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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 16
kr286
Average ticket price on Sep 16
kr286
Fastest journey on Sep 16
1 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 16
2 h 3 m
Trains on Sep 16
4
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valdepeñas to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valdepeñas to Madrid will cost around kr286 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr286.
On Wed, Sep 16, we found 4 trains from Valdepeñas to Madrid, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 16 the direct trains cover the 186 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 55 m .
On Wed, Sep 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 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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18031Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valdepeñas to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr234 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr234, while a train costs an average of kr287.
Distance: 115 miles (186 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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kr287 Average price | kr234 Average price Cheapest | kr399 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Valdepeñas to Madrid:
A bus is kr53 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Valdepeñas to Madrid costing on average kr287.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 47m.
The journey is about 9m faster (2h 2m by train vs 2h 11m by car) and roughly kr112 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (kr287 vs kr399). 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 MD, 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 Valdepeñas to Madrid trains for today, Tuesday, September 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:58 AM Valdepeñas | 2h15 | 8:13 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:58 AM Valdepeñas | 2h15 | 9:13 AM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:04 PM Valdepeñas | 2h04 | 7:08 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:04 PM Valdepeñas | 2h04 | 8:08 PM Madrid | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Valdepeñas to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr286 but you can travel from only kr230 by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:48, the last at 19:31. The fastest train covers the 115 miles (186 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price kr286 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 7:48 AM |
Last train 7:31 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valdepeñas 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 Valdepeñas to Madrid trains use the Valdepeñas to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Use this guide to compare Valdepeñas and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Valdepeñas has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante La Viña, Restaurante El Corregidor
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Valdepeñas. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Valdepeñas. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Valdepeñas: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Valdepeñas: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valdepeñas: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Veracruz Plaza & Spa, Hotel El Hidalgo, Hotel Central.
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.
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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