The cheapest and fastest trains from Cuenca to Madrid
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£29
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cuenca to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cuenca to Madrid will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Of the 26 trains that leave Cuenca for Madrid every day 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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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Compare coach and train for Cuenca to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cuenca to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 139 km
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£13 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Cuenca to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Cuenca to Madrid trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
05131 | On time 13:35 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 14:38 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
05143 | On time 15:05 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 16:08 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
05155 | On time 15:35 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 16:38 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
04181 | On time 16:02 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h19 | 17:21 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
05863 | On time 17:14 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 18:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
05183 | On time 18:05 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 19:08 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
05181 | On time 18:36 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h02 | 19:38 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
05903 | On time 20:29 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 21:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06205 | On time 20:36 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 21:39 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
05215 | On time 21:15 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 22:18 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
06615 | On time 21:23 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h04 | 22:27 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
05217 | On time 21:34 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h04 | 22:38 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
06763 | On time 06:07 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 07:10 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
05871 | On time 07:02 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 08:05 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
05075 | On time 07:35 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 08:38 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
05273 | On time 07:48 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h04 | 08:52 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
06775 | On time 08:19 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h04 | 09:23 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
08312 | On time 08:45 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h18 | 10:03 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
05083 | On time 09:05 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 10:08 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
05095 | On time 09:35 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 10:38 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
05101 | On time 10:35 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 11:38 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
04143 | On time 11:03 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h20 | 12:23 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
05817 | On time 12:04 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h04 | 13:08 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
06115 | On time 12:20 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h03 | 13:23 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
05721 | On time 12:31 Cuenca–Fernando Zóbel | 1h06 | 13:37 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cuenca to Madrid
Trains from Cuenca to Madrid run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 22:45. The fastest train covers the 139 km distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 139 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 06:12 |
Last train 22:45 |
Train companies: AVE, Ouigo, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, iryo, Renfe Intercity, Renfe Avant, Renfe from Cuenca to Madrid trainsAVE, Ouigo, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, iryo, Renfe Intercity, Renfe Avant, Renfe trains will get you between Cuenca and Madrid from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cuenca to Madrid train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cuenca 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cuenca and Madrid
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking available with several spaces for cars.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for high-speed trains to Madrid and Valencia
- Bus: Line L1 connects the station with the city center
- Taxi services available
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
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