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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
CHF17
Average price
CHF19
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
122 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alcazar de San Juan to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alcazar de San Juan to Madrid will cost around CHF19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF17.
Of the 6 trains that leave Alcazar de San Juan for Madrid on Sun, Aug 09, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 09 the direct trains cover the 122 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
On Sun, Aug 09 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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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00279Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alcazar de San Juan to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from CHF7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF7, and a bus costs an average of CHF16.
Distance: 75 miles (122 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
CHF12 Average price Cheapest | CHF16 Average price | CHF28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Alcazar de San Juan to Madrid:
A train is CHF4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Alcazar de San Juan to Madrid costing on average CHF16.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 11m.
The journey is about 16m faster (1h 29m by train vs 1h 45m by car) and roughly CHF16 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (CHF12 vs CHF28). 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 Renfe MD, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros.
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 Alcazar de San Juan to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Sunday, August 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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18049 | On time 8:33 AM Alcázar De San Juan | 1h35 | 10:08 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
18033 | On time 10:55 AM Alcázar De San Juan | 1h18 | 12:13 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
18171 | 1:59 PM Alcázar De San Juan | 1h28 | 3:27 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
17041 | On time 3:47 PM Alcázar De San Juan | 1h36 | 5:23 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
18043 | 6:48 PM Alcázar De San Juan | 1h38 | 8:26 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
00279 | 9:19 PM Alcázar De San Juan | 1h36 | 10:55 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Alcazar de San Juan to Madrid run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF7 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (122 km) distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 75 miles (122 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF7 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 9:42 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alcazar de San Juan 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 Alcazar de San Juan to Madrid trains use the Alcázar De San Juan to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Use this guide to compare Alcazar de San Juan and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Alcázar De San Juan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante La Viña E, Restaurante El Cruce
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Alcázar De San Juan. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Alcázar De San Juan. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alcázar De San Juan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Alcázar De San Juan: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alcázar De San Juan: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Convento Santa Clara, Hotel Ínsula Barataria, Hotel Château Viñasoro.
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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
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