How to get from Madrid to Irun
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Madrid to Irun by price and travel time.
- 361 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 6h 07m
- 5 train departures a day with Renfe
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
6h 07m
direct
Train
€33
Cheapest
9h 18m
1 transfer
Bus + Train
€32
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 19 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Irun. The most useful door-to-door route takes 6h 07m by train with no transfer. The two cities are about 361 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €32, on Thu, Oct 15.
361 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €50Older observation | 3h 28m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Train | €37Omio catalogue, Oct 20 | 6h 07mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €32Reading date not recorded | 9h 18m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€50Older observation3h 28m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Train€37Omio catalogue, Oct 206h 07m · directSee Train details
- Bus€32Reading date not recorded9h 18m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Irun: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Madrid → Iruntrain
Renfe·6h 07m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Madrid to Irun
Renfe runs 5 scheduled departures a day, the first at 06:55 and the last at 17:48.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renfetrain | 5 | 06:55 | 17:48 |
All departures
- 06:55
- 09:06
- 12:25
- 14:50
- 17:48
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 20
Operators seen on these journeys
RenfeMadrid-Irun, San Sebastián-Donostia-IrunBook →ALSAMadrid Barajas-San Sebastián-DonostiaBook →
IberiaMadrid–Barajas-San Sebastián AirportSee live options and dates →Regional connectionSan Sebastián Airport-IrunBook →On this route you travel with Renfe, ALSA, Iberia, Regional connection; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Irun works
Start with a Renfe train from Madrid to Irun, about 6h 7m. In total it's roughly €33 over 6h 7m, direct, no transfers.
Madrid to Irun: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Irun?
The most useful route takes about 6h 07m by train, with no transfer.
When is the first train from Madrid to Irun?
The first train with Renfe leaves at 06:55 and the last at 17:48, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Madrid to Irun?
5 a day with Renfe, between 06:55 and 17:48.
How far is Irun from Madrid?
About 361 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Irun cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €32 to €43. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Which operators run Madrid to Irun?
On this route you travel with Renfe, ALSA, Iberia, Regional connection.
Can you get from Madrid to Irun without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 4h 20m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Irun?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Renfe
Route calculated: 19 Oct 2026