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Madrid to Valencia Train Prices and Times

Thinking of traveling from Madrid to Valencia? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just KWD 3.280, with the average price for this route being around KWD 6.650. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
  • Sun, Jun 8
    From KWD 12.020
  • Mon, Jun 9
    From KWD 3.280
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 4.740
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From KWD 4.740
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 5.170
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From KWD 10.560
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 6.920
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06:30
Madrid-Chamartín
08:34
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
2h 4m, Directrenfe
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07:15
Madrid-Chamartín
09:09
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
1h 54m, DirectOUIGO
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08:30
Madrid-Chamartín
10:24
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
1h 54m, Directrenfe
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09:30
Madrid-Chamartín
11:29
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
1h 59m, Directiryo
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09:44
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
11:47
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
2h 3m, Directrenfe
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10:30
Madrid-Chamartín
12:36
Paris
2h 6m, Directrenfe
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Madrid to Valencia Train Route Details

Train tickets from Madrid to Valencia generally start at KWD 3.280. The journey typically takes around 1h 52m and covers a distance of approximately 188 miles. OUIGO, renfe, iryo usually operates 25 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult 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
188 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 3.280
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Children Fare

For children aged 4 to 13, Renfe provides a 40% discount on ticket prices. These children can choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or request refunds according to the ticket type, which might incur a fee. Children under four travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

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

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Advance booking

Booking early can offer you discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the more you save. Trip.com has already highlighted the best prices, making your travel planning straightforward.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. 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, with an applicable fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Valencia

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

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

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

Madrid to Valencia Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Madrid to Valencia, 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 Valencia 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.

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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