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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famous for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A core stop on Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Cheapest price
$44
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mengibar to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mengibar to Madrid will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
Of the 2 trains that leave Mengibar for Madrid on Tue, May 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct trains cover the 272 km distance in an average of 3 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mengibar to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $28.
Distance: 169 miles (272 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $40 Average price Cheapest | $178 Average price | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Mengibar to Madrid:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mengibar to Madrid costing on average $45 (€36).
A bus is $138 (€111) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mengibar to Madrid costing on average $178 (€143).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 45m.
Flight takes on average 4h 36m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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 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 Mengibar to Madrid trains for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:40 PM Mengibar | 3h28 | 8:08 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 19 | |||||
![]() | 7:54 AM Mengibar | 3h19 | 11:13 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Mengibar to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:54, the last at 19:31. The fastest train covers the 169 miles (272 km) distance in 3h 19m.
Distance 169 miles (272 km) |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€29) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 8:54 AM |
Last train 7:31 PM |
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Spain’s premier art museum, famous for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A core stop on Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art.
Spain’s leading museum of modern and contemporary art, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside works by Dalí and Miró.
Major collection spanning medieval to modern art, with celebrated works by Caravaggio, Monet, Van Gogh, Hopper, and Kandinsky.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for strolling, rowing, people-watching, and seeing monuments such as the Crystal Palace.
The symbolic center of Madrid and Spain’s radial road network, always busy and central to city life and celebrations.
Madrid’s best-known boulevard, lined with landmark architecture, theaters, shops, and rooftop viewpoints popular with visitors.
Madrid’s classic chickpea stew, traditionally served in stages with broth, vegetables, chickpeas, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s signature comfort dishes.
A famous Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is a simple local staple and iconic snack.
A rich Madrid-style tripe stew cooked with chorizo, morcilla, and paprika. It is a traditional cold-weather dish with deep roots in local tavern cuisine.
Historic restaurant founded in the 18th century, famous for roast suckling pig and other classic Castilian dishes in an old-world setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant celebrated for huevos rotos and classic Madrid dining. The atmosphere is polished but rooted in old tavern tradition.
Historic tavern especially known for cocido madrileño cooked in individual clay pots. A strong choice for an authentic, traditional meal.
Moderate for Western Europe: tapas and transit are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes; about 5-10% in restaurants for great service. Taxis are usually rounded up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mengibar 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.

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