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Madrid to Ciudad Real Train Prices and Times

Planning a journey from Madrid to Ciudad Real? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets for as low as KWD 6.660, with average prices for this route around KWD 9.530. We suggest exploring methods like split tickets to ensure you get the most affordable fares.
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 6.660
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From KWD 7.490
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 7.490
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From KWD 7.490
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 7.490
  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 7.490
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15:00
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
15:54
Ciudad Real
54m, Directrenfe
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15:40
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
16:41
Ciudad Real
1h 1m, Directrenfe
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16:35
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
17:30
Ciudad Real
55m, Directrenfe
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17:00
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
17:54
Ciudad Real
54m, Directrenfe
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17:10
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
18:11
Ciudad Real
1h 1m, Directrenfe
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18:10
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
19:11
Paris
1h 1m, Directrenfe
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Madrid to Ciudad Real Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Madrid to Ciudad Real usually begin at KWD 6.660. The average travel time is about 54m, spanning a distance of roughly 100 miles. renfe provides around 21 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
06:11
Last train
Last train
22:15
Departure station
Departure station
Madrid
Arrival station
Arrival station
Ciudad Real
Journey time
Journey time
54m
Distance
Distance
100 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 6.660
Train operators
Train operators
renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

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.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe offers discounts for disabled individuals, providing up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Note that the discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to your ticket depend on the type of ticket and may involve a fee.

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.

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 Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe supports large families in Spain with discounted fares, offering 20% for general and 50% for special category families on AVE and Larga Distancia trains. However, these discounts are not valid on AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. Additionally, single-parent families can enjoy discounts on Rodalies services in Catalonia by presenting a certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Ciudad Real

Renfe's AVE trains offer four service types based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers during their journey. Seating options include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

Each AVE train comes with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and baggage allowance of up to three bags. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or budget-conscious passengers, providing a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are designed for those who seek higher comfort, featuring 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 to Ciudad Real Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Madrid to Ciudad Real, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Madrid to Ciudad Real Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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