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The cheapest and fastest trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid
Showing times and prices for Aug 04
Cheapest price
€3
Average price
€4
Fastest journey
39 m
Average duration
39 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
30 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €3.
Fast trains
Of the 8 trains that leave Alcalá de Henares for Madrid on Tue, Aug 04, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 39 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.
2:50 PM0h39Alcalá de Henares3:29 PMMadrid€31One-way0 transfers- 10:00 PM0h39Alcalá de Henares10:39 PMMadrid€31One-way0 transfers
- 10:06 PM0h39Alcalá de Henares10:45 PMMadrid€31One-way0 transfers
- 4:38 PM1h00Alcalá de Henares5:38 PMMadrid€31One-way0 transfers
- 5:38 PM1h00Alcalá de Henares6:38 PMMadrid€41One-way0 transfers
- 5:06 PM0h39Alcalá de Henares5:45 PMMadrid€41One-way0 transfers
- 10:06 PM0h39Alcalá de Henares10:45 PMMadrid€31One-way0 transfers
- 2:50 PM0h39Alcalá de Henares3:29 PMMadrid€31One-way0 transfers
- 6:29 AM0h39Alcalá de Henares7:08 AMMadrid€41One-way0 transfers
- 10:00 PM0h39Alcalá de Henares10:39 PMMadrid€31One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Alcalá de Henares to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 18 miles (30 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€4 Average price | €3 Average price Cheapest | €5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration Fastest 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid is a bus with an average price of €3.
This is compared to other travel options from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid:
A bus is €0.59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid costing on average €4.
The fastest way to travel from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid is by bus with an average journey time of 25m.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 46m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Alcalá de Henares and Madrid including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around €4 compared to roughly €5 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €2. The journey takes 46m versus 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Cercanías, Renfe Viajeros, Renfe.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Alcalá de Henares to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Alcalá de Henares to Madrid trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C7:79207 · C2:79503 | 5:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h40 | 6:16 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79207 · C10:79702 | 5:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h25 | 7:01 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79207 | 5:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 6:15 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79503 · C7:79103 | 5:42 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h25 | 7:07 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79503 | 5:42 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 6:30 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79503 | 5:42 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 6:16 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79209 · C10:79702 | 5:48 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h13 | 7:01 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79209 | 5:48 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 6:27 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79209 · C2:79507 | 5:48 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h49 | 6:37 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79211 · C2:79511 | 6:00 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h04 | 7:04 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79211 · C10:79702 | 6:00 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h01 | 7:01 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79211 | 6:00 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 6:39 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79507 · C7:79105 | 6:03 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h34 | 7:37 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79507 | 6:03 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 6:37 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79507 | 6:03 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 6:51 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79215 · C2:79511 | 6:12 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h52 | 7:04 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79215 | 6:12 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 6:51 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79219 · C2:79511 | 6:24 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h40 | 7:04 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79219 | 6:24 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 7:03 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79511 | 6:30 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 7:04 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79511 | 6:30 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 7:18 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79511 · C7:79107 | 6:30 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h37 | 8:07 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79221 · C2:79513 | 6:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h54 | 7:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79221 | 6:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 7:15 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79223 · C2:79513 | 6:48 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h42 | 7:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79223 | 6:48 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 7:27 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79513 · C7:79109 | 6:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h41 | 8:37 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79513 | 6:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 7:44 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79513 | 6:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 7:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79227 · C2:79515 | 7:04 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 7:52 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79227 | 7:04 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 7:43 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79229 | 7:12 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 7:51 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79229 · C2:79515 | 7:12 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h40 | 7:52 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79515 | 7:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 7:52 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79515 | 7:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 8:06 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79515 · C7:79111 | 7:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h49 | 9:07 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79233 · C2:79519 | 7:24 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h52 | 8:16 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79233 | 7:24 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 8:03 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79237 · C2:79519 | 7:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h40 | 8:16 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79237 | 7:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 8:15 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79519 | 7:42 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 8:30 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79519 | 7:42 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 8:16 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79519 · C7:79111 | 7:42 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h25 | 9:07 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79239 | 7:48 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 8:27 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79239 · C2:79523 | 7:48 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h50 | 8:38 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79241 | 8:00 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 8:39 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79241 · C2:79525 | 8:00 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h03 | 9:03 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79523 · C7:79113 | 8:04 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h33 | 9:37 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79523 | 8:04 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 8:52 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79523 | 8:04 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 8:38 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79245 · C2:79525 | 8:12 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h51 | 9:03 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79245 | 8:12 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 8:51 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79249 · C2:79525 | 8:24 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 9:03 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79249 | 8:24 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 9:03 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79525 · C7:79251 | 8:29 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h46 | 9:15 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79525 | 8:29 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 9:03 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79525 · C7:79115 | 8:29 