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Cercanías
About
Cercanías is the commuter rail service operated by Renfe, Spain's national railway company, connecting metropolitan areas across the country. Established in 1989, it aims to provide frequent and high-capacity transportation for daily commuters and travelers. Cercanías operates in 12 urban areas, including Madrid, Barcelona (where it's known as Rodalies), Valencia (Rodalia), and Bilbao (Aldiriak). The service integrates with other public transport systems like metro networks, simplifying urban and suburban travel. Ticket options include single, return, and 10-journey \Bonotren\" tickets, with prices varying by zone. A notable feature is the \"Combinado Cercanías,\" offering free transfers on Cercanías trains when purchasing long-distance or high-speed AVE tickets. Cercanías trains typically run from early morning until around midnight."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
You can carry up to 3 pieces of hand luggage onto the train, provided that the sum of the three does not exceed 25 kg or 290 cm.
Cancellation Policy
Single tickets can only be cancelled at station ticket offices within 2 hours of purchase, provided they haven't been used.
Refund
If a train is cancelled due to a strike, Renfe will allow passengers to travel on another train or cancel/change their ticket free of charge.
Amenities on board the train
USB plugs
Accessibility
The new trains will provide increased access for passengers with reduced mobility, as well as to visually or hearing impaired travelers.
Bikes
Each person can travel with one bicycle, placed in designated spaces, and if the train is too crowded, you can wait for the next train or get a refund.
Pets
Pets are allowed (dogs, cats and birds) with no weight limit and provided they are on a lead and with a muzzle.
Popular Routes
Cercanías train tickets
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Cercanías
10:501h21
Murcia Del Carmen12:11Sant Gabriel
£41One-way
0 changes
Cercanías
10:501h33
Murcia Del Carmen12:23Alicante-Terminal
£51One-way
0 changes
Cercanías
09:101h21
Murcia Del Carmen10:31Sant Gabriel
£41One-way
0 changes
Cercanías
09:101h33
Murcia Del Carmen10:43Alicante-Terminal
£51One-way
0 changes
Cercanías
12:301h21
Murcia Del Carmen13:51Sant Gabriel
£41One-way
0 changes
Popular Cercanías routes
Gandia to Valencia train
from £5
Direct trains available
1h13 average duration
42trains per day
Served by
- Cercanías
- Renfe
Torremolinos to Málaga train
from £2
Direct trains available
0h19 average duration
124trains per day
Served by
- Cercanías
- Renfe
Guadalajara to Madrid train
from £5
Direct trains available
0h32 average duration
58trains per day
Served by
- Cercanías
- Renfe
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe Intercity
- AVE
- Renfe AVLO
Murcia to Alicante train
from £4
Direct trains available
0h54 average duration
24trains per day
Served by
- Cercanías
- Ouigo
- Renfe (13)
- Renfe
- Renfe Avant
- Renfe AVLO
- AVE
- Renfe Intercity
Madrid to El Escorial train
from £4
Direct trains available
0h52 average duration
65trains per day
Served by
- Cercanías
- Renfe
Fuengirola to Málaga train
from £3
Direct trains available
0h42 average duration
126trains per day
Served by
- Cercanías
- Renfe
Valencia to Xàtiva train
from £4
Direct trains available
0h43 average duration
33trains per day
Served by
- Renfe ALVIA
- Cercanías
- Renfe
- Renfe Intercity
- Renfe (13)
Madrid to Navacerrada train
from £3
Direct trains available
1h06 average duration
51trains per day
Valencia to Gandia train
from £5
Direct trains available
1h08 average duration
43trains per day
Served by
- Cercanías
Valencia to Castelló de la Plana train
from £5
Direct trains available
0h51 average duration
36trains per day
Served by
- Renfe EUROMED
- AVE
- Renfe
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe Intercity
- Cercanías
Cercanías FAQs
Everything you need to know to travel with Cercanías: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more

Cercanías provides regional rail service in Spain, connecting cities with their suburban areas, including routes around major cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia.
Cercanías services typically depart from various main train stations in major Spanish cities, such as Madrid's Atocha and Charmartín stations.
For purchasing your Cercanías train tickets, it's advisable to check https://www.omio.com for availability and pricing closer to your travel date, as tickets for Cercanías often do not sell out in advance.
For purchasing your Cercanías train tickets, it's advisable to check https://www.omio.com for availability and pricing closer to your travel date, as tickets for Cercanías often do not sell out in advance.
For domestic travel with Cercanías, a valid photo ID, such as a national identity card, is typically sufficient, and a passport is not usually required unless it is your primary form of identification.
Cercanías typically offers non-refundable tickets; however, specific refund policies may vary based on promotional terms and ticket conditions at the time of purchase.
station information and facilities
Most popular Cercanías train stations
Amenities at train station
information
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 05:30 - 00:00
Lockers
- Equipped with lockers (Service is temporarily suspended for health reasons)
Dining
- De pans
- Hiper Asia
- La Cervecería de la Estación
- Yummy
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible mobility assistance staff.
Hotel
- Casual del Cine Valencia
- Vincci Lys
- AC Hotel Colon Valencia
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 05:30 - 00:00
Information Desk
- In the lobby area.
Public transport options for Valencia-Estacio Del Nord
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Cercanias lines: C1, C2, C3, C5, C6
- Train lines: Intercity, Media Distancia, Talgo, Regional, Regional Express
Amenities at train station
Madrid Aeropuerto T4






Amenities at train station
