The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Carinena
Cheapest price
$63
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 45 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Carinena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Carinena will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $63.
It's difficult to get from Madrid to Carinena without transferring at least once.
6:27 AM2h37Madrid9:04 AMCarinena$631One-way1 transfer
8:27 AM2h52Madrid11:19 AMCarinena$631One-way1 transfer
3:27 PM2h47Madrid6:14 PMCarinena$631One-way1 transfer
5:27 PM2h45Madrid8:12 PMCarinena$631One-way1 transfer
6:27 AM2h37Madrid9:04 AMCarinena$631One-way1 transfer
5:27 PM2h45Madrid8:12 PMCarinena$631One-way1 transfer
3:27 PM2h47Madrid6:14 PMCarinena$631One-way1 transfer
8:27 AM2h52Madrid11:19 AMCarinena$631One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Madrid to Carinena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Carinena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a train costs an average of $63.
Distance: 144 miles (232 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Carinena:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Carinena costing on average $63 (€51).
Other travel options to Carinena take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 34m.
You'll arrive about 55m sooner (2h 7m by train vs 3h 2m by car). Tickets start at around $63 (€51) compared to roughly $58 (€47) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Madrid to Carinena train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Carinena trains for today, Tuesday, May 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:27 PM Madrid | 2h45 | 8:12 PM Carinena | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, May 20 | |||||
![]() | 6:27 AM Madrid | 2h37 | 9:04 AM Carinena | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:27 AM Madrid | 2h52 | 11:19 AM Carinena | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:27 PM Madrid | 2h47 | 6:14 PM Carinena | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Carinena
Trains from Madrid to Carinena run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $58 (€47) by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (232 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 144 miles (232 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 6:09 AM |
Last train 10:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: AVE from Madrid to Carinena trainsAVE trains will get you between Madrid and Carinena from $58 (€47). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Carinena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Carinena 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 Carinena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid to Carinena
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
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