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h38 | 10:07 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79251 · C2:79527 | 8:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h54 | 9:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79251 | 8:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 9:15 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79253 · C2:79527 | 8:48 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h42 | 9:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79253 | 8:48 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 9:27 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79527 | 8:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 9:44 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79527 | 8:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 9:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79527 · C7:79117 | 8:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h41 | 10:37 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79255 · C2:79529 | 9:02 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h50 | 9:52 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79255 | 9:02 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 9:41 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79259 | 9:12 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 9:51 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79259 · C2:79529 | 9:12 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h40 | 9:52 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79529 | 9:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 10:06 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79529 | 9:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 9:52 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79529 · C7:79119 | 9:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h49 | 11:07 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79263 · C2:79533 | 9:28 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h02 | 10:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79263 | 9:28 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 10:07 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79267 | 9:44 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 10:23 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79267 · C2:79533 | 9:44 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h46 | 10:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79533 | 9:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 10:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79533 | 9:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 10:44 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79533 · C7:79121 | 9:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h41 | 11:37 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79269 · C2:79535 | 10:02 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h58 | 11:00 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79269 | 10:02 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 10:41 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79271 | 10:16 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 10:55 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79271 · C2:79535 | 10:16 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h44 | 11:00 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79535 | 10:26 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 11:14 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79535 | 10:26 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 11:00 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79535 · C7:79123 | 10:26 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h41 | 12:07 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79273 | 10:32 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 11:11 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79273 · C2:79537 | 10:32 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h58 | 11:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79275 | 10:48 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 11:27 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79275 · C2:79537 | 10:48 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h42 | 11:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79537 | 10:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 11:44 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79537 · C7:79125 | 10:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h42 | 12:38 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79537 | 10:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 11:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79277 | 11:04 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 11:43 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79277 · C2:79539 | 11:04 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h58 | 12:02 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79279 · C2:79539 | 11:20 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h42 | 12:02 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79279 | 11:20 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 11:59 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79539 | 11:28 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 12:02 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79539 · C7:79127 | 11:28 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h40 | 1:08 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79539 | 11:28 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 12:16 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79281 · C2:79541 | 11:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h57 | 12:33 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79281 | 11:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 12:15 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79283 · C2:79541 | 11:52 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h41 | 12:33 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79283 | 11:52 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 12:31 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79541 | 11:59 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 12:33 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79541 | 11:59 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 12:47 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79541 · C7:79129 | 11:59 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h39 | 1:38 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79285 · C2:79543 | 12:08 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h58 | 1:06 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79285 | 12:08 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 12:47 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79287 | 12:24 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 1:03 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79287 · C2:79543 | 12:24 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h42 | 1:06 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79543 | 12:32 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 1:06 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79543 | 12:32 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 1:20 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79543 · C7:79131 | 12:32 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h35 | 2:07 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79289 | 12:40 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 1:19 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79289 · C2:79545 | 12:40 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h58 | 1:38 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79291 | 12:56 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 1:35 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79291 · C2:79545 | 12:56 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h42 | 1:38 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79545 | 1:04 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 1:52 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79545 | 1:04 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 1:38 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79545 · C7:79133 | 1:04 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h34 | 2:38 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79293 | 1:12 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 1:51 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79293 · C2:79547 | 1:12 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h08 | 2:20 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79295 · C2:79547 | 1:26 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h54 | 2:20 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79295 | 1:26 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 2:05 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79297 | 1:40 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 2:19 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79297 · C2:79547 | 1:40 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h40 | 2:20 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79547 · C7:79135 | 1:46 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h22 | 3:08 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79547 | 1:46 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 2:34 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79547 | 1:46 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 2:20 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79299 | 1:54 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 2:33 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79299 · C2:79549 | 1:54 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h55 | 2:49 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79301 · C2:79549 | 2:08 