The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Ávila
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- €10
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- €12
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 1 h 26 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 1 h 28 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 17
- Distance
- 88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Ávila is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Ávila will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €10.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 17 trains from Madrid to Ávila, including 17 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
171612:44 PM 2h04 Madrid Chamartín 4:48 PM Ávila station €10 1 One-way 0 changes
171519:40 AM 2h10 Madrid Chamartín 11:50 AM Ávila station €10 1 One-way 0 changes
171139:45 PM 2h05 Madrid Chamartín 11:50 PM Ávila station €10 1 One-way 0 changes
180092:55 PM 1h45 Madrid Príncipe Pío 4:40 PM Ávila station €11 1 One-way 0 changes
180016:40 AM 1h38 Madrid Príncipe Pío 8:18 AM Ávila station €13 1 One-way 0 changes
189119:10 PM 1h26 Madrid Príncipe Pío 10:36 PM Ávila station €13 1 One-way 0 changes
189017:40 AM 1h27 Madrid Príncipe Pío 9:07 AM Ávila station €13 1 One-way 0 changes
1890311:10 AM 1h28 Madrid Príncipe Pío 12:38 PM Ávila station €13 1 One-way 0 changes
189051:40 PM 1h29 Madrid Príncipe Pío 3:09 PM Ávila station €13 1 One-way 0 changes
180619:06 AM 1h31 Madrid Príncipe Pío 10:37 AM Ávila station €13 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Ávila
Trains from Madrid to Ávila run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 88 km |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 5:55 AM |
Last train 9:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Madrid to Ávila train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Ávila trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18903 | On time 11:10 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h28 | 12:38 PM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18063 | 12:25 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h40 | 2:05 PM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18905 | 1:40 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h29 | 3:09 PM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
17161 | 2:44 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h04 | 4:48 PM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18907 | On time 3:25 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h44 | 5:09 PM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18003 | 4:26 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h32 | 5:58 PM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18065 | 5:06 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h40 | 6:46 PM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18913 | 5:53 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h45 | 7:38 PM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18005 | On time 6:23 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h44 | 8:07 PM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18909 | 7:37 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h33 | 9:10 PM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18007 | 8:25 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h41 | 10:06 PM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18911 | 9:10 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h26 | 10:36 PM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
17113 | 9:45 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h05 | 11:50 PM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
18001 | 6:40 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h38 | 8:18 AM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18901 | 7:40 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h27 | 9:07 AM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18061 | 9:06 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h31 | 10:37 AM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
17151 | 9:40 AM Madrid Chamartín | 2h10 | 11:50 AM Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Madrid to Ávila train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Ávila by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ávila, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Ávila
Most Madrid to Ávila trains use the Madrid Príncipe Pío to Avila station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Ávila train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do trains to Ávila leave from?
Getting to Madrid Príncipe Pío from Madrid city centre
Madrid Príncipe Pío is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Príncipe Pío train station facilities and services
Madrid Príncipe Pío has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Casa Mingo, Café de Oriente, Noodles King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Príncipe Pío, Acta Madfor Hotel, Hotel Exe Moncloa.
Getting to Madrid Chamartín from Madrid city centre
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín train station facilities and services
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Getting to Madrid Nuevos Ministerios from Madrid city centre
Madrid Nuevos Ministerios is 3 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Nuevos Ministerios train station facilities and services
Madrid Nuevos Ministerios has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Madrid Nuevos Ministerios.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Madrid Nuevos Ministerios.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid Nuevos Ministerios: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid Nuevos Ministerios: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Nuevos Ministerios.
Which Ávila station do trains from Madrid arrive at?
Getting to Avila from Ávila city centre
Avila is 1 km from Ávila city centre. Public transport options include:
Avila train station facilities and services
Avila has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Avila.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Avila.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Avila. Information desks are available at Avila.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Avila: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Avila.
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