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Valencia to Madrid Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Valencia to Madrid? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from 15,61 €, with the typical price for this route being about 18,00 €. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • To, 19. 6.
    From 30,17 €
  • Pe, 20. 6.
    From 30,17 €
  • La, 21. 6.
    From 19,77 €
  • Su, 22. 6.
    From 19,77 €
  • Ma, 23. 6.
    From 17,69 €
  • Ti, 24. 6.
    From 17,69 €
  • Ke, 25. 6.
    From 15,61 €
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13:31
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
15:37
Madrid-Chamartín
2h 6m, Directrenfe
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13:31
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
15:38
Madrid-Chamartín
2h 7m, Directrenfe
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13:57
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
15:53
Madrid-Chamartín
1h 56m, Directiryo
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14:51
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
16:54
Madrid-Chamartín
2h 3m, DirectOUIGO
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15:09
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
17:18
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 9m, Directrenfe
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15:32
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
17:38
Paris
2h 6m, Directrenfe
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Valencia to Madrid Train Route Details

The Valencia to Madrid train ticket is typically from 15,61 €. The average travel time is 1h 55m, covering a distance of approximately 302 km. There are usually 31 daily trains provided by OUIGO, renfe, iryo. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
06:32
Last train
Last train
21:12
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 55m
Distance
Distance
302 km
Price
Price
From 15,61 €
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Over-60s Fare

With the Tarjeta Dorada, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the rules for changes and refunds.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

With the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25. This card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. Enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Advance booking

By booking in advance, you can benefit from discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes can be reserved up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the lower the price. Trip.com highlights the cheapest prices, simplifying your travel planning.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled passengers can benefit from Renfe's discounts, with savings of up to 40%. For just €6, you can get a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is greater during weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets are subject to the type of ticket and may incur a fee.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy up to a 50% discount. For groups larger than 25 people, you can request a quote for approval. Note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If cancellation is necessary, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, with an applicable fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Valencia to Madrid

Renfe trains, particularly the AVE models, provide four service categories based on fare options. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking enhanced comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders also benefit from the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Valencia to Madrid Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Valencia to Madrid, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Valencia to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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