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h41 | 2:49 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79301 | 2:08 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 2:47 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79549 · C7:79137 | 2:15 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h22 | 3:37 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79549 | 2:15 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 3:03 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79549 | 2:15 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 2:49 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79303 | 2:22 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 3:01 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79303 · C2:79551 | 2:22 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h55 | 3:17 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79305 | 2:36 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 3:15 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79305 · C2:79551 | 2:36 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h41 | 3:17 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79551 · C7:79139 | 2:43 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h24 | 4:07 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79551 · C7:79307 | 2:43 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h46 | 3:29 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79551 | 2:43 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 3:17 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79307 | 2:50 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 3:29 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79307 · C2:79553 | 2:50 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h55 | 3:45 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79309 | 3:04 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 3:43 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79309 · C2:79553 | 3:04 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h41 | 3:45 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79553 · C7:79141 | 3:11 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h26 | 4:37 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79553 | 3:11 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 3:45 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79553 | 3:11 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 3:59 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79311 | 3:18 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 3:57 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79311 · C2:79555 | 3:18 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h58 | 4:16 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79313 · C2:79555 | 3:32 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h44 | 4:16 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79313 | 3:32 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 4:11 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79555 | 3:42 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 4:16 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79555 | 3:42 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 4:30 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79555 · C7:79143 | 3:42 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h26 | 5:08 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79315 | 3:48 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 4:27 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79315 · C2:79557 | 3:48 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h58 | 4:46 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79317 · C2:79557 | 4:04 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h42 | 4:46 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79317 | 4:04 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 4:43 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79557 | 4:12 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 5:00 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79557 · C7:79145 | 4:12 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h25 | 5:37 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79557 | 4:12 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 4:46 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79319 | 4:20 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 4:59 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79319 · C2:79559 | 4:20 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h58 | 5:18 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79321 · C2:79559 | 4:36 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h42 | 5:18 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79321 | 4:36 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 5:15 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79559 · C7:79147 | 4:44 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h25 | 6:09 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79559 | 4:44 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 5:32 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79559 | 4:44 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 5:18 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79323 · C2:79561 | 4:52 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h58 | 5:50 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79323 | 4:52 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 5:31 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79325 | 5:08 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 5:47 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79325 · C2:79561 | 5:08 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h42 | 5:50 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79561 | 5:16 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 5:50 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79561 | 5:16 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 6:04 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79561 · C7:79149 | 5:16 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h21 | 6:37 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79327 · C2:79563 | 5:24 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h58 | 6:22 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79327 | 5:24 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 6:03 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79329 · C2:79563 | 5:40 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h42 | 6:22 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79329 | 5:40 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 6:19 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79563 | 5:48 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 6:36 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79563 · C7:79153 | 5:48 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h49 | 7:37 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79563 | 5:48 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 6:22 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79331 | 5:56 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 6:35 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79331 · C2:79565 | 5:56 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h57 | 6:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79333 | 6:12 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 6:51 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79333 · C2:79565 | 6:12 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h41 | 6:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79565 | 6:19 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 7:07 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79565 | 6:19 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 6:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79565 · C7:79155 | 6:19 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h48 | 8:07 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79335 · C2:79567 | 6:28 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h55 | 7:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79335 | 6:28 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 7:07 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79337 | 6:44 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 7:23 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79337 · C2:79567 | 6:44 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 7:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79567 | 6:49 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 7:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79567 | 6:49 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 7:37 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79567 · C7:79157 | 6:49 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h48 | 8:37 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79339 | 7:00 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 7:39 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79339 · C2:79569 | 7:00 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h00 | 8:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79341 · C2:79569 | 7:16 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h44 | 8:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79341 | 7:16 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 7:55 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79569 | 7:26 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 8:14 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79569 · C7:79159 | 7:26 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h41 | 9:07 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79569 | 7:26 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 8:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79343 · C2:79571 | 7:32 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h58 | 8:30 