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Madrid-Chamartín to Valencia Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Madrid-Chamartín to Valencia? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from KWD 4.000, with the typical price for this route being about KWD 6.510. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • Mon, Jun 16
    From KWD 5.520
  • Tue, Jun 17
    From KWD 4.000
  • Wed, Jun 18
    From KWD 4.060
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From KWD 4.410
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From KWD 6.990
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From KWD 10.260
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From KWD 12.860
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06:30
Madrid-Chamartín
08:34
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
2h 4m, Directrenfe
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06:45
Madrid-Chamartín
08:39
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
1h 54m, Directiryo
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07:15
Madrid-Chamartín
09:09
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
1h 54m, DirectOUIGO
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07:30
Madrid-Chamartín
09:30
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
2h 0m, Directrenfe
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08:30
Madrid-Chamartín
10:24
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
1h 54m, Directrenfe
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09:00
Madrid-Chamartín
11:47
Paris
2h 47m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Madrid-Chamartín to Valencia Train Route Details

For the route from Madrid-Chamartín to Valencia, train tickets usually start at KWD 4.000. The trip takes about 1h 52m on average, covering around 189 miles. OUIGO, renfe, iryo typically runs 28 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
06:30
Last train
Last train
21:15
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 52m
Distance
Distance
189 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 4.000
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25 with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. The card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. With this scheme, you can enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE International trains, or 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: during weekdays, you can get a 25% discount, while on weekends, you can receive a 40% discount. Note that all services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets. The same applies to whether changes and refunds are allowed.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers 40% off ticket fares for children under 14. Children are able to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and to make changes or refunds based on the ticket type chosen, although this may incur a fee. Children under four years old travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat and must sit on the lap of an adult passenger. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, the age limit for free travel without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe provides discounts for large families in Spain, offering 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE (high-speed) and Larga Distancia (long-distance) trains. However, these discounts do not apply to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. For single-parent families, discounts are valid only on Rodalies trains in Catalonia when using the relevant certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe's discounts for disabled people offer up to 40% off, though you will need to spend €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Please note that the discount on Avant trains is greater on weekends. If you wish to refund or change your ticket, it will depend on the type of ticket chosen and may incur a fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Chamartín to Valencia

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.

Madrid-Chamartín to Valencia Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Madrid-Chamartín to Valencia, 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.

Madrid-Chamartín to Valencia 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

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    Book in Advance

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  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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