- Must visit
Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A cornerstone of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art and a top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$91
Average price
$114
Fastest journey
2 h 8 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Villena to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Villena to Madrid will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $91.
Of the 7 trains that leave Villena for Madrid on Sun, Jun 14, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 14 the direct trains cover the 314 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 8 m .
On Sun, Jun 14 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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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05217Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Villena to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a flight costs an average of $27.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $43 Average price | $65 Average price | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 2m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Villena to Madrid:
A train is $18 (€15) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Villena to Madrid costing on average $43 (€35).
A train is $40 (€32) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Villena to Madrid costing on average $65 (€52).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 32m.
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
The journey is about 59m faster (2h 32m by train vs 3h 31m by car) and roughly $50 (€41) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($25 (€20) vs $75 (€61)). 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 AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe ALVIA, SNCF OUIGO, iryo, Renfe Viajeros.
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 Villena to Madrid trains for today, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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05083 | On time 8:55 AM Villena AV | 2h13 | 11:08 AM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05093 | Delayed 8:00 AM 10:00 AMVillena AV | 2h08 | 12:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04143 | 10:46 AM Villena AV | 2h37 | 1:23 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05817 | Delayed 9:55 AM 11:55 AMVillena AV | 2h13 | 2:08 PM Madrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05143 | Delayed 12:55 PM 2:55 PMVillena AV | 2h13 | 3:08 PM 3:08 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
04181 | Delayed 1:47 PM 3:47 PMVillena AV | 2h34 | 4:21 PM 4:21 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
05863 | Delayed 3:06 PM 5:06 PMVillena AV | 2h11 | 5:17 PM 5:17 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
05903 | Delayed 6:19 PM 8:19 PMVillena AV | 2h13 | 10:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
05217 | Delayed 9:25 PM Villena AV | 2h13 | 9:38 PM 9:38 PMMadrid Chamartín | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Villena to Madrid run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 2h 8m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 8m |
First train 6:10 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
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Spain’s premier art museum, famed for masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and El Greco. A cornerstone of Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art and a top priority for first-time visitors.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum, best known for Picasso’s Guernica alongside major works by Dalí and Miró. Essential for modern and contemporary art lovers.
A major museum spanning European painting from the Renaissance to the 20th century. Its broad collection complements the Prado and Reina Sofía perfectly.
Madrid’s most famous park, ideal for walking, boating, and relaxing among monuments and formal gardens. A top city experience for nearly every visitor.
Madrid’s best-known avenue, lined with historic architecture, theaters, shops, and rooftop views. Energetic by day and night, it is one of the city’s defining walks.
The symbolic heart of Madrid and a major meeting point, home to the Kilómetro Cero marker and famous public celebrations. Constantly busy and central.
Madrid’s signature chickpea stew, traditionally served in stages with broth, vegetables, chickpeas, and assorted meats. It is one of the city’s most emblematic comfort dishes.
A classic Madrid sandwich of fried squid rings in crusty bread, especially associated with bars around Plaza Mayor. It is a simple local staple and iconic snack.
A rich traditional stew made with tripe, chorizo, and morcilla in a paprika-forward sauce. It is a historic tavern dish closely linked to Madrid cuisine.
Prestigious flamenco venue with acclaimed dining, known for refined Spanish cuisine in an intimate historic setting. It combines performance and high-end gastronomy.
Historic traditional restaurant famous for roast suckling pig and Castilian classics. It offers an old-world atmosphere and is one of Madrid’s most iconic dining rooms.
Well-known classic restaurant celebrated for huevos rotos and traditional Spanish cooking. It is a long-established spot with a lively, polished tavern feel.
Moderate for Western Europe. Museums and transport are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafés and 5-10% at restaurants for very good service. Tipping is appreciated, not required.
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