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79343 | 7:32 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 8:11 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79345 · C2:79571 | 7:48 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h42 | 8:30 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79345 | 7:48 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 8:27 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79571 · C7:79161 | 7:56 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h41 | 9:37 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79571 | 7:56 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 8:30 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79571 | 7:56 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 8:44 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79347 | 8:04 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 8:43 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79347 · C2:79573 | 8:04 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h58 | 9:02 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79349 · C2:79573 | 8:20 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h42 | 9:02 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79349 | 8:20 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 8:59 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79573 | 8:28 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 9:16 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79573 · C7:79163 | 8:28 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h39 | 10:07 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79573 | 8:28 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 9:02 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79351 · C2:79575 | 8:36 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h58 | 9:34 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79351 | 8:36 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 9:15 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79353 | 8:52 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 9:31 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79353 · C2:79575 | 8:52 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h42 | 9:34 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79575 · C7:79165 | 9:00 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h37 | 10:37 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79575 | 9:00 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 9:48 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79575 | 9:00 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 9:34 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79355 · C2:79577 | 9:08 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h58 | 10:06 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79355 | 9:08 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 9:47 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79357 | 9:24 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 10:03 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79357 · C2:79577 | 9:24 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h42 | 10:06 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79577 | 9:32 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 10:06 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79577 | 9:32 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 10:20 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79577 · C7:79167 | 9:32 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h32 | 11:04 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79359 | 9:40 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 10:19 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79359 · C2:79579 | 9:40 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h56 | 10:36 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79361 · C2:79579 | 9:56 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h40 | 10:36 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79361 | 9:56 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 10:35 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79579 | 10:02 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 10:36 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79579 · C7:79169 | 10:02 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h35 | 11:37 PM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79579 | 10:02 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 10:50 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79363 · C2:79581 | 10:12 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h56 | 11:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79363 | 10:12 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 10:51 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79365 | 10:30 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 11:09 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79365 · C2:79583 | 10:30 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h03 | 11:33 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79581 | 10:34 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 11:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79581 | 10:34 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 11:22 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79581 · C7:79171 | 10:34 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h38 | 12:12 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79367 | 10:44 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h53 | 11:37 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79367 | 10:44 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 11:23 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79583 | 10:59 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h48 | 11:47 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79583 | 10:59 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 11:33 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79369 | 11:04 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 11:43 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79369 | 11:04 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h53 | 11:57 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79371 | 11:20 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 11:59 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79371 · C2:79585 | 11:20 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h47 | 12:07 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79585 · C7:79373 | 11:33 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h46 | 12:19 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 1 transfer | |
| C2:79585 | 11:33 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 12:07 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C2:79585 · C7:79103 | 11:33 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 7h34 | 7:07 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79373 | 11:40 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 12:19 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C7:79373 · C4a:20203 | 11:40 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 5h28 | 5:08 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
| C7:79373 · C10:79702 | 11:40 PM Alcalá de Henares station | 7h21 | 7:01 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid
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Trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid run on average 267 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.
There are 191 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 18 miles (30 km) distance in 39m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €3
Distance 18 miles (30 km) |
Average train duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 267 |
Direct trains 191 |
Fastest train 39m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 5 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €3
Train companies: Cercanías, Renfe Viajeros, Renfe from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid trainsCercanías, Renfe Viajeros, Renfe trains will get you between Alcalá de Henares and Madrid from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Renfe
About
Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
34m
Cheapest Price
€3
Renfe frequency
47 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and up to three suitcases free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (cafeteria) available on most long-distance trains serving hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. First class passengers receive at-seat service
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation. Included in some ticket types, additional fee for others. Recommended during peak travel times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Cercanías
About
Cercanías is the commuter rail service operated by Renfe, Spain's national railway company, connecting metropolitan areas across the country. Established in 1989, it aims to provide frequent and high-capacity transportation for daily commuters and travelers. Cercanías operates in 12 urban areas, including Madrid, Barcelona (where it's known as Rodalies), Valencia (Rodalia), and Bilbao (Aldiriak). The service integrates with other public transport systems like metro networks, simplifying urban and suburban travel. Ticket options include single, return, and 10-journey "Bonotren" tickets, with prices varying by zone. A notable feature is the "Combinado Cercanías," offering free transfers on Cercanías trains when purchasing long-distance or high-speed AVE tickets. Cercanías trains typically run from early morning until around midnight.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
39m
Cheapest Price
€3
Cercanías frequency
267 a day
Luggage included
You can carry up to 3 pieces of hand luggage onto the train, provided that the sum of the three does not exceed 25 kg or 290 cm.
