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




Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$42
Fastest journey
3h 17m
Average duration
3h 25m
Trains per day
4
Distance
252 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cáceres to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $60.
Distance: 155 miles (250 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$35 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price | $101 Average price | $60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cáceres to Madrid:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cáceres to Madrid costing on average $47 (€38).
A train is $66 (€54) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cáceres to Madrid costing on average $101 (€83).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 28m.
Bus takes on average 5h 1m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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 Renfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe MD, Renfe Viajeros.
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 Cáceres to Madrid trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17907 | Delayed 4:12 PM Cáceres station | 3h32 | 5:44 PM 5:44 PMAtocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
35807 | On time 4:12 PM Cáceres station | 3h32 | 7:44 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
37095 | 7:00 PM Cáceres station | 3h17 | 10:17 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
00295 | On time 7:00 PM Cáceres station | 3h17 | 10:17 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
17021 | Delayed 6:25 AM Cáceres station | 3h50 | 8:15 AM 8:15 AMAtocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
37091 | 7:25 AM Cáceres station | 3h21 | 10:46 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
00291 | 7:25 AM Cáceres station | 3h21 | 10:46 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
00293 | 8:35 AM Cáceres station | 3h19 | 11:54 AM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
17026 | 2:00 PM Cáceres station | 3h33 | 5:33 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Cáceres to Madrid run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 19:08. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (250 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 155 miles (250 km) |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 6:09 AM |
Last train 7:08 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cáceres 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 Cáceres to Madrid trains use the Cáceres to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. Use this guide to compare Cáceres and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cáceres is 2 km from Cáceres city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Cáceres has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Cáceres.
ATMs are available at Cáceres.
Ticket office support is available at Cáceres.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cáceres: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Cáceres: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cáceres.
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.
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.
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