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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 20
$40
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$88
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 56 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
1 h 56 m
Trains on Sep 20
17
Distance
311 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vila-real to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vila-real to Madrid will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 17 trains from Vila-real to Madrid, including 11 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 311 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 Sun, Sep 20 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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06143Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vila-real to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $12, while a flight costs an average of $341.
Distance: 193 miles (311 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $341 Average price |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Vila-real to Madrid:
A train is $54 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vila-real to Madrid costing on average $65.
A train is $330 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vila-real to Madrid costing on average $341.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 58m.
Bus takes on average 5h 43m.
The table below shows live departures for Vila-real to Madrid trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06763 | 6:09 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h01 | 8:10 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06083 | On time 8:12 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 10:08 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
14020+ 05951 | Delayed 6:59 AM 8:59 AMVila-real station | 8h18 | 5:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
38020+ 05951 | 8:59 AM Vila-real station | 8h18 | 5:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 transfer | |
38014+ 06143 | 9:40 AM Vila-real station | 6h13 | 3:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
38014+ 06123 | 9:40 AM Vila-real station | 4h43 | 2:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
14014+ 06123 | 9:40 AM Vila-real station | 4h43 | 2:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
06503 | Delayed 10:27 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 10:23 AM 10:23 AMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06103 | On time 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 | |
18093+ 05161 | 2:20 PM Vila-real station | 4h18 | 6:38 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
38093+ 06183 | 2:20 PM Vila-real station | 5h33 | 7:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
38093+ 05161 | 2:20 PM Vila-real station | 4h18 | 6:38 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
14022+ 06183 | 3:18 PM Vila-real station | 4h35 | 7:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
38022+ 06183 | 3:18 PM Vila-real station | 4h35 | 7:53 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
38022+ 05181 | 3:18 PM Vila-real station | 5h20 | 8:38 PM Madrid Chamartín | 1 transfer | |
06553 | 3:27 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 5:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
06563 | 3:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 5:53 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 | |
06603 | Delayed 8:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 8:53 PM 8:53 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Vila-real to Madrid run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $2 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 193 miles (311 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 193 miles (311 km) |
Average train duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 6:09 AM |
Last train 9:15 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vila-real 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 Vila-real to Madrid trains use the Vila-Real to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. Use this guide to compare Vila-real and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Vila-Real has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Vila-Real.
ATMs are available at Vila-Real.
Available at Vila-Real: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vila-Real.
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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