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Museo Nacional del Prado
Spain’s premier art museum houses Velázquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces, making it essential for understanding European painting.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£35
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£63
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 37 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 51 m
Trains on 18 Sept
29
Distance
385 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Antequera to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Antequera to Madrid will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 29 trains from Antequera to Madrid, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 385 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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02197Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Antequera to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a flight costs an average of £71.
Distance: 385 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£35 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price | £70 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Antequera to Madrid:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Antequera to Madrid costing on average £35.
A coach is £49 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Antequera to Madrid costing on average £71.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 31m.
Coach takes on average 4h 57m.
The journey is about 1h 32m faster (3h 31m by train vs 5h 3m by car) and roughly £35 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£35 vs £70). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with AVE, iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Antequera to Madrid trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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03933+ 06097 | On time 8:41 Antequera station | 2h59 | 11:40 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
03933+ 06127 | On time 8:41 Antequera station | 6h21 | 15:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
03933+ 06021 | On time 8:41 Antequera station | 5h41 | 14:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
02087 | On time 11:49 Antequera station | 2h49 | 14:38 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
02087+ 06149 | On time 11:49 Antequera station | 4h50 | 16:39 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
02087+ 06127 | On time 11:49 Antequera station | 3h13 | 15:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
08525+ 06015 | 14:03 Antequera station | 5h01 | 19:04 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
08525+ 06159 | 14:03 Antequera station | 4h12 | 18:15 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
08525+ 06167 | 14:03 Antequera station | 4h21 | 18:24 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
02167+ 06015 | 15:51 Antequera station | 3h13 | 19:04 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
02167 | 15:51 Antequera station | 2h48 | 18:39 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
02167+ 06189 | 15:51 Antequera station | 5h32 | 21:23 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
02167+ 06217 | 15:51 Antequera station | 7h21 | 23:12 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
08575+ 06209 | 17:19 Antequera station | 6h04 | 23:23 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
08575+ 06217 | 17:19 Antequera station | 5h53 | 23:12 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
08575+ 06189 | 17:19 Antequera station | 4h04 | 21:23 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
02197 | 18:52 Antequera station | 3h01 | 21:53 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
02197+ 06217 | 18:52 Antequera station | 4h20 | 23:12 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
02197+ 06209 | 18:52 Antequera station | 4h31 | 23:23 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
08505+ 06209 | 19:08 Antequera station | 4h15 | 23:23 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
08505+ 06217 | 19:08 Antequera station | 4h04 | 23:12 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
02067 | 6:59 Antequera station | 2h37 | 9:36 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
02067+ 06097 | 6:59 Antequera station | 4h41 | 11:40 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
02067+ 06089 | 6:59 Antequera station | 3h49 | 10:48 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
02067+ 06139 | 6:59 Antequera station | 8h40 | 15:39 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
08475+ 06089 | 7:12 Antequera station | 3h36 | 10:48 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
08475+ 06097 | 7:12 Antequera station | 4h28 | 11:40 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
08475+ 06139 | 7:12 Antequera station | 8h27 | 15:39 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1 change | |
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Trains from Antequera to Madrid run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 385 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 385 km |
Average train duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 6:27 |
Last train 21:20 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 4 days |
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Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Antequera to Madrid by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Antequera to Madrid trains use the Antequera AV to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Antequera and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Antequera AV has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Antequera AV.
ATMs are available at Antequera AV.
Available at Antequera AV: WC.
Available at Antequera AV: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Antequera AV.
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
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