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Museo de Falúas Reales
Museum inside the palace covering royal river craft and court leisure. Distinctive collection tied to Aranjuez’s waterways and ceremonies.
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
2 h 1 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
283 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valencia to Aranjuez is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia to Aranjuez will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 1 trains that leave Valencia for Aranjuez on Thu, Aug 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 283 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Aranjuez 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 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 175 miles (283 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price | $77 Average price | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Valencia to Aranjuez:
A train is $43 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Valencia to Aranjuez costing on average $61.
A train is $59 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valencia to Aranjuez costing on average $77.
Other travel options to Aranjuez take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 37m.
Bus takes on average 3h 40m.
The journey is about 40m faster (2h 37m by train vs 3h 17m by car) and roughly $48 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($18 vs $66). 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 iryo, SNCF 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 to Aranjuez trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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, August 6 | |||||
![]() | 4:09 AM Valencia | 2h01 | 6:10 AM Aranjuez | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Valencia to Aranjuez run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 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 175 miles (283 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 175 miles (283 km) |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 6:09 AM |
Last train 9:15 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Aranjuez — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Aranjuez trip today.
Museum inside the palace covering royal river craft and court leisure. Distinctive collection tied to Aranjuez’s waterways and ceremonies.
Lavish neoclassical villa museum with fine decorative arts. Highlights elite taste and garden life in the royal estate.
Interpretation center explaining Aranjuez’s cultural landscape, rivers, gardens, and UNESCO value. Helpful starting point for first-time visitors.
Grand ornamental garden by the palace with fountains, avenues, and river views. One of Aranjuez’s defining landscapes.
Extensive historic garden designed for strolling among tree-lined walks, fountains, and seasonal flowers near the palace.
Formal square framed by arcades and church façades. A central meeting place that captures the planned royal townscape.
Seasonal asparagus from the fertile Vega del Tajo. Celebrated for its tenderness and flavor, it is one of Aranjuez's most emblematic local products.
Local strawberries famed since royal times. Sweet, fragrant fruit traditionally eaten fresh or with cream in season around Aranjuez.
Artichokes grown in Aranjuez's historic market gardens. Often grilled or stewed, they reflect the town's long agricultural heritage.
Refined restaurant in a historic setting, known for creative seasonal cuisine and polished service near Aranjuez's monumental core.
Traditional Castilian restaurant popular for roast meats, classic Spanish dishes, and an elegant old-style dining room.
Well-known local venue for rice dishes, tapas, and regional cooking in a relaxed, dependable setting.
Moderate for Spain. Lodging and dining are usually cheaper than central Madrid, while rail access keeps day-trip and transit costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small change is fine in cafes.
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Aranjuez Railway Station -> Plaza de la Constitución, Aranjuez
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valencia to Aranjuez 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 Aranjuez, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Valencia to Aranjuez trains use the Valencia Joaquín Sorolla to Madrid Chamartín station pair. Use this guide to compare Valencia and Aranjuez 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.
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