If you're traveling north from Madrid, my favourite place to eat is the city of Logroño in the La Rioja wine region. 

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Best Way to Get from Madrid to Logroño

The bus is easily the best way to get from Madrid to Logroño. It only takes slightly longer than the train, requires no transfer and is much cheaper.


Where to Next?

Logroño is on the way to the Basque Country. Experience San Sebastian's world-renowned gastronomy or visit the Guggenheim in Bilbao.

See also: How to Spend 3 Days in San Sebastian

Madrid to Logroño by Bus

There are buses throughout the day from Madrid to Logroño. The journey takes four hours and can be nearly 60% cheaper than taking the bus (around 23 euros, usually). The bus arrives and departs from Avenida de America station in Madrid. Read more about Madrid Bus and Train Stations. Book buses in Spain from Movelia.es

Madrid to Logroño by Train

There are no direct trains from Madrid to Logroño, but you can make the journey - with one change - in under three-and-a-half hours. The quickest journey costs around 60 euros. Trains depart from Atocha train station. Book train tickets from Rail Europe.

Madrid to Logroño by Car

It takes a little under four hours to drive from Madrid to Logroño. However, I would take a slight detour and go via Burgos to see the cathedral, perhaps stopping in the other famous wine region, Ribera del Duero (if you have a designated driver, that is).