- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famous for Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A core stop for classical European painting.










Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
34m
Average duration
34m
Trains per day
10
Distance
66 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Toledo to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 Toledo to Madrid:
A bus is $9 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Toledo to Madrid costing on average $18 (€15).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 58m.
The journey is about 21m faster (44m by train vs 1h 5m by car) and roughly $4 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($18 (€15) vs $22 (€18)). 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 AVANT.
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 Toledo to Madrid trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
08093 | On time 9:25 AM Toledo station | 0h34 | 9:59 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
08103 | On time 10:25 AM Toledo station | 0h34 | 10:59 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
08123 | On time 12:25 PM Toledo station | 0h34 | 12:59 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
08133 | On time 1:25 PM Toledo station | 0h34 | 1:59 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
08163 | On time 4:25 PM Toledo station | 0h34 | 4:59 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
08173 | On time 5:23 PM Toledo station | 0h34 | 5:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
08183 | On time 6:45 PM Toledo station | 0h34 | 7:19 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
08193 | On time 7:25 PM Toledo station | 0h34 | 7:59 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
08203 | On time 8:25 PM Toledo station | 0h34 | 8:59 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
08213 | On time 9:37 PM Toledo station | 0h38 | 10:15 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Toledo to Madrid run on average 9 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:25, the last at 21:37. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 34m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 34m |
First train 6:25 AM |
Last train 9:37 PM |
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Best time to book 91 days |
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Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and tapas can be good value, but central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for great service, and round up taxi fares.
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Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Madrid -> Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Toledo 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 Toledo to Madrid trains use the Toledo to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Toledo and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Toledo is 1 km from Toledo city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Toledo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Toledo.
ATMs are available at Toledo.
Ticket office support is available at Toledo. Information desks are available at Toledo.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Toledo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toledo.
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.
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