Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train with Renfe AVANT

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£12

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£19

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

1 h 3 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

1 h 7 m

Trains on 18 Sept

5

Distance

137 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.

Fast trains

On Fri 18 Sept, we found 5 trains from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, including 5 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 137 km distance in an average of 1 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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.

  • AVE05951
    16:121h05
    Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel
    17:17Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    £121One-way
    0 changes
  • AVE05863
    18:141h03
    Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel
    19:17Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • AVE05903
    21:291h03
    Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel
    22:32Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • Renfe AVANT08072
    6:151h19
    Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel
    7:34Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    £151One-way
    0 changes
  • AVE05871
    8:021h03
    Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel
    9:05Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
    £411One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a train costs an average of £35.

Distance: 137 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£35

Average Price

£19

Average Price

Cheapest

£25

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 8m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 48m

Average total duration

2h 18m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 46m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is a coach with an average price of £19.

This is compared to other travel options from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes:

A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes costing on average £35.

The fastest way to travel from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is by train with an average journey time of 1h 8m.

Other travel options to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 18m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 38m sooner (1h 8m by train vs 1h 46m by car). Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £25 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with AVE, Renfe AVANT, iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train times

The table below shows live departures for Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Renfe AVANT080726:15 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel
1h19
7:34 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes0 changesdirect
iryo06063
On time
7:50 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel
1h03
8:53 Madrid Chamartín
0 changesdirect
AVE058718:02 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel
1h03
9:05 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes0 changesdirect
AVE0595116:12 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel
1h05
17:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes0 changesdirect
AVE0586318:14 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel
1h03
19:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes0 changesdirect
iryo0620320:50 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel
1h03
21:53 Madrid Chamartín0 changesdirect
AVE0590321:29 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel
1h03
22:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes

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Trains from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 19:29. The fastest train covers the 137 km distance in 1h 3m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
137 km
Average train duration
1h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
£12
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
1h 3m
First train
4:15
Last train
19:29
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Renfe AVANT, AVE, iryo from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes trainsRenfe AVANT, AVE, iryo trains will get you between Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Renfe AVANT

About
Renfe AVANT is a high-speed, medium-distance passenger rail service operated by Renfe, Spain's national railway company. These trains provide comfortable and efficient travel on shorter routes, typically less than two hours, connecting different provinces within the same or neighboring autonomous communities. AVANT services operate on high-speed lines, reaching speeds of up to 250 km/h, though some sources mention speeds up to 300 km/h. AVANT trains, such as the series 104, 114, and 121, generally offer a single class configuration (Standard Class or Turista) with air-conditioned comfort. While they may lack some features of longer-distance AVE trains, like a full restaurant car, many have vending machines for snacks and drinks, and some AV City branded services include a cafeteria. Popular routes include Madrid to Toledo, Barcelona to Girona, and Seville to Cordoba.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe AVANT Duration
1h 18m
Cheapest Renfe AVANT Price
£29
Renfe AVANT frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one suitcase included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria service with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
Seat reservation is mandatory and included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free. Dogs must be muzzled and require ticket
Quiet zone

AVE

About
Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe’s high-speed trains. AVE connects major cities across Spain at speeds of up to 310 km/h (193 mph), offering a fast and smooth travel experience. Ticket options include Promo, Promo+, and Flexible fares to suit different budgets, along with discount cards such as the Gold Card and +Renfe Youth 50 Card for eligible travelers. AVE trains feature modern amenities including comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard catering, making them a convenient and enjoyable way to travel across Spain.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average AVE Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest AVE Price
£12
AVE frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. At-seat service in Preferente (First) Class
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets under 10kg in carriers allowed free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone

iryo

About
iryo is a new brand from railway operator ILSA operating in Spain since 2022. iryo uses Frecciarossa 1000 trains which are modern, can travel at up to 360km/h and have a minimal environmental impact. iryo’s Frecciarossa trains have different classes, all of which come with free unlimited WiFi, power sockets, toilets and an onboard entertainment portal where you can watch films and TV series. The main classes are: Infinita Class, Singular Café Class, Singular Class, Inicial Class. These new trains take 2 hours and 30 minutes to travel between Madrid and Barcelona. They depart from Madrid Atocha and Barcelona Sants stations, and stop in Zaragoza along the way. iryo services also cover Madrid, Cuenca, Valencia, Alicante, Córdoba, Seville and Málaga.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average iryo Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest iryo Price
£15
iryo frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (36x56x26cm) and 1 handbag (36x30x10cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead compartments and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with Mediterranean cuisine, at-seat service in both classes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free. Large dogs need paid ticket
Quiet zone

FAQs: Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £35.
The train journey from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes covers a distance of 137 km and takes approximately 1h 3m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 137 km.
The first train from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes leaves at 4:15.
The last train from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes departs at 19:29.
Trains from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.
Yes, there is a direct train between Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by AVE, Renfe AVANT, iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe AVLO, Renfe Viajeros.
To get from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.
The cheapest way to get from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is by train, costing approximately £12.
Booking trains from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Cuenca Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes offers picturesque views of the Spanish countryside, featuring rolling hills, expansive fields, and charming rural landscapes, making it a visually pleasant experience.
A day trip from Cuenca Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is feasible, as the journey takes 1h 3m and trains run 5 times per day. The distance is 137 km.
Yes, you can take the train from Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes

Most Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes trains use the Cuenca Fernando Zóbel to Madrid Chamartín station pair. Use this guide to compare Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Cuenca
Arrival train stations in Madrid
Cuenca Fernando ZóbelCuenca – Fernando Zóbel Railway Station, Cuenca, SpainWifiLockersParkingTaxisAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Cuenca Fernando Zóbel from Cuenca city centre

Cuenca Fernando Zóbel is 3 km from Cuenca city centre. Public transport options include:

BusLine L1 connects the station with the city center
Taxi services available

Cuenca Fernando Zóbel train station facilities and services

Cuenca Fernando Zóbel has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Cuenca Fernando Zóbel. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Cuenca Fernando Zóbel. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Cuenca Fernando Zóbel: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Cuenca Fernando Zóbel: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Cuenca Fernando Zóbel: Elevators, ramps.

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