The cheapest and fastest trains from Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 17
$27
Average ticket price on Sep 17
$50
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 h 56 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 h 56 m
Trains on Sep 17
25
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 25 trains from Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport, including 25 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 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 Thu, Sep 17 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$271One-way0 transfers
066038:57 PM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla10:53 PMMadrid Chamartín$311One-way0 transfers
061431:57 PM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla3:53 PMMadrid Chamartín$311One-way0 transfers
062037:53 PM2h00Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla9:53 PMMadrid Chamartín$331One-way0 transfers
060636:53 AM2h00Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla8:53 AMMadrid Chamartín$331One-way0 transfers
065533:27 PM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla5:23 PMMadrid Chamartín$361One-way0 transfers
0612312:27 PM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla2:23 PMMadrid Chamartín$351One-way0 transfers
061431:57 PM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla3:53 PMMadrid Chamartín$311One-way0 transfers
066038:57 PM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla10:53 PMMadrid Chamartín$311One-way0 transfers
060838:12 AM1h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla10:08 AMMadrid Chamartín$601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $39, while a flight costs an average of $280.
Distance: 182 miles (294 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$39 Average price Cheapest | $63 Average price | $280 Average price | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 2h 7m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport:
A train is $24 (€20) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $63 (€51).
A train is $241 (€196) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport costing on average $280 (€228).
Other travel options to Madrid Barajas Airport take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 7m.
Bus takes on average 4h 33m.
The journey is about 1h 16m faster (2h 0m by train vs 3h 16m by car) and roughly $33 (€27) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($39 (€32) vs $72 (€59)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport trains for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
05181 | On time 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 | |
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 | |
05215 | 9:12 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h06 | 11:18 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06763 | 6:09 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h01 | 8:10 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05065 | 6:32 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h06 | 8:38 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06063 | 6:53 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h00 | 8:53 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05871 | 6:55 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h10 | 9:05 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
05071 | 7:42 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 9:38 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06083 | 8:12 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 10:08 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05081 | 8:42 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 10:38 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06503 | 10:27 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 12:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05101 | 10:32 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h06 | 12:38 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 | |
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 | |
06143 | 1:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 3:53 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport
Trains from Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 19:12. The fastest train covers the 182 miles (294 km) distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 182 miles (294 km) |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 4:09 AM |
Last train 7:12 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: AVE, iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe AVLO from Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport trainsAVE, iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe AVLO trains will get you between Valencia and Madrid Barajas Airport from $9 (€7). 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 Madrid Barajas Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport 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 Barajas Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport
Most Valencia to Madrid Barajas Airport trains use the Valencia Joaquín Sorolla to Madrid Chamartín station pair. Use this guide to compare Valencia and Madrid Barajas Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Valencia Joaquín Sorolla from Valencia city centre
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla is 1 km from Valencia city centre. Public transport options include:
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Coffee Coffee, The Pause – Lavazza, Mon Orxata, McDonald’s
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are located at various points in the station.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 07:00 to 22:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Petite Palace Ruzafa, Hotel Conqueridor, Senator Parque Central Hotel.
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