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Museu de les Ciències Príncipe Felipe
Bold science museum by Santiago Calatrava with hands-on exhibitions in a striking futuristic building. Great for architecture lovers and families alike.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€65
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€65
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 1 m
Trains on Sep 19
2
Distance
301 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Valencia will cost around €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €65.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 2 trains from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Valencia, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 301 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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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05890Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Valencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €38 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €38, while a flight costs an average of €224.
Distance: 187 miles (301 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€38 Average price Cheapest | €45 Average price | €224 Average price | €58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Valencia:
A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Valencia costing on average €45.
A train is €186 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Valencia costing on average €224.
Other travel options to Valencia take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 6m.
Bus takes on average 4h 24m.
The journey is about 1h 46m faster (1h 58m by train vs 3h 44m by car) and roughly €19 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€38 vs €58). 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 AVE, iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe AVLO, Renfe INTERCITY.
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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Valencia trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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05990 | On time 7:40 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h00 | 9:40 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
05890 | Delayed 9:42 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h01 | 9:43 AM 9:43 AMValencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Valencia run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:42, the last at 18:45. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (301 km) distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 187 miles (301 km) |
Average train duration 1h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 7:42 AM |
Last train 6:45 PM |
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Bold science museum by Santiago Calatrava with hands-on exhibitions in a striking futuristic building. Great for architecture lovers and families alike.
Fine arts museum with major Valencian Gothic works and paintings by Sorolla, Ribera, and Velázquez. One of Spain's top art collections outside Madrid.
Ceramics museum housed in the lavish Marqués de Dos Aguas palace. Visit for the ornate alabaster entrance and decorative arts collections.
Vast linear park in the former Turia riverbed, linking gardens, playgrounds, and major sights. Ideal for walking, cycling, and seeing daily local life.
Valencia's historic quarter packed with medieval lanes, plazas, churches, and nightlife. The best area for wandering and absorbing the city's layers.
Monumental square by the cathedral and basilica, often considered Valencia's symbolic center. A natural starting point for any old-town walk.
Valencia’s iconic rice dish with rabbit, chicken, garrofó beans and saffron. It originated in the Albufera area and is the city’s most emblematic traditional meal.
A baked rice casserole with pork, blood sausage, chickpeas and tomato. A hearty Sunday classic in Valencian homes with deep local roots.
Rice cooked in fish stock with cuttlefish or squid, often finished with aioli. Its dark color and intense seafood flavor make it a Valencian favorite.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant by Ricard Camarena. Modern Valencian cuisine in an elegant, contemporary setting with seasonal local produce.
Classic restaurant near Albufera known for paella and other rice dishes. Traditional atmosphere and a strong reputation for authentic Valencian cooking.
Historic central market stall famed for traditional Valencian almuerzos and sandwiches. Busy, casual and beloved by locals for authentic flavors.
Moderate for Spain: lodging varies by season, meals are good value, and public transport is affordable compared with major Western European city breaks.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Cafés: small change. Taxis: round up the fare; extra tipping is not expected.
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Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla -> València Nord, Valencia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Valencia 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 Valencia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Valencia trains use the Madrid Chamartín to Valencia Joaquín Sorolla station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and Valencia train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla is 1 km from Valencia city centre. Public transport options include:
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Coffee Coffee, The Pause – Lavazza, Mon Orxata, McDonald’s
ATMs are located at various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 23:59. Information desks are located on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 07:00 to 22:00.
Available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms.
Nearby hotels include Petite Palace Ruzafa, Hotel Conqueridor, Senator Parque Central Hotel.
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