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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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- Cercanías22:391h20Sant Gabriel23:59Murcia Del Carmen£41One-way0 changes
- Cercanías17:391h21Sant Gabriel19:00Murcia Del Carmen£41One-way0 changes
- Cercanías9:191h21Sant Gabriel10:40Murcia Del Carmen£41One-way0 changes
- Cercanías10:591h21Sant Gabriel12:20Murcia Del Carmen£41One-way0 changes
- Cercanías15:591h21Sant Gabriel17:20Murcia Del Carmen£41One-way0 changes
Popular Cercanías routes
Gandia to Valencia train
from £5
Direct trains available
1h06 average duration
47trains per day
Served by
- Cercanías
- Renfe
Jerez de la Frontera to Cádiz train
from £4
Direct trains available
0h35 average duration
27trains per day
Served by
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe MD
- Cercanías
- Renfe
Murcia to Alicante train
from £0.91
Direct trains available
0h48 average duration
37trains per day
Served by
- AVE
- Renfe AVANT
- Renfe MD
- Renfe AVLO
- SNCF OUIGO
- Renfe
- Cercanías
- Renfe INTERCITY
Elche to Alicante train
from £2
Direct trains available
0h20 average duration
38trains per day
Served by
- Cercanías
- Renfe INTERCITY
- SNCF OUIGO
- Renfe AVANT
- Renfe AVLO
- AVE
- Renfe MD
- Renfe
Alicante to Murcia train
from £4
Direct trains available
0h45 average duration
40trains per day
Served by
- Renfe
- Renfe INTERCITY
- Renfe AVANT
- Renfe AVLO
- Cercanías
- SNCF OUIGO
- Renfe MD
- AVE
Castelló de la Plana to Valencia train
from £5
Direct trains available
0h46 average duration
76trains per day
Served by
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe
- Renfe EUROMED
- Renfe INTERCITY
- Cercanías
- AVE
Alicante to Elche train
from £2
Direct trains available
0h19 average duration
41trains per day
Served by
- Renfe MD
- Renfe INTERCITY
- SNCF OUIGO
- Cercanías
- Renfe AVANT
- AVE
- Renfe
- Renfe AVLO
Valencia to Xàtiva train
from £4
Direct trains available
0h40 average duration
73trains per day
Served by
- Renfe INTERCITY
- Renfe
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe MD
- Cercanías
Valencia to Gandia train
from £5
Direct trains available
1h05 average duration
71trains per day
Served by
- Cercanías
- Renfe
Valencia to Castelló de la Plana train
from £4
Direct trains available
0h54 average duration
68trains per day
Served by
- AVE
- Renfe INTERCITY
- Renfe
- Renfe EUROMED
- Renfe ALVIA
- 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
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Free WiFi.
Lockers
- Offered through an independent company.
Dining
- Cafestore
- Candy & go
- Gambrinus
- Máquinas Vending
- Upper Crust
Accessibility
- Adapted for deaf persons
Hotel
- Eurostar Centrum Alicante
- Old Town Alicante B&B
- Casa Alberola Alicante, Curio Collection by Hilton
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 05:15 - 24:00
Information Desk
- Look for the "i" symbol
Public transport options for Alicante-Terminal
- Bus lines: C1, C6, 06, 09
- Train lines: L1, L2, C1, C3
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available from Calle Industria
Dining
- Restaurante El Churra
- La Pequeña Taberna
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
WC
- €0.60
Hotel
- Hotel Nelva
- Catalonia Conde de Floridablanca
- Hotel Arco de San Juan
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-6 for trains to various destinations
- Hall 2: ticketing and waiting area
Public transport options for Murcia Del Carmen
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1
- Taxi services available
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