- Must visit
Museu Nacional de Ceràmica i de les Arts Sumptuàries González Martí
Museum inside the ornate Palace of the Marqués de Dos Aguas, showcasing ceramics, decorative arts, and historic interiors.
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
21
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Valencia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Valencia will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 21 trains that leave Madrid Barajas Airport for Valencia on Sat, Jul 11, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct trains cover the 294 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest trains will take 1 h 54 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.
06202
05214
06612
06192
06582
05080
05170
06142
06192
06532Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Valencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $40.
Distance: 182 miles (294 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price | $158 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Barajas Airport to Valencia:
A train is $45 (€37) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Valencia costing on average $72 (€59).
A train is $131 (€108) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid Barajas Airport to Valencia costing on average $158 (€130).
Other travel options to Valencia take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 53m.
Bus takes on average 5h 49m.
The journey is about 1h 26m faster (1h 53m by train vs 3h 19m by car) and roughly $49 (€40) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($27 (€22) vs $76 (€62)). 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 iryo, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe AVLO.
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 Madrid Barajas Airport to Valencia trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
05064 | Delayed 6:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 2h04 | 6:34 AM 6:34 AMValencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
05080 | On time 8:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1h54 | 10:24 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
06092 | On time 9:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 2h00 | 11:30 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
05890 | Delayed 9:42 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h01 | 9:43 AM 9:43 AMValencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
05100 | Delayed 10:30 AM Madrid Chamartín | 2h04 | 10:34 AM 10:34 AMValencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
06102 | On time 10:45 AM Madrid Chamartín | 1h59 | 12:44 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
05124 | On time 12:30 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h04 | 2:34 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
06532 | On time 1:15 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h54 | 3:09 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
06132 | On time 1:30 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h54 | 3:24 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
05140 | Delayed 2:30 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h04 | 2:34 PM 2:34 PMValencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
06142 | On time 3:15 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h54 | 5:09 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
05750 | On time 3:30 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h59 | 5:29 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
06162 | On time 4:45 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h59 | 6:44 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
05170 | 5:30 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h54 | 7:24 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
06582 | 6:15 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h54 | 8:09 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
05184 | 6:30 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h04 | 8:34 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
06192 | 7:30 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h54 | 9:24 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
05990 | 7:40 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h00 | 9:40 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
06202 | 8:45 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1h54 | 10:39 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
05214 | 9:00 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h05 | 11:05 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
06612 | 9:15 PM Madrid Chamartín | 2h00 | 11:15 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Valencia run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 182 miles (294 km) distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 182 miles (294 km) |
Average train duration 1h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 8:15 PM |
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Museum inside the ornate Palace of the Marqués de Dos Aguas, showcasing ceramics, decorative arts, and historic interiors.
Large interactive science museum within the City of Arts and Sciences, especially popular with families and first-time visitors.
Major fine arts museum with important Valencian Gothic works, Renaissance paintings, and pieces by Sorolla, Velázquez, and Goya.
Valencia's old town, packed with historic streets, plazas, shops, and major monuments, ideal for first explorations on foot.
One of the city's most atmospheric squares, surrounded by key historic buildings and lively both day and evening.
Long urban park in the former riverbed, excellent for walking, cycling, and connecting many of Valencia's top sights.
Valencia’s signature rice dish, traditionally cooked with chicken, rabbit, green beans and garrofó beans over a wide pan. It is the city’s most iconic culinary tradition.
A coastal specialty similar to paella but made with short noodles instead of rice, usually with seafood and rich fish stock. It is especially popular along the Valencian coast.
A traditional Albufera lagoon stew of eel, garlic, paprika and potato. It is one of the most emblematic rustic dishes of the Valencia region.
Prestigious fine dining restaurant by Quique Dacosta, known for contemporary interpretations of Valencian flavors in an elegant setting.
Established Michelin-starred restaurant offering creative modern cuisine with strong local product focus. Refined atmosphere for a higher-end meal.
Historic beachfront restaurant famous for traditional wood-fired paella and other classic Valencian rice dishes. Casual, iconic and highly regarded for authenticity.
Moderate for Spain: tapas and transport are good value, while central hotels and beach areas cost more in peak season.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafes; round up taxis. Not obligatory.
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