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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
£37
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
374 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Balsicas to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Balsicas to Madrid will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £37.
To travel from Balsicas to Madrid you need to make at least one change.
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05817Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Balsicas to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, and a coach costs an average of £52.
Distance: 374 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £52 Average Price | £44 Average Price |
4h 54m Average total duration 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Balsicas to Madrid trains for tomorrow, Thursday 6 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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14541+ 05843 | On time 5:32 Balsicas-Mar Menor | 11h06 | 16:38 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
14541+ 05763 | Delayed 5:32 Balsicas-Mar Menor | 3h39 | 7:11 7:11Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
14541+ 05817 | On time 5:32 Balsicas-Mar Menor | 8h36 | 14:08 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
35604+ 05817 | On time 7:10 Balsicas-Mar Menor | 6h58 | 14:08 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
38604+ 05843 | 7:10 Balsicas-Mar Menor | 9h28 | 16:38 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
38604+ 05817 | On time 7:10 Balsicas-Mar Menor | 6h58 | 14:08 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
14515+ 05817 | On time 9:23 Balsicas-Mar Menor | 4h45 | 14:08 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
14515+ 05843 | 9:23 Balsicas-Mar Menor | 7h15 | 16:38 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
37460+ 05843 | 12:19 Balsicas-Mar Menor | 4h19 | 16:38 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
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Trains from Balsicas to Madrid run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 20:39. The fastest train covers the 374 km distance in 2h 44m.
Distance 374 km |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 44m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 20:39 |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Balsicas 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 Balsicas to Madrid trains use the Murcia Del Carmen to Madrid Chamartín station pair. Use this guide to compare Balsicas and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Chamartín has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
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