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Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$20
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$35
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 46 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 3 m
Trains on Sep 19
17
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manzanares to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manzanares to Madrid will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 17 trains from Manzanares to Madrid, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 46 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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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02149Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manzanares to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $13, while a bus costs an average of $22.
Distance: 99 miles (160 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price |
2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Manzanares to Madrid:
A train is $8 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Manzanares to Madrid costing on average $22.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 17m.
The table below shows live departures for Manzanares to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17044+ 08101 | On time 9:17 AM Manzanares station | 2h07 | 11:24 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
17044+ 02137 | On time 9:17 AM Manzanares station | 6h50 | 4:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
17044+ 08111 | On time 9:17 AM Manzanares station | 4h07 | 1:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18183+ 02137 | Delayed 11:31 AM 1:31 PMManzanares station | 2h36 | 4:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18183+ 08151 | Delayed 11:31 AM 1:31 PMManzanares station | 2h53 | 4:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18183+ 02187 | Delayed 11:31 AM 1:31 PMManzanares station | 8h15 | 9:46 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18170+ 08171 | 3:02 PM Manzanares station | 3h47 | 6:49 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18170+ 02149 | 3:02 PM Manzanares station | 2h34 | 5:36 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18170+ 02187 | 3:02 PM Manzanares station | 6h44 | 9:46 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
17041 | 3:21 PM Manzanares station | 2h02 | 5:23 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
18330+ 02217 | Delayed 1:59 PM 3:59 PMManzanares station | 7h44 | 11:43 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18330+ 08171 | Delayed 1:59 PM 3:59 PMManzanares station | 2h50 | 6:49 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18330+ 02187 | Delayed 1:59 PM 3:59 PMManzanares station | 5h47 | 9:46 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18035 | 5:23 PM Manzanares station | 1h46 | 7:09 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
18037 | 7:20 PM Manzanares station | 1h48 | 9:08 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
18083+ 02203 | 8:24 PM Manzanares station | 2h34 | 10:58 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
18083+ 02217 | 8:24 PM Manzanares station | 3h19 | 11:43 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Manzanares to Madrid run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 21:21. The fastest train covers the 99 miles (160 km) distance in 1h 41m.
Distance 99 miles (160 km) |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 41m |
First train 6:04 AM |
Last train 9:21 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manzanares to Madrid 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 Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manzanares to Madrid trains use the Manzanares to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Use this guide to compare Manzanares and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Manzanares has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink options are available at Manzanares.
Ticket office support is available at Manzanares.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manzanares.
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.
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.
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