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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valencia Airport to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia Airport to Madrid will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 12 trains from Valencia Airport to Madrid, including 12 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 294 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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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Trains from Valencia Airport to Madrid run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 19:57. The fastest train covers the 182 miles (294 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 182 miles (294 km) |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 4:09 AM |
Last train 7:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Valencia Airport to Madrid.
The table below shows live departures for Valencia Airport to Madrid trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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06603 | Delayed 8:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 9:53 PM 9:53 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
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06763 | 6:09 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h01 | 8:10 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06063 | 6:53 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h00 | 8:53 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06083 | 8:12 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 10:08 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06503 | 10:27 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 12:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06103 | 10:57 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 12:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06123 | 12:27 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 2:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06143 | 1:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 3:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06553 | 3:27 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 5:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06163 | 4:12 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 6:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06183 | 5:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 7:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06203 | 7:53 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h00 | 9:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valencia Airport 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 Valencia Airport to Madrid trains use the Valencia Joaquín Sorolla to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. Use this guide to compare Valencia Airport and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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