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Cheap train tickets from Madrid to Cuenca

Showing times and prices for Sep 27

Cheapest

€24

Average

€32

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Cuenca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

08:05PM1h09

Madrid Chamartín

09:14PMCuenca–Fernando Zóbel

€241One-way

0 transfers

06:30AM0h54

Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes

07:24AMCuenca–Fernando Zóbel

€301One-way

0 transfers

06:10PM1h09

Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes

07:19PMCuenca–Fernando Zóbel

€331One-way

0 transfers

07:55PM1h03

Madrid Chamartín

08:58PMCuenca–Fernando Zóbel

€351One-way

0 transfers

04:00PM1h03

Madrid Chamartín

05:03PMCuenca–Fernando Zóbel

€401One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Madrid to Cuenca

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 27

iryo

02:45PM1h03

Madrid

02:45PMCuenca

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Renfe AVE

07:00PM1h03

Madrid

07:00PMCuenca

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Renfe AVE

02:00PM1h03

Madrid

02:00PMCuenca

0 transfers

Renfe Alvia

06:05PM1h09

Madrid

06:05PMCuenca

0 transfers

Renfe

04:10PM1h09

Madrid

04:10PMCuenca

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Fastest train times from Madrid to Cuenca

Showing times and prices for Sep 27

Fastest Journey

1 h 3 m

Average

1 h 5 m

Trains per day

Distance

139 km

Of the 5 trains that leave Madrid for Cuenca every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

02:45PM1h03

Madrid

02:45PMCuenca

€181One-way

0 transfers

07:00PM1h03

Madrid

07:00PMCuenca

€351One-way

0 transfers

02:00PM1h03

Madrid

02:00PMCuenca

€301One-way

0 transfers

06:05PM1h09

Madrid

06:05PMCuenca

€361One-way

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04:10PM1h09

Madrid

04:10PMCuenca

€331One-way

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Overview: Train from Madrid to Cuenca

	Distance	86 miles (138 km)
	Average train duration	54 min
	Average train ticket price	$22 (€19)
	Direct train	Yes
	Train companies	iryo, Renfe Intercity, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVE, Renfe AVLO or Renfe

Trains from Madrid to Cuenca cover the 86 miles (138 km) long journey taking on average 54 min with our travel partners like iryo, Renfe Intercity, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVE, Renfe AVLO or Renfe. There are direct train services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $22 (€19), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $14 (€12). Travelers depart most frequently from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arrive in Cuenca Fernando Zóbel.

Train companies: Renfe, Renfe AVLO and AVE from Madrid to Cuenca trains

Find the best trains between Madrid and Cuenca with Omio's travel partners Renfe, Renfe AVLO and AVE from $14 (€12). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

Renfe AVE is a high-speed train service operated by the Spanish railway company Renfe with trains to Cuenca from Madrid. It is one of the most popular train services in Spain, connecting major cities across the country. The AVE trains are some of the fastest in Europe, reaching speeds of up to 310 km/h. They offer a comfortable and convenient way to travel, with spacious seating, air conditioning, and onboard entertainment. Renfe AVE offers several types of trains, including the AVE S-100, AVE S-112, AVE S-130, and AVE S-120. The AVE S-100 is the fastest, while the AVE S-120 is the most luxurious. Passengers can choose from a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe AVE include Madrid to Barcelona, Madrid to Seville, and Barcelona to Valencia.

Renfe is a Spanish train company that operates throughout the country including trains to Cuenca from Madrid. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed AVE trains, regional trains, and night trains. The AVE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save money and time, as they allow you to travel overnight and arrive at your destination in the morning. Renfe offers several types of tickets, including single tickets, return tickets, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Renfe are Madrid-Barcelona, Madrid-Seville, and Madrid-Valencia. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore some of Spain's most beautiful cities in comfort and style.

Renfe Avlo is Renfe's low-cost high-speed AVE train provider offering trains to Cuenca from Madrid. It's a new service operating on some of Spain's most popular long-distance lines like Madrid to Barcelona-Figueres line. Avlo trains can travel up to 300 km/h. There is a single Economy Class with assigned tickets called Básica but this includes power sockets at each seat and vending machines. Avlo trains run between popular Spanish cities like Madrid, Zaragoza, Tarragona, Barcelona, Girona and Figueres. The routes Renfe-AVLO serves are expected to expand.

Trains from Madrid to Cuenca

Travelers planning a visit to the spectacular clifftop town of Cuenca in Castile-La Mancha have a choice of train services from Madrid. There are frequent daily trains from Madrid to Cuenca Fernando Zobel station on the high-speed AVE network, taking under one hour. More leisurely journeys are available to Cuenca station on the Cercanias suburban line from the capital, taking just over three hours. Daily schedules include include morning, afternoon and evening services.

Madrid to Cuenca train times: daily departures

Monday to Saturday schedules offer frequent direct trains from Madrid to Cuenca from early morning to late evening. There are 6 morning departures to Cuenca at roughly hourly intervals, 7 afternoon connections, and 4 evening options. The Sunday timetable offers a slightly less frequent service from Madrid.

