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Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
$4
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$4
Fastest journey on Sep 18
34 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
34 m
Trains on Sep 18
364
Distance
30 km
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 $4.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 364 trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid, including 262 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 34 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 34 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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C2:35987Omio 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 train, with an average ticket price of $4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, while a train costs an average of $4.
Distance: 18 miles (30 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$4 Average price Cheapest | $7 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m 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 |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Tickets start at around $4 compared to roughly $7 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $3. The journey takes 59m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Alcalá de Henares to Madrid trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:50 PM Alcalá de Henares | 0h39 | 2:29 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:50 PM Alcalá de Henares | 0h39 | 3:29 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:38 PM Alcalá de Henares | 1h00 | 5:38 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:38 PM Alcalá de Henares | 1h00 | 6:38 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:36 PM Alcalá de Henares | 0h39 | 9:15 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:36 PM Alcalá de Henares | 0h39 | 10:15 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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C2:21576 · C7:21817 | 12:02 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 9h07 | 9:09 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C2:21644 · C7:21817 | 12:31 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 8h38 | 9:09 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C2:21703 | 5:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h53 | 5:59 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21703 · C7:21809 | 5:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 2h34 | 7:40 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C2:21703 | 5:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 5:45 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21601 | 5:20 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h53 | 6:13 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21601 · C7:21809 | 5:20 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 2h20 | 7:40 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C2:21601 | 5:20 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 5:59 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:35973 | 5:28 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 6:02 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:35973 · C7:21809 | 5:28 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 2h12 | 7:40 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C2:35973 · C7:21809 | 5:28 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h13 | 6:41 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 1 transfer | |
C2:21501 | 5:39 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h53 | 6:32 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21501 | 5:39 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 6:18 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21501 · C7:21809 | 5:39 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 2h01 | 7:40 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C2:21603 | 5:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 6:28 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21603 | 5:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h53 | 6:42 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21603 · C7:21809 | 5:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h51 | 7:40 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C2:21500 · C7:21817 | 5:54 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 3h15 | 9:09 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C2:21503 | 5:58 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 6:37 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21503 | 5:58 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h54 | 6:52 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21503 · C7:21811 | 5:58 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 2h10 | 8:08 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C7:21809 | 6:02 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h54 | 6:56 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
C7:21809 | 6:02 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h38 | 7:40 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 0 transfersDirect | |
C7:21809 | 6:02 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 6:41 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21605 | 6:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h54 | 7:12 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21605 | 6:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 6:57 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21605 · C7:21811 | 6:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h50 | 8:08 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C2:21504 · C7:21817 | 6:22 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 2h47 | 9:09 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C2:21504 · C7:21817 | 6:22 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 2h03 | 8:25 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
C2:35975 | 6:26 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 7:00 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:35975 · C7:21811 | 6:26 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h43 | 7:09 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 1 transfer | |
C2:35975 · C7:21811 | 6:26 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h42 | 8:08 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C7:21811 | 6:30 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 7:09 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
C7:21811 | 6:30 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h54 | 7:24 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
C7:21811 | 6:30 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h38 | 8:08 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21506 · C7:21817 | 6:34 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 2h35 | 9:09 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C2:21505 | 6:35 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 7:14 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21505 · C7:21813 | 6:35 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h58 | 8:33 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C2:21505 | 6:35 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h54 | 7:29 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21509 | 6:48 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h54 | 7:42 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21509 | 6:48 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 7:27 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:21509 · C7:21813 | 6:48 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h45 | 8:33 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C2:21508 · C7:21817 | 6:50 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 2h19 | 9:09 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C7:21813 | 6:55 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h54 | 7:49 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
C7:21813 | 6:55 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h38 | 8:33 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 0 transfersDirect | |
C7:21813 | 6:55 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h39 | 7:34 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
C2:35981 · C7:21815 | 6:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h55 | 7:51 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 1 transfer | |
C2:35981 · C7:21815 | 6:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 1h54 | 8:50 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1 transfer | |
C2:35981 | 6:56 AM Alcalá de Henares station | 0h34 | 7:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid run on average 271 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 if you book in advance.
There are 190 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.
Distance 18 miles (30 km) |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 |
Trains per day 271 |
Direct trains 190 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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.

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.
Alcalá De Henares has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Alcalá De Henares.
ATMs are available at Alcalá De Henares.
Available at Alcalá De Henares: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Alcalá De Henares: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alcalá De Henares.
La Garena is 2 km from Alcalá de Henares city centre. Public transport options include:
La Garena has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at La Garena.
ATMs are available at La Garena.
Available at La Garena: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Garena.
Alcala Henares Universidad is 3 km from Alcalá de Henares city centre. Public transport options include:
Alcala Henares Universidad has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Alcala Henares Universidad.
ATMs are available at Alcala Henares Universidad.
Available at Alcala Henares Universidad: WC.
Available at Alcala Henares Universidad: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alcala Henares Universidad.
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Madrid Príncipe Pío is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Casa Mingo, Café de Oriente, Noodles King
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Príncipe Pío, Acta Madfor Hotel, Hotel Exe Moncloa.
Embajadores is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Embajadores has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria and fast-food options available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Embajadores.
Available at Embajadores: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Embajadores: Station equipped with elevators and ramps.
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