Alcalá de Henares to Madrid train with Cercanías

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
DKK 28
Average ticket price on Nov 02
DKK 28
Fastest journey on Nov 02
39 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
39 m
Trains on Nov 02
212
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 DKK 28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only DKK 28.

Fast trains

On Mon, Nov 02, we found 212 trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid, including 177 direct services.

On Mon, Nov 02 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 Mon, Nov 02 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.

  • CercaníasC7:75839
    0 transfers
  • CercaníasC2:75619
    0 transfers
  • CercaníasC7:75875
    0 transfers
  • CercaníasC2:75513 · C7:75839
    1 transfer
  • CercaníasC2:75517
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid

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Trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid run on average 273 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at DKK 28 if you book in advance.

There are 194 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 34m.

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.
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Journey facts

  • Distance18 miles (30 km)
  • Average train duration1h 0m
  • Cheapest ticket priceDKK 28
  • Trains per day273
  • Direct trains194
  • Fastest train34m
  • First train12:01 AM
  • Last train11:58 PM
  • Cheapest MonthJun
  • Cheapest DayFri
  • High SeasonApr - Jun
  • Low SeasonJan - Mar
  • Busiest DayMon
  • Least Busy DayTue
  • Best time to book14 days

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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.
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Frequently asked questions about your Alcalá de Henares to Madrid trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid.

Train ticket prices from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at DKK 28, while the average price is around DKK 28.
The train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid takes 34m and runs 273 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.
Yes, there is a direct train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid. This service operates 194 times per day, provided by Cercanías.

Live departures

Alcalá de Henares to Madrid train times

The table below shows live departures for Alcalá de Henares to Madrid trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Cercanías1:50 PM Alcalá de Henares
0h39
2:29 PM Madrid0 transfersDirect
Cercanías2:50 PM Alcalá de Henares
0h39
3:29 PM Madrid0 transfersDirect
Cercanías9:00 PM Alcalá de Henares
0h39
9:39 PM Madrid0 transfersDirect
Monday, November 2
CercaníasC2:756015:53 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
6:46 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75601 · C7:758115:53 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h49
7:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC2:756015:53 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
6:32 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758116:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
6:59 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758116:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h36
7:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758116:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
6:45 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:756036:19 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
6:58 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:756036:19 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
7:12 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75603 · C7:758136:19 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h53
8:12 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC7:758136:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h36
8:12 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758136:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
7:29 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758136:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
7:15 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:755016:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
7:28 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75501 · C7:758156:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h53
8:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC2:755016:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
7:42 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758157:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
7:59 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758157:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h36
8:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758157:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
7:45 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75605 · C7:758177:17 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h56
9:13 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC2:756057:17 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
7:56 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:756057:17 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
8:10 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:755037:31 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
8:10 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75503 · C7:758177:31 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h42
9:13 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC2:755037:31 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
8:24 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758177:37 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
8:16 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758177:37 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
8:30 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758177:37 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h36
9:13 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75607 · C7:758197:50 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h52
9:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC2:756077:50 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
8:43 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:756077:50 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
8:29 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758198:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h36
9:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758198:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
8:45 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758198:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
8:59 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:756098:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
9:11 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75609 · C7:758218:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h54
10:12 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC2:756098:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
8:57 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758218:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
9:29 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758218:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h36
10:12 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758218:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
9:15 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:755058:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
9:42 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:755058:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
9:28 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75505 · C7:758238:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h53
10:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC7:758239:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
9:45 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758239:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
9:59 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758239:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h36
10:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:756119:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
10:11 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:756119:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
9:57 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75611 · C7:758259:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h54
11:12 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer

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Train companies

Train companies from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid

Trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid with Cercanías. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.

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 Cercanías Duration
34m
Cheapest Cercanías Price
DKK 28
Cercanías frequency
273 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.
Bikes
Each person can travel with one bicycle, placed in designated spaces, and if the train is too crowded, you can wait for the next train or get a refund.
Pets
Pets are allowed (dogs, cats and birds) with no weight limit and provided they are on a lead and with a muzzle.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Alcalá de Henares and Madrid

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

There is no high speed train available from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid.
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.

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Things to do in Madrid

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  • Must visit

Museo del Prado

World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.

  • 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.

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.

Plan your visit to Madrid

Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Madrid.

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.
Popular day trips by train from Madrid include Toledo, Segovia, Valladolid, Ávila, Cuenca.
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.

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.

FAQs
Yes, you can take the train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid.

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 Príncipe Pío. 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, SpainParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parking

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, SpainParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
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 · DKK 8

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, SpainDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike Parking
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 · DKK 8
BusFs2 · 0m · DKK 8

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.

Train stations for Alcalá de Henares to Madrid

Check train stations information for Alcalá de Henares and Madrid, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.

The train station in Alcalá de Henares that goes to Madrid is Alcalá De Henares, which connects to Madrid Chamartín.

Most popular train connections from Alcalá de Henares

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