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MUCBE - Museu de la Ciutat de Benicarló
Municipal museum presenting archaeology, history, and ethnography linked to Benicarló and the Baix Maestrat. The best introduction to the town’s past.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Benicarló is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Benicarló will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Benicarló without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Madrid to Benicarló run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 19:03. The fastest train covers the 217 miles (350 km) distance in 3h 26m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Benicarló.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Benicarló trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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05890+ 14302 | 9:42 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 6h34 | 4:16 PM Benicarló-Peñíscola | 1 transfer | |
05890+ 14450 | 9:42 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 8h07 | 5:49 PM Benicarló-Peñíscola | 1 transfer | |
05890+ 14464 | 9:42 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 9h00 | 6:42 PM Benicarló-Peñíscola | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Madrid to Benicarló with Renfe, AVE, and iryo. High-speed trains available on this route with AVE, iryo, and Renfe AVLO. Regional trains available on this route with Renfe. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Municipal museum presenting archaeology, history, and ethnography linked to Benicarló and the Baix Maestrat. The best introduction to the town’s past.
Archaeological interpretation area associated with Iberian remains from the region. Worth a visit for those interested in early settlement history.
Exhibition space inside MUCBE focusing on temporary art and cultural displays. Good for contemporary programming alongside local history.
Main urban beach promenade with sea views, walking space, and easy access to the port area. Ideal for a relaxed first walk in Benicarló.
Central square framed by civic life and nearby historic streets. A practical orientation point and lively place to feel the town atmosphere.
Popular seafront area around the harbor, appreciated for boats, maritime activity, and sunset walks. One of the town’s most atmospheric public spaces.
Benicarló artichokes, often grilled or baked, are the town’s flagship produce with PGI status and a sweet, tender flavor celebrated in local festivals.
A rice dish from the Maestrat coast made with local seafood. It reflects Benicarló’s fishing tradition and the wider Valencian rice culture.
Rice cooked with cuttlefish in its ink, giving a dark color and rich sea flavor. A classic coastal plate in ports like Benicarló.
Well-known Benicarló restaurant focused on refined Mediterranean cooking, especially seafood and local produce, in an elegant setting.
Popular casual spot for tapas, grilled fish, and local specialties. A reliable choice for traditional flavors in an informal setting.
Established dining room by the marina serving rice dishes, seafood, and regional classics with a relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain's coast: rooms and meals are usually cheaper than major resorts, while local buses and daily basics stay reasonably priced.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. In cafes, small change is enough. Taxis are usually rounded up, not heavily tipped.
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Benicarló.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Benicarló 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 Benicarló, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Benicarló trains use the Madrid Chamartín to Benicarlo-Peñiscola station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Benicarló train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Benicarlo-Peñiscola is 1 km from Benicarló city centre. Public transport options include:
Benicarlo-Peñiscola has practical services for this route, including ATM, Accessibility, and Ticket Office.
ATMs are available at Benicarlo-Peñiscola.
Ticket office support is available at Benicarlo-Peñiscola.
Accessibility facilities are available at Benicarlo-Peñiscola.
Check train stations information for Madrid and Benicarló, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.