Private car transfer
from Madrid to Salamanca

Door-to-door
in 2 h 20 min

From ...
per seat

Comfortable
car

One way

Cancel for free 24 hours before departure

Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice 2024

Excellent

Trip Information

Pick-up

Your driver will meet you at your address in Madrid.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

Trip

You’ll travel in comfort for 2 h 20 min.

Optional sight-seeing
Clean, comfortable car
Professional driver
Bottled water
Child seats
Prepared for handicapped
Smoke-free
Pet friendly

Drop-off

Your driver will drop you off at your address in Salamanca.

Door-to-door service
Help with your luggage

In total

215 km
2 h 20 min

Questions & Answers about Traveling from Madrid to Salamanca

It is possible to do a day trip to Salamanca from Madrid, but it is best to choose a Daytrip private car service for the smoothest and quickest journey possible. This allows you to schedule your round-trip transportation at the best times for you.

For this route, either the bus or the train is an affordable option. A train ticket is around $20-$28 while bus tickets can cost $17-$30. Both take about 2 hours and 45 minutes, so it comes down to preference or proximity of the station to your accommodation.

The best way to get from Madrid to Salamanca is with a Daytrip private transfer, which offers smooth direct service between the two cities, and optional sightseeing stops en route. This option is perfect for those eager to pre-book their journey out of the Spanish capital.

There are direct buses from Madrid to Salamanca, and the tickets cost about $17 each way. This is a great option for those traveling on a budget, and the journey time is comparable to a train ride (the bus takes 2 hours and 45 minutes.)

The popular Media Distancia trains depart from Chamartin station in Madrid, and the fastest trains have an average journey time of about 2 hours and 45 minutes. Train times can be found online at Rail Europe, where train tickets can also be purchased.

A bus, train, or private car service are all options for the Madrid airport to Salamanca transfer. With a Daytrip private transfer, you'll have the most flexibility in determining your departure time to avoid the restrictions of regular train times (especially helpful if your flight is before the first train.)

Visit these sights on the way

El Escorial

This UNESCO-listed monastery influenced Spanish architecture for more than half a century, and became a symbol for the Spanish Golden Age. Palatial Paradigm Shift

The Valley of the Fallen

Dictator Francisco Franco ordered the construction of this massive monument to honor those who died in the Spanish Civil War using forced labour. A Controversial Commemoration

Avila

St Teresa was born, and Grand Inquisitor Torquemadaithin buried, within the medieval walls of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. City of Saints and Stones

Arevalo

Queen Isabella I of Castile was raised, and the Young Man of Arevalo born, in this once fortified medieval village. A Young Man Was Here

Palacio de Juan II

The preserved birthplace of the Catholic Queen Isabel offers a personal look at one of the most influential figures in Spanish history. Birth of a Legacy

Alba de Tormes

Nestled on the banks of the Tormes river, this medieval village’s convent houses the heart of St. Teresa. Heart of a Saint

Why people love Daytrip

4,800+ reviews

789 travelers took this route with us

Dec 4, 2024

Excellent service for transfers in Thailand

“I was unsure about this company but a few good reviews on Trip Advisor made me take the chance. I am so happy that we did. We needed a ride from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. Our driver Saksun was an excellent driver - it's not a long distance to drive (by Texas standards!) but the road is challenging and there are a lot of places where improvements to the road are being made. It took around 3 hours with a stop at a place with very clean bathrooms, very interesting hot springs and a place to get a snack and cold drinks. Saksun had a vehicle that was fantastic for this type of drive - a very comfortable ride indeed and was obviously well maintained and very clean. I highly recommend this company. I used to post on trip advisor as "lakekariba" but got out of the habit of doing so. This company was so easy to use and the result was so enjoyable that I felt that the company Daytrip and the driver Saksun had earned our trust and a glowing review. Gillian and Ted Pearsall Austin, Texas”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler lakekariba

lakekariba

Dec 4, 2024

Dec 3, 2024

Excellent option to get to Vienna to Budapest!

“We used Daytrip to travel between Budapest and Vienna with a 2 hour stop for lunch in Bratislava. Our driver Zsombor arrived on time at our hotel in Budapest and was very friendly and informative throughout our trip. His vehicle was roomy and clean and he was kind enough to provide us with some bottled water for the trip. Our quick visit stop in Bratislava was very nice as well. He gave us plenty of time to explore the city and have lunch before meeting him again when it was time to head for Vienna. Daytrip provided us with a happy and trouble free transfer between Budapest and Vienna. Many thanks to your team and especially to your driver Zsombor!”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler pgh1125

pgh1125

Dec 3, 2024

Nov 9, 2024

Great communication with an actual person! They will take you ANYWHERE, No pre-set routes to choose from!

“Last minute plan change and Daytrip was our last resort so I chatted with them and had an immediate response from a real person, best situation ever. Never used Daytrip before but the reviews were incredible so we took the chance and booked a driver at like 11-12pm and by 7am the next morning when we woke, they found us a driver and the driver had already texed us making contact! Very impressed and will definitely use them again. We went from Dubrovnik, Croatia to Tivat, Montenegro.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler James B

James B

Nov 9, 2024

Jul 25, 2018

Trip from Madrid to Salamanca and then to Santiago de Compostela

“Excellent service with high quality cars and drivers that speak English. Prices are reasonable. Nuno and Ivan were our drivers and both were extremely pleasant to talk to. Their knowledge of history and places was very helpful.”

Reviewed by Tripadvisor traveler Marydt2016

Marydt2016

Jul 25, 2018

Vehicle options for this trip

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Sedan

Comparable to aVolkswagen Passat

Passengers and luggage

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Air conditioned
Handicapped accessible
Child seats
Pet friendly
Smoke-free

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The Daytrip driver advantage

Local knowledge about the route from Madrid to Salamanca
Including available sights:
English speaking*
All Daytrip drivers speak English* as well as their native language (and sometimes additional languages too!). They'll be happy to discuss local history and culture with you, as well as answer any questions you may have. And because they speak the language, they're able to provide you with a unique opportunity to connect with local culture. *Drivers for Lite service aren't required to speak English but must meet all other standards.
Safety first!
We screen all our drivers for criminal and traffic records, and personally interview each one. We also inspect their cars for safety, comfort, and reliability. All cars must be less than ten years old, in excellent operating condition, and insured as required by local law. And because our drivers are locals, they're familiar with the rules and customs of the road.

World-class customer support

Available 24/7
Close relationship with drivers
Experts on the route from Madrid to Salamanca

US +1 628 288 2020 UK +44 74 6040 2615 daytrip@daytrip.com

Flexible cancellation policy

Cancellations: 100% refund up to 24 hours before the trip!
Changes: Free up to 24 hours before the trip!

Good to know

Children

If you’re traveling with children, make sure to let us know in the booking so we can get the appropriate child seats ready!

Pets

Pets are allowed (and loved)! We just need to know beforehand. You can tell us about them in the next phase of the booking.

Tips

Gratuity isn’t included or required, but if you really enjoyed your trip, you can show your driver your appreciation with an optional tip (10% is sufficient).

Luggage

Big luggage
29x21x11 inches
74x53x28 cm

Small luggage
22x14x9 inches
56x36x23 cm

Each passenger is allowed to have one checked bag and one carry on. If you’re traveling with more bags or oversized luggage, you can adjust this while booking.

Payment methods

Pay by credit card online, or in cash directly to your driver!

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions, here are the answers.

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