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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 12 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£35
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
3 h 22 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
3 h 42 m
Trains on 12 Sept
5
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cáceres to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cáceres to Madrid will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 5 trains from Cáceres to Madrid, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 250 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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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17907Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cáceres to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, while a flight costs an average of £78.
Distance: 250 km
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price | £78 Average Price | £45 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 58m Average total duration 3h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cáceres to Madrid:
A train is £10 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Cáceres to Madrid costing on average £36.
A train is £52 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cáceres to Madrid costing on average £78.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 28m.
Coach takes on average 5h 0m.
Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £45 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £19. The journey takes 3h 28m versus 3h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe MD, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Cáceres to Madrid trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 5:25 Cáceres | 3h21 | 8:46 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:50 Cáceres | 3h43 | 15:33 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:50 Cáceres | 3h43 | 16:33 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:54 Cáceres | 3h11 | 20:05 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:59 Cáceres | 3h19 | 20:18 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:54 Cáceres | 3h11 | 21:05 Madrid | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Cáceres to Madrid run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 19:08. The fastest train covers the 250 km distance in 3h 16m.
Distance 250 km |
Average train duration 3h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 3h 16m |
First train 6:09 |
Last train 19:08 |
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A busy central avenue known for theatres, shops and illuminated façades, ideal for architecture, nightlife and classic city views.
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Deep-fried squid rings served in a crusty bread roll, a classic fast bite around Plaza Mayor and one of Madrid’s best-known snacks.
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Iconic churrería serving Madrid’s classic chocolate con churros around the clock in a bustling, traditional setting.
Moderate for Western Europe. Rooms, meals and Metro fares are usually cheaper than Paris or London, but central hotels and popular dining areas raise costs.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, leaving small change is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cáceres 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 Cáceres to Madrid trains use the Cáceres to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Use this guide to compare Cáceres and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Cáceres is 2 km from Cáceres city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Cáceres has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Cáceres.
ATMs are available at Cáceres.
Ticket office support is available at Cáceres.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Cáceres: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Cáceres: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cáceres.
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.
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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