- 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
$33
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
2 h 3 m
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Cruz de Mudela to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Cruz de Mudela to Madrid will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 2 trains that leave Santa Cruz de Mudela for Madrid on Sun, Jun 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 28 the direct trains cover the 198 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 3 m .
On Sun, Jun 28 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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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18037Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Cruz de Mudela to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 123 miles (198 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 31m.
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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 Santa Cruz de Mudela to Madrid trains for today, Saturday, June 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18033 | Delayed 8:11 AM 10:10 AMSanta Cruz De Mudela | 2h03 | 10:15 AM 10:15 AMAtocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
18035 | On time 5:02 PM Santa Cruz De Mudela | 2h07 | 7:09 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
18037 | Delayed 4:55 PM 6:55 PMSanta Cruz De Mudela | 2h13 | 9:08 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Santa Cruz de Mudela to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:36, the last at 19:31. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average train duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 7:36 AM |
Last train 7:31 PM |
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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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