How long is the journey by train from Madrid to Cuenca?

The quickest AVE high-speed trains from Madrid to Cuenca take 54 minutes to complete the 104-mile route east from Atocha station. Other AVE and Alvia high-speed trains take up to 12 minutes longer. Cercanias regional services to Cuenca take between 3 hours and 8 minutes and 3 hours and 14 minutes to complete the trip from Madrid, although Sunday journeys are a little quicker, at just under 3 hours.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Madrid to Cuenca?

Departure station: Madrid Atocha AVE and Cercanias station is located on the southeast side of Madrid city center, with subway and bus connections taking around ten minutes. The station concourse is on several levels, with shopping malls, food courts, luggage storage facilities, ATMs, tapas bars and coffee shops.

Arrival station: Cuenca Fernando Zobel AVE station is located three miles south of the city, with local buses taking about 20 minutes to make the trip downtown. Cercanias trains from Madrid arrive at the old station in central Cuenca. Both stations have cafe-bars, luggage storage facilities, ATMs and taxi stands.

Which train companies travel from Madrid to Cuenca?

Renfe, the Spanish state rail operator, provides daily direct trains from Madrid to Cuenca. Passengers can travel on high-speed AVE express services or the slower Cercanias connections stopping at most stations via Aranjuez.

Renfe Madrid to Cuenca

The majority of direct daily Renfe trains from Madrid to Cuenca are AVE connections on the high-speed line towards Valencia, taking under an hour to complete the trip to Cuenca. There are also 3 daily Cercanias connections taking just over 3 hours for the journey east through La Mancha.

Madrid to Cuenca trains: services on board

Renfe AVE trains from Madrid to Cuenca offer passengers two classes of seat, Preferente and Turista, with a cafe-bar on board. Carriages on AVE and Cercanias trains have dedicated spaces for wheelchair users, and staff offer assistance if required with boarding and alighting. Cyclists can take their bikes on board, or check them in as luggage, for a small fee, subject to available space. Travelers make take a pet on the journey, in a carrier, on payment of a 25% fare. Passengers are allowed three items of luggage, with a maximum total weight of 25 kg.

How to find cheap train tickets from Madrid to Cuenca

AVE tickets for high-speed trains from Madrid to Cuenca are popular and it is worth booking in advance on the Omio site to secure the best fares. Early morning and late evening AVE journeys tend to offer the most economical tickets on this route. For passengers who don't mind a scenic 3 hour journey through La Mancha, Renfe's Cercanias tickets are roughly half the price of most AVE services.

Train tickets from Madrid to Cuenca: when to book to save $

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	19 €
2 weeks earlier	16 €	19%
3 weeks earlier	15 €	27%
1 month before	15 €	27%
2 months earlier	16 €	19%
3 months earlier	17 €	12%

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FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Cuenca

FAQs: Travel by train from Madrid to Cuenca easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Cuenca.

Cheap train tickets from Madrid to Cuenca can start from as little as $14 (€12) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Madrid to Cuenca is $22 (€19); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Madrid to Cuenca is 54 min to travel the 86 mile (138 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The first train from Madrid to Cuenca leaves at 5: 00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Madrid to Cuenca leaves at 7: 00 PM.

Yes, you can take a high-speed train from Madrid to Cuenca with iryo, Renfe AVE or Renfe AVLO. Overall you can travel with the following companies: iryo, Renfe Intercity, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVE, Renfe AVLO or Renfe.

For the best Madrid to Cuenca train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with iryo, Renfe Intercity, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVE, Renfe AVLO or Renfe. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Madrid and Cuenca to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 00 PM.

When departing from Madrid, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Madrid Chamartín and Madrid Atocha Cercanias. When arriving in Cuenca, you can end your trip in train stations like Cuenca Fernando Zóbel and Cuenca.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Cuenca Fernando Zóbel, located 3.8 miles (6.1 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Cuenca from Madrid is worth doing with a journey time of 54 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Madrid to Cuenca by train is November.

Yes, you can take a train to Cuenca from Madrid.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Madrid

Cuenca

Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is the most popular Madrid railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Madrid for your trip to Cuenca.

Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes Wifi

Amenities at station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Glorieta Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain

Phone Number

+34 912432343

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sun: 10: 00 - 20: 00

Public transit options for Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes

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

Madrid Chamartín Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

28036 Madrid, Spain

Madrid Atocha Cercanias Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Pl. Del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain

Phone Number

+34 912 32 03 20

Madrid Méndez Alvaro Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

C. De Méndez Álvaro, 28045 Madrid, Spain

Madrid Príncipe Pío Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

28008 Madrid, Spain

Madrid Aeropuerto T4 Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

ATM

Accessibility

Address

28042 Madrid, Spain

Madrid Sol

Address

Puerta Del Sol

Madrid Recoletos Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

28001 Madrid, Spain

Madrid Nuevos Ministerios Parking

Amenities at station

Parking

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Address

Madrid

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