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The cheapest and fastest trains from Guadalajara to Madrid

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct

Cheapest price on 13 Oct

£5

Average ticket price on 13 Oct

£5

Fastest journey on 13 Oct

36 m

Average journey duration on 13 Oct

39 m

Trains on 13 Oct

166

Distance

51 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Guadalajara to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Guadalajara to Madrid will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.

Fast trains

On Tue 13 Oct, we found 166 trains from Guadalajara to Madrid, including 109 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 36 m .

The slowest trains will take 41 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.

C2:21609 · C7:21821
7:572h14
Guadalajara station
10:11Madrid Príncipe Pío
£51One-way
1 change
C2:21603
5:261h16
Guadalajara station
6:42Madrid Chamartín
£51One-way
0 changes
C2:35979 · C7:21855
16:262h12
Guadalajara station
18:38Madrid Príncipe Pío
£51One-way
1 change
C7:21817
7:082h01
Guadalajara station
9:09Madrid Príncipe Pío
£51One-way
0 changes
C2:21505 · C7:21817
6:122h57
Guadalajara station
9:09Madrid Príncipe Pío
£51One-way
1 change

Journey information

Overview: Train from Guadalajara to Madrid

Spain

Trains from Guadalajara to Madrid run on average 120 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.

There are 79 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 30m.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £3

