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Museo Municipal de La Roda
Town museum focused on local history and heritage. It is the best place to understand La Roda's past, traditions, and community identity.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
Kč1088
Average ticket price on Sep 18
Kč1548
Fastest journey on Sep 18
1 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
1 h 32 m
Trains on Sep 18
4
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to La Roda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to La Roda will cost around Kč1548 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only Kč1088.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 4 trains from Madrid to La Roda, including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 188 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 1 h 36 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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06944Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Madrid to La Roda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč512 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 44m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč512, while a train costs an average of Kč868.
Distance: 116 miles (188 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
Kč868 Average price | Kč512 Average price Cheapest | Kč948 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to La Roda:
A bus is Kč356 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to La Roda costing on average Kč868.
Other travel options to La Roda take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 57m.
Tickets start at around Kč868 compared to roughly Kč948 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about Kč80. The journey takes 2h 14m versus 2h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Renfe MD, Renfe, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to La Roda trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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18040 | 2:37 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 2h26 | 5:03 PM La Roda De Albacete | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Madrid to La Roda run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at Kč492 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 116 miles (188 km) distance in 1h 30m.
Distance 116 miles (188 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price Kč492 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 30m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 9:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of La Roda — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Roda trip today.
Town museum focused on local history and heritage. It is the best place to understand La Roda's past, traditions, and community identity.
Space dedicated to local ethnography and everyday traditions. Worth visiting for insight into regional customs and material culture.
Exhibition venue for changing art and cultural displays. It offers a contemporary complement to the town's historic attractions.
Main square of La Roda and the center of civic life. It is ideal for orienting yourself and seeing key buildings in one place.
Pedestrian-friendly central zone with shops and public activity. It is useful for strolling between the town's main attractions.
One of the town's principal streets, useful for walking through the commercial and social heart of La Roda.
Migas ruleras are fried breadcrumbs with garlic, pork and sometimes grapes. A classic La Mancha shepherd dish, hearty and deeply rooted in local rural cooking.
Gazpachos manchegos is a rustic La Mancha stew with flatbread pieces and game meat. It is one of the region's most emblematic traditional dishes.
Pisto manchego is a slow-cooked mix of tomato, pepper, zucchini and onion. It is a staple across Castilla-La Mancha, often served warm or cold.
Historic pastry shop famed for original Miguelitos de La Roda. Casual stop for coffee, sweets and takeaway boxes of the town's signature pastry.
Established restaurant and hotel dining room known for regional Manchego cuisine, roast meats and a more formal atmosphere for lunch or dinner.
Traditional local restaurant serving Spanish classics and Manchego dishes in a relaxed setting. A solid option for everyday meals in La Roda.
Moderate for Spain; lodging is often cheaper than big cities, while dining and local transport stay reasonably priced for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; taxis usually just round up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to La Roda 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 La Roda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to La Roda trains use the Madrid Chamartín to La Roda De Albacete station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and La Roda 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.
La Roda De Albacete is 2 km from La Roda city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
La Roda De Albacete has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at La Roda De Albacete.
ATMs are available at La Roda De Albacete.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Roda De Albacete.
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