- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, renowned for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$58
Fastest journey
1 h 32 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
221 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Albacete to Madrid Barajas Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Albacete to Madrid Barajas Airport will cost around $58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 21 trains that leave Albacete for Madrid Barajas Airport on Wed, Jun 10, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct trains cover the 221 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.
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05113Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Albacete to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $23.
Distance: 137 miles (221 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $29 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Albacete to Madrid Barajas Airport:
A train is $10 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Albacete to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $29 (€24).
Other travel options to Madrid Barajas Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 43m.
The journey is about 31m faster (1h 56m by train vs 2h 27m by car) and roughly $34 (€28) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($19 (€16) vs $54 (€43)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Ouigo Spain, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVANT, Renfe MD, Renfe AVLO, iryo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Albacete to Madrid Barajas Airport trains for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
05143 | On time 3:31 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h37 | 5:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04181 | Delayed 2:23 PM 4:23 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h58 | 4:21 PM 4:21 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
18043 | Delayed 5:38 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 2h48 | 6:26 PM 6:26 PMAtocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
05863 | On time 5:41 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h36 | 7:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
05183 | Delayed 4:31 PM 6:31 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h37 | 6:08 PM 6:08 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05193 | On time 7:35 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h33 | 9:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05903 | Delayed 6:55 PM 8:55 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h37 | 10:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06615 | Delayed 7:49 PM 9:49 PMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h38 | 11:27 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05217 | Delayed 10:00 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h38 | 9:38 PM 9:38 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 10 | |||||
08072 | Delayed 5:32 AM Albacete-Los Llanos | 2h02 | 5:34 AM 5:34 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
18041 | On time 6:05 AM Albacete-Los Llanos | 2h46 | 8:51 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
05063 | Delayed 6:46 AM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h37 | 6:23 AM 6:23 AMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05273 | Delayed 6:14 AM 8:14 AMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h38 | 9:52 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06775 | Delayed 6:42 AM 8:42 AMAlbacete-Los Llanos | 1h41 | 10:23 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05083 | 9:31 AM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h37 | 11:08 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05093 | 10:36 AM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h32 | 12:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04143 | 11:24 AM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h59 | 1:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05817 | 12:30 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h38 | 2:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05113 | 1:35 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h33 | 3:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06535 | 1:50 PM Albacete-Los Llanos | 1h33 | 3:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Albacete to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:42, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 137 miles (221 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 137 miles (221 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 6:42 AM |
Last train 9:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Madrid Barajas Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid Barajas Airport trip today.
Spain’s premier art museum, renowned for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections of Dalí and Miró.
A major museum completing Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art, with works spanning medieval painting to modern masters.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walking, boating, and relaxing among monuments, gardens, and broad tree-lined paths.
The city’s best-known avenue, lined with landmark architecture, shops, theaters, and lively urban energy.
Madrid’s symbolic central square, home to major landmarks and a constant flow of locals and visitors.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, famously associated with the city center and a staple snack for locals and visitors.
Madrid’s emblematic chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, traditionally served in courses and especially popular in cooler months.
A rich, slow-cooked tripe stew with chorizo and morcilla, one of the city’s most traditional hearty dishes.
A casual airport dining option focused on Madrid-style sandwiches and familiar Spanish flavors, suitable for a quick local bite before departure.
A well-known coffee stop at the airport for espresso, pastries, and light snacks, convenient for travelers wanting a quick break.
An established Spanish chain known for Iberian ham, tapas, and sandwiches in a modern casual setting, fitting for a light meal at the airport.
Airport prices are higher than central Madrid, but Spain is moderate overall for meals and coffee.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. No tip needed for coffee; round up for taxis.
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