Cancellation Policy
Single tickets can only be cancelled at station ticket offices within 2 hours of purchase, provided they haven't been used.
Refund
If a train is cancelled due to a strike, Renfe will allow passengers to travel on another train or cancel/change their ticket free of charge.
Amenities on board the train
USB plugs
Accessibility
The new trains will provide increased access for passengers with reduced mobility, as well as to visually or hearing impaired travelers.
Pets
Pets are allowed (dogs, cats and birds) with no weight limit and provided they are on a lead and with a muzzle.
Renfe Viajeros
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
23m
Cheapest Price
€5
Renfe Viajeros frequency
3 a day
Complete guide to Madrid
Things to do in Madrid
Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.
- Must visit
Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía
Leading modern art museum best known for Picasso’s Guernica, plus major works by Dalí and Miró.
- Must visit
Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza
Celebrated collection of European masters from Van Eyck to Hopper in a refined palace setting.
- Must visit
El Retiro Park
Madrid’s most famous park offers gardens, a boating lake, monuments, and relaxed walks in the city center.
- Must visit
Gran Vía
Lively grand avenue known for architecture, shopping, theaters, and nonstop energy from day to night.
- Must visit
Paseo del Prado
Elegant boulevard linking major museums and landmarks, ideal for a classic central Madrid walk.
Cocido Madrileño
A hearty chickpea stew with meats, vegetables, and broth, especially traditional in Madrid and often served in stages.
Bocadillo de Calamares
Crisp fried squid rings served in a baguette roll. This iconic Madrid street food is especially linked to bars around Plaza Mayor.
- Gluten-free
Callos a la Madrileña
Tripe stew with chorizo and morcilla in a rich sauce. A classic old Madrid tavern dish with deep local roots.
DSTAgE
Refined two-Michelin-star dining focused on seasonal Spanish produce, with elegant modern cooking in a polished fine-dining room.
Malacatín
Traditional Madrid restaurant known for cocido madrileño served in stages, with an old-school dining room and loyal local following.
Sobrino de Botín
Historic century-old tavern famed for roast suckling pig and Castilian dishes in a classic, wood-lined setting near Plaza Mayor.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels vary, dining is reasonable, and public transport is good value for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple menú.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.80-3.50 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest: round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
Tarjeta Transporte
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.50
- Day pass
- €8.40
To the city center
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
- Distance
- 2 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Madrid buses allow contactless bank card payment onboard, but Metro tickets are usually bought from station machines with card or cash.
- A 10-trip ticket can cost less per ride than single tickets if you plan several Metro or bus journeys.
FAQs: Trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Train ticket prices from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €3, while the average price is around €4.
The train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid takes 39m and runs 267 per day.
The distance by train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid is 18 miles (30 km).
The first train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid leaves at 12:01 AM.
The last train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid leaves at 11:58 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid.
Yes, there is a direct train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid. This service operates 191 times per day, provided by Cercanías, Renfe Viajeros, Renfe.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid.
The train station in Alcalá de Henares that goes to Madrid is Alcalá de Henares station, which connects to Atocha-Cercanías.
The cheapest way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid is by bus, with a cost of around €3.
The train journey from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid offers views of the Spanish countryside, featuring a mix of urban and rural landscapes, including historic sites and natural scenery, but it is not typically considered one of the more scenic routes in Spain.
Yes, a day trip from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid is feasible. The journey takes 39m and covers a distance of 18 miles (30 km). There are 252 train trips available per day, making it convenient for a day trip.
