How to get from Madrid to Álava
- 286 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 4h 14m
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
3h 32m
1 transfer
Flight + Bus
€64
Cheapest
4h 14m
1 transfer
Train + Bus
€31
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 3 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Madrid to Álava. The most useful door-to-door route takes 4h 14m by train, bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 286 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 €31, on Sat, Sep 19.
286 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €52Checked Oct 2 | 3h 37m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Train | €31Reading date not recorded | 4h 14m1 transfer | See Train details |
- Flight€52Checked Oct 23h 37m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Train€31Reading date not recorded4h 14m · 1 transferSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Madrid to Álava: 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 → Miranda de Ebrotrain
Renfe·3h 02m - 2Miranda de Ebro → Vitoria AirportbusAirport shuttle bus·52m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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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.
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 Sat, Oct 3
Operators seen on these journeys
RenfeMadrid-Miranda de EbroBook →Airport shuttle busMiranda de Ebro-Vitoria AirportBook →
Air EuropaMadrid–Barajas-Bilbao AirportSee live options and dates →Regional connectionBilbao Airport-Vitoria AirportBook →On this route you travel with Renfe, Airport shuttle bus, Air Europa, Regional connection; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Madrid to Álava works
Start with a Renfe train from Madrid to Miranda de Ebro, about 3h 2m. Transfer in Miranda de Ebro and continue by Airport shuttle bus bus on to Álava (52 min). In total it's roughly €31 over 4h 14m, 1 transfer.
Madrid to Álava: common questions
How long does it take to get from Madrid to Álava?
The most useful route takes about 4h 14m by train, bus, 1 transfer.
Is there a train from Madrid to Álava?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a bus from Madrid to Álava?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Álava from Madrid?
About 286 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Madrid to Álava cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €31. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Madrid to Álava?
On this route you travel with Renfe, Airport shuttle bus, Air Europa, Regional connection.
Can you get from Madrid to Álava without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 3h 07m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Álava?
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.
Where to next
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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, Airport shuttle bus
Route calculated: 3 Oct 2026