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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
$18
Average ticket price on Sep 16
$26
Fastest journey on Sep 16
1 h 56 m
Average journey duration on Sep 16
1 h 56 m
Trains on Sep 16
12
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla 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-Joaquín Sorolla to Madrid will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
On Wed, Sep 16, we found 12 trains from Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla to Madrid, including 12 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 16 the direct trains cover the 302 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, Sep 16 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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06103Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $41, while a flight costs an average of $316.
Distance: 187 miles (302 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$41 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price | $316 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla to Madrid:
A train is $15 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla to Madrid costing on average $56 (€46).
A train is $276 (€224) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla to Madrid costing on average $316 (€257).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 9m.
Bus takes on average 4h 18m.
The journey is about 1h 41m faster (2h 1m by train vs 3h 42m by car) and roughly $35 (€29) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($41 (€33) vs $76 (€62)). 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 SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe AVLO, AVE, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo.
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 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla 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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06083 | On time 8:12 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 10:08 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05081 | On time 8:42 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 10:38 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06503 | Delayed 10:27 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 10:23 AM 10:23 AMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05101 | Delayed 10:32 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h06 | 10:38 AM 10:38 AMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06103 | On time 10:57 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 12:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06123 | On time 12:27 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 2:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05721 | 12:35 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h02 | 2:37 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05131 | 1:32 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h06 | 3:38 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05951 | 3:09 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h08 | 5:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06553 | 3:27 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 5:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05155 | 3:32 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h06 | 5:38 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06163 | 4:12 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 6:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05161 | 4:35 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h03 | 6:38 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05171 | 5:42 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 7:38 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06183 | 5:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 7:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05181 | 6:32 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h06 | 8:38 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05191 | 7:42 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 9:38 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06603 | 8:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 10:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05215 | 9:12 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h06 | 11:18 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, September 16 | |||||
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 | |
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Trains from Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla to Madrid run on average 24 times per day, taking around 2h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $2 (€2) by bus.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 19:12. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (302 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 187 miles (302 km) |
Average train duration 2h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 4:09 AM |
Last train 7:12 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla 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-Joaquín Sorolla 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-Joaquín Sorolla and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla is 1 km from Valencia city centre. Public transport options include:
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Coffee Coffee, The Pause – Lavazza, Mon Orxata, McDonald’s
ATMs are located at various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 23:59. Information desks are located on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 07:00 to 22:00.
Available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms.
Nearby hotels include Petite Palace Ruzafa, Hotel Conqueridor, Senator Parque Central Hotel.
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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