4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 12 trains that leave Valencia for Alcalá de Henares on Thu, May 14, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 14 the direct trains cover the 278 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 Thu, May 14 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.
067636:09 AM2h01Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla8:10 AMMadrid Chamartín$191One-way0 transfers- 0650310:27 AM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla12:23 PMMadrid Chamartín$271One-way0 transfers
0610310:57 AM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla12:53 PMMadrid Chamartín$281One-way0 transfers- 060636:53 AM2h00Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla8:53 AMMadrid Chamartín$281One-way0 transfers
- 0612312:27 PM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla2:23 PMMadrid Chamartín$291One-way0 transfers
- 061835:57 PM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla7:53 PMMadrid Chamartín$411One-way0 transfers
- 061431:57 PM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla3:53 PMMadrid Chamartín$301One-way0 transfers
- 0610310:57 AM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla12:53 PMMadrid Chamartín$281One-way0 transfers
- 061634:12 PM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla6:08 PMMadrid Chamartín$371One-way0 transfers
- 0612312:27 PM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla2:23 PMMadrid Chamartín$291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Valencia to Alcalá de Henares
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $29.
Distance: 172 miles (278 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price | $83 Average price | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares:
A train is $31 (€25) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares costing on average $56 (€45).
A train is $58 (€47) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares costing on average $83 (€67).
Other travel options to Alcalá de Henares take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 12m.
Bus takes on average 4h 12m.
The journey is about 1h 27m faster (2h 12m by train vs 3h 39m by car) and roughly $44 (€35) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($25 (€20) vs $69 (€55)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Valencia to Alcalá de Henares train times
The table below shows live departures for Valencia to Alcalá de Henares trains for today, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06143 | On time 1:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 3:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06553 | Delayed 3:27 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 3:23 PM 3:23 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06163 | On time 4:12 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 6:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06183 | On time 5:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 7:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06203 | On time 7:53 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h00 | 9:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06603 | Delayed 8:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 8:53 PM 8:53 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 14 | |||||
| 06763 | On time 6:09 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h01 | 8:10 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06063 | On time 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 | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares
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Trains from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 172 miles (278 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 172 miles (278 km) |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 6:09 AM |
Last train 9:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: SNCF OUIGO, iryo, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares trainsSNCF OUIGO, iryo, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo trains will get you between Valencia and Alcalá de Henares from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares 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 Alcalá de Henares, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 23:59
- Open daily from 07:00 to 22:00.
- Coffee Coffee
- The Pause – Lavazza
- Mon Orxata
- McDonald’s
- The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms.
- Petite Palace Ruzafa
- Hotel Conqueridor
- Senator Parque Central Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 23:59
- Located on the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 27, 89, 90, free shuttle to Nord Station
- Metro lines: 3 and 5
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Intercity
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