellcar 552.4 km
5h 27m
€88–127
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 Castelldefels to Calafelltrain
4h 2m
€57–174
Bus
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 Estació d'Autobusos de Tarragona to Calafell - Poblebus
12h 21m
€76–110

Madrid to Calafell by train and bus

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Distance: 573.4 km
Duration: 5h 15m

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 €75–140 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Calafell - Poble via Estación Central de Autobuses de Zaragoza, Tarragona, and Estació d'Autobusos de Tarragona in around 9h 41m.

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