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Planning a trip from Valencia to Madrid? Trip.com offers Trenitalia and Italo tickets starting from just $8.60, with the average price for this route around $24.00! Find the best deals for the next 7 days in the table below, starting today.

Cheapest train of the day
$8.60
21:1223:18
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$8.60
Thu19Feb
Cheapest train of the day
$20.87
06:0908:10
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$20.87
Fri20Feb
Cheapest train of the day
$18.41
15:2717:23
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$18.41
Sat21Feb
Cheapest train of the day
$21.78
06:0908:10
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$21.78
Sun22Feb
Cheapest train of the day
$18.41
20:5722:53
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$18.41
Mon23Feb
Cheapest train of the day
$11.06
21:1223:18
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$11.06
Tue24Feb
Cheapest train of the day
$11.06
21:1223:18
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$11.06
Wed25Feb
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Valencia to Madrid train timetable

Thinking of traveling from Valencia to Madrid? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just $8.60, with the average price for this route being around $24.00. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
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08:12
1h 56m, Direct
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
10:08
Madrid-Chamartín
iryo
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08:42
1h 56m, Direct
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
10:38
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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09:32
2h 6m, Direct
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
11:38
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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10:27
1h 56m, Direct
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
12:23
Madrid-Chamartín
OUIGO_ESP
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10:32
2h 6m, Direct
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
12:38
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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10:57
1h 56m, Direct
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
12:53
Paris
iryo
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Valencia to Madrid Train Route Details

The Valencia to Madrid train ticket is typically from $8.60. The average travel time is 1h 56m, covering a distance of approximately 188 miles. There are usually 28 daily trains provided by OUIGO_ESP, iryo, RENFE. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
06:09
Last train
Last train
21:12
Departure city
Departure city
Arrival city
Arrival city
Journey time
Journey time
1h 56m
Distance
Distance
188 miles
Price
Price
From $8.60
Train operators
Train operators
OUIGO_ESP, iryo, RENFE

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers a variety of discounts for AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers, granting special benefits across numerous routes. Availability is limited and depends on the route, time of travel, and specific conditions.

Spanish train offers

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe grants a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children can select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or get refunds according to the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Advance booking

You can enjoy discounts of up to 70% by booking in advance. Popular routes allow bookings up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the sooner you book, the cheaper it will be. Trip.com has marked the lowest prices for you, easing your travel arrangements.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains will receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for approval. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Young people aged 14 to 25 can enjoy up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card, valid for a year and non-transferable, offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the policies for changes and refunds.

Onboard Renfe trains from Valencia to Madrid

Renfe trains, particularly AVE models, offer four service categories based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Valencia to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Valencia to Madrid, listed by price from lowest to highest: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type offers different levels of refund and change services.

Valencia to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Básico

For the most budget-friendly option on AVE trains, choose Básico, though it does not permit refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

On AVE trains, the Elige Estándar fare costs slightly more than the Básico fare. This ticket type allows for 70% refunds, one free ticket change and includes many extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort, which is marginally more expensive than Elige Estándar, features wider seats and allows for refunds and changes.

Prémium

The Prémium fare is the most costly, offering the benefit of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in advance

    Book in advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • Buy a return ticket

    Buy a return ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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