- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier fine art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A top priority for first-time visitors and art lovers.
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
352 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pola de Lena to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pola de Lena to Madrid will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 3 trains that leave Pola de Lena for Madrid on Wed, Jul 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 08 the direct trains cover the 352 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
On Wed, Jul 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 7 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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04170
04140
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04170Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Pola de Lena to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $25.
Distance: 218 miles (352 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price | $154 Average price | $123 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Pola de Lena to Madrid:
A train is $10 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Pola de Lena to Madrid costing on average $49 (€40).
A train is $116 (€95) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pola de Lena to Madrid costing on average $154 (€126).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 32m.
Bus takes on average 4h 6m.
The journey is about 27m faster (3h 32m by train vs 3h 59m by car) and roughly $85 (€69) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($38 (€31) vs $123 (€101)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Pola de Lena to Madrid trains for today, Tuesday, July 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
04140 | On time 4:33 PM Pola De Lena | 2h58 | 7:31 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04170 | Delayed 4:12 PM 6:12 PMPola De Lena | 3h07 | 7:19 PM 7:19 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04190 | Delayed 5:33 PM 7:33 PMPola De Lena | 2h59 | 8:32 PM 8:32 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Pola de Lena to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:49, the last at 20:18. The fastest train covers the 218 miles (352 km) distance in 2h 51m.
Distance 218 miles (352 km) |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 51m |
First train 6:49 AM |
Last train 8:18 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Spain’s premier fine art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, El Greco, Rubens, and Bosch. A top priority for first-time visitors and art lovers.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside major works by Dalí and Miró. Essential for 20th-century art.
A major collection spanning medieval to modern art, completing Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art. Strong for European painting and accessible curation.
Madrid’s historic main square, surrounded by arcaded buildings and linked to the city’s Habsburg past. A classic stop for architecture and atmosphere.
Madrid’s central square and symbolic heart, home to the Kilometer Zero marker and the famous Bear and Strawberry Tree statue.
Madrid’s iconic boulevard lined with historic architecture, shops, and theaters. It is one of the city’s busiest and most recognizable streets.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, traditionally served in stages with broth, vegetables, chickpeas, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most emblematic comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is one of the city’s most iconic quick bites.
A rich traditional stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla in a paprika-forward sauce. It is a historic Madrid tavern specialty.
Classic casual bar famed for fried cod and old-school tapas, popular for a quick authentic stop in central Madrid.
Celebrated traditional restaurant known for huevos rotos and classic Spanish cooking in a refined but lively setting.
Historic tavern especially known for cocido madrileño cooked in individual clay pots, with a classic old-Madrid feel.
Moderate for Western Europe: museums and transit are fair, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; small change in cafes, bars, and taxis is appreciated, not required.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pola de Lena 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 Pola de Lena to Madrid trains use the Pola De Lena to Madrid Chamartín station pair. Use this guide to compare Pola de Lena and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Pola De Lena has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Pola De Lena.
ATMs are available at Pola De Lena.
Available at Pola De Lena: Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pola De Lena.
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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