Salamanca

Salamanca

Golden sandstone university city with stunning Plaza Mayor

210 km from Madrid2 hours 30 minutes
2 hours 30 minutes|210 km
1 hour 30 minutes|High-speed train

Quick Facts

FromMadrid, Spain
Distance210 km
By Car2 hours 30 minutes
Public Transport1 hour 30 minutes
Transport Cost€25-40

About Salamanca

Salamanca is a UNESCO World Heritage city renowned for its stunning sandstone architecture, prestigious university (one of Europe's oldest), and magnificent Plaza Mayor. Known as the "Golden City" for its warm-hued buildings.

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Top Highlights

  • Plaza Mayor
  • University of Salamanca
  • Casa de las Conchas
  • New and Old Cathedrals
  • Convento de San Esteban

Getting There from Madrid

By Car

Drive from Madrid to Salamanca in approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.

Distance: 210 km

By Public Transport

Take the High-speed train from Madrid to Salamanca.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutesCost: €25-40

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