In Madrid, you can explore Puerta del Sol, a bustling public square known for its iconic clock and vibrant atmosphere, and savor gourmet foods at Mercado de San Miguel. Discover the vibrant nightlife in the Malasaña district, enjoy a traditional flamenco show, or visit the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home to Real Madrid. For cultural sights, visit the Prado Museum, the Royal Palace of Madrid, and Retiro Park. Don't miss Plaza Mayor and the lively Gran Vía for shopping and theaters.
For a well-rounded experience in Madrid, plan to spend at least 3 to 4 days. This allows time to explore major attractions like the Prado Museum, Royal Palace, Retiro Park, and enjoy the local cuisine and vibrant neighborhoods.
Yes, you can take the train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid.
Since both Alcalá de Henares and Madrid are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Madrid include Toledo, Segovia, Valladolid, Ávila, Cuenca.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Yes, rail passes such as the Eurail Spain Pass and Interrail Spain Pass are valid on most trains within Spain, including RENFE regional, AVE high-speed, and other long-distance services. Some restrictions may apply for certain premium trains, so it is advisable to check specific train eligibility and reservation requirements in advance.
Spain uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards, but cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas, while cash may be preferred for small purchases, markets, and rural locations.
In Madrid, the main safety concerns for travelers include pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like Puerta del Sol, Gran Vía, and on public transportation. Common scams involve distraction techniques, such as someone asking for signatures on petitions or offering friendship bracelets, to steal valuables. Travelers should also be cautious of unlicensed taxi drivers and always use official transport services. Staying vigilant in busy tourist spots and keeping belongings secure helps minimize risks.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid
Most Alcalá de Henares to Madrid trains use the Alcalá De Henares to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Use this guide to compare Alcalá de Henares and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Alcalá de Henares
Arrival train stations in Madrid
Which Alcalá de Henares station do trains to Madrid leave from?
Trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid leave from Alcalá De Henares. The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Alcalá de Henares city centre at C. de Pedro Laínez, 28807 Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain.
Alcalá De HenaresC. de Pedro Laínez, 28807 Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain
Alcalá De Henares train station facilities and services
Alcalá De Henares has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Alcalá De Henares.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Alcalá De Henares.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alcalá De Henares: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Alcalá De Henares: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alcalá De Henares.
La Garena28806 Alcala de Henares, Madrid, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to La Garena from Alcalá de Henares city centre
La Garena is 2 km from Alcalá de Henares city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe · 2m · €1
La Garena train station facilities and services
La Garena has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at La Garena.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at La Garena.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at La Garena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at La Garena.
Alcala Henares Universidad28805 Alcala de Henares, Madrid, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Alcala Henares Universidad from Alcalá de Henares city centre
Alcala Henares Universidad is 3 km from Alcalá de Henares city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe · 2m · €1
BusFs2 · 0m · €1
Alcala Henares Universidad train station facilities and services
Alcala Henares Universidad has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Alcala Henares Universidad.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Alcala Henares Universidad.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Alcala Henares Universidad: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Alcala Henares Universidad: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Alcala Henares Universidad.
Madrid Chamartín28036 Madrid, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Madrid Chamartín from Madrid city centre
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainC3, C4, C4a, C4b · 11m · €1 · every ~15 min
Ic, Alv, 17041, Re, 18031, 18033, 18035, 18037, 18041, 18043, 18049, 18171, 37091, 37093, 37095, 37097, 37099 · 13m · €1 · every ~2 min
BusN24 · 24m · €3 · every ~11 min
Subway1 · 19m · €2 · every ~24 min
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.
Madrid Príncipe PíoPaseo de la Florida, s/n, 28008 Madrid, Spain+34 902 320 320
City-centre transport
Getting to Madrid Príncipe Pío from Madrid city centre
Madrid Príncipe Pío is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
BusN18, N19, N20 · 6m · €1 · every ~34 min
N18, N20, N19 · 7m · €1 · every ~34 min
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.
Embajadores
City-centre transport
Getting to Embajadores from Madrid city centre
TrainC3, C4, C4a, C4b · 12m · €1 · every ~15 min
Bus27, C03, N12, N15, N17 · 12m · €1 · every ~93 min
Subway5 · 11m · €2 · every ~22 min
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