Distance

51 km

Average train duration

1h 20m

Cheapest ticket price

£5

Trains per day

120

Direct trains

Fastest train

30m

First train

0:01

Last train

23:58

Cheapest Month

Feb

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Jul - Sept

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Thu

Least Busy Day

Wed

Best time to book

14 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £3

Live departures

Guadalajara to Madrid train times

The table below shows live departures for Guadalajara to Madrid trains for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
C2:75627 · C7:75853	15:56 Guadalajara station	2h16	18:12 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:75627	15:56 Guadalajara station	1h02	16:58 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75627	15:56 Guadalajara station	1h16	17:12 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:75519	16:22 Guadalajara station	1h02	17:24 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75519 · C7:75855	16:22 Guadalajara station	2h20	18:42 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:75519	16:22 Guadalajara station	1h16	17:38 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:75629 · C7:75857	16:56 Guadalajara station	2h16	19:12 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:75629	16:56 Guadalajara station	1h02	17:58 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75629	16:56 Guadalajara station	1h16	18:12 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:75631	17:27 Guadalajara station	1h02	18:29 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75631 · C7:75859	17:27 Guadalajara station	2h15	19:42 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:75631	17:27 Guadalajara station	1h16	18:43 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:75633	17:56 Guadalajara station	1h02	18:58 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75633 · C7:75861	17:56 Guadalajara station	2h15	20:11 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:75633	17:56 Guadalajara station	1h16	19:12 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:75635 · C7:75863	18:25 Guadalajara station	2h17	20:42 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:75635	18:25 Guadalajara station	1h02	19:27 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75635	18:25 Guadalajara station	1h16	19:41 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:75637 · C7:75865	18:56 Guadalajara station	2h16	21:12 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:75637	18:56 Guadalajara station	1h02	19:58 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75637	18:56 Guadalajara station	1h16	20:12 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:75521	19:22 Guadalajara station	1h02	20:24 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75521 · C7:75867	19:22 Guadalajara station	2h20	21:42 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:75521	19:22 Guadalajara station	1h16	20:38 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:75639	19:56 Guadalajara station	1h02	20:58 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75639 · C7:75869	19:56 Guadalajara station	2h16	22:12 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:75639	19:56 Guadalajara station	1h16	21:12 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:75523 · C7:75871	20:27 Guadalajara station	2h15	22:42 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:75523	20:27 Guadalajara station	1h02	21:29 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75523	20:27 Guadalajara station	1h16	21:43 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:75641 · C7:75873	20:56 Guadalajara station	2h16	23:12 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:75641	20:56 Guadalajara station	1h02	21:58 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75641	20:56 Guadalajara station	1h16	22:12 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:75525 · C7:75875	21:29 Guadalajara station	2h15	23:44 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:75525	21:29 Guadalajara station	1h02	22:31 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75525	21:29 Guadalajara station	1h16	22:45 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:75643 · C7:75877	21:58 Guadalajara station	2h14	0:12 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:75643	21:58 Guadalajara station	1h02	23:00 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75643	21:58 Guadalajara station	1h16	23:14 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:75527	22:25 Guadalajara station	1h02	23:27 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75527	22:25 Guadalajara station	1h16	23:41 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
00610	22:35 Guadalajara-Yebes	0h47	23:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
C2:75529	22:57 Guadalajara station	1h02	23:59 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:75529	22:57 Guadalajara station	1h16	0:13 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
03310	23:04 Guadalajara-Yebes	0h40	23:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
C2:21601 · C7:21817	4:57 Guadalajara station	4h12	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21601	4:57 Guadalajara station	1h02	5:59 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21601	4:57 Guadalajara station	1h16	6:13 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21501 · C7:21817	5:16 Guadalajara station	3h53	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21501	5:16 Guadalajara station	1h02	6:18 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21501	5:16 Guadalajara station	1h16	6:32 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21603	5:26 Guadalajara station	1h16	6:42 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21603	5:26 Guadalajara station	1h02	6:28 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21603 · C7:21817	5:26 Guadalajara station	3h43	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21503	5:35 Guadalajara station	1h17	6:52 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21503	5:35 Guadalajara station	1h02	6:37 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21503 · C7:21817	5:35 Guadalajara station	3h34	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21605 · C7:21817	5:55 Guadalajara station	3h14	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21605	5:55 Guadalajara station	1h02	6:57 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21605	5:55 Guadalajara station	1h17	7:12 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:35975 · C7:21817	6:03 Guadalajara station	3h06	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:35975	6:03 Guadalajara station	0h57	7:00 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:35975 · C7:21817	6:03 Guadalajara station	2h07	8:10 Atocha-Cercanías	1 change
C2:21505 · C7:21817	6:12 Guadalajara station	2h57	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21505	6:12 Guadalajara station	1h02	7:14 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21505	6:12 Guadalajara station	1h17	7:29 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21509 · C7:21817	6:25 Guadalajara station	2h44	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21509	6:25 Guadalajara station	1h17	7:42 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21509	6:25 Guadalajara station	1h02	7:27 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:35981 · C7:21817	6:33 Guadalajara station	2h36	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:35981	6:33 Guadalajara station	0h57	7:30 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:35981 · C7:21817	6:33 Guadalajara station	1h37	8:10 Atocha-Cercanías	1 change
C2:21511	6:42 Guadalajara station	1h02	7:44 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21511 · C7:21817	6:42 Guadalajara station	2h27	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21511	6:42 Guadalajara station	1h17	7:59 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21607 · C7:21817	6:57 Guadalajara station	2h12	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21607	6:57 Guadalajara station	1h02	7:59 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21607	6:57 Guadalajara station	1h17	8:14 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C7:21817	7:08 Guadalajara station	2h01	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	0 changesdirect
C7:21817	7:08 Guadalajara station	1h17	8:25 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C7:21817	7:08 Guadalajara station	1h02	8:10 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:35991	7:16 Guadalajara station	0h57	8:13 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:35991 · C7:21821	7:16 Guadalajara station	1h56	9:12 Atocha-Cercanías	1 change
C2:35991 · C7:21821	7:16 Guadalajara station	2h55	10:11 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21513	7:22 Guadalajara station	1h17	8:39 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21513 · C7:21821	7:22 Guadalajara station	2h49	10:11 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21513	7:22 Guadalajara station	1h02	8:24 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21517	7:35 Guadalajara station	1h17	8:52 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21517	7:35 Guadalajara station	1h02	8:37 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21517 · C7:21821	7:35 Guadalajara station	2h36	10:11 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:35983 · C7:21821	7:41 Guadalajara station	2h30	10:11 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:35983 · C7:21821	7:41 Guadalajara station	1h31	9:12 Atocha-Cercanías	1 change
C2:35983	7:41 Guadalajara station	0h57	8:38 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21609 · C7:21821	7:57 Guadalajara station	2h14	10:11 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21609	7:57 Guadalajara station	1h02	8:59 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21609	7:57 Guadalajara station	1h17	9:14 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C7:21821	8:10 Guadalajara station	1h02	9:12 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C7:21821	8:10 Guadalajara station	2h01	10:11 Madrid Príncipe Pío	0 changesdirect
C7:21821	8:10 Guadalajara station	1h17	9:27 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21519 · C7:21823	8:27 Guadalajara station	2h08	10:35 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21519	8:27 Guadalajara station	1h02	9:29 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21519	8:27 Guadalajara station	1h17	9:44 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21523 · C7:21825	8:42 Guadalajara station	2h28	11:10 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21523	8:42 Guadalajara station	1h16	9:58 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21523	8:42 Guadalajara station	1h02	9:44 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21611 · C7:21825	8:58 Guadalajara station	2h12	11:10 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21611	8:58 Guadalajara station	1h16	10:14 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21611	8:58 Guadalajara station	1h02	10:00 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
03062	9:01 Guadalajara-Yebes	0h39	9:40 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
C2:21527 · C7:21827	9:28 Guadalajara station	2h08	11:36 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21527	9:28 Guadalajara station	1h16	10:44 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21527	9:28 Guadalajara station	1h02	10:30 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21613	9:58 Guadalajara station	1h02	11:00 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21613	9:58 Guadalajara station	1h16	11:14 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21613 · C7:21829	9:58 Guadalajara station	2h13	12:11 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
03272	10:19 Guadalajara-Yebes	0h36	10:55 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
C2:21529	10:26 Guadalajara station	1h02	11:28 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21529	10:26 Guadalajara station	1h16	11:42 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21529 · C7:21831	10:26 Guadalajara station	2h08	12:34 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21615	10:56 Guadalajara station	1h02	11:58 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21615 · C7:21833	10:56 Guadalajara station	2h08	13:04 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21615	10:56 Guadalajara station	1h16	12:12 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21531	11:26 Guadalajara station	1h16	12:42 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21531	11:26 Guadalajara station	1h02	12:28 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21531 · C7:21835	11:26 Guadalajara station	2h15	13:41 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21617 · C7:21837	11:55 Guadalajara station	2h10	14:05 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21617	11:55 Guadalajara station	1h16	13:11 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21617	11:55 Guadalajara station	1h02	12:57 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21533 · C7:21839	12:25 Guadalajara station	2h12	14:37 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21533	12:25 Guadalajara station	1h02	13:27 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21533	12:25 Guadalajara station	1h16	13:41 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21619 · C7:21841	12:56 Guadalajara station	2h11	15:07 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21619	12:56 Guadalajara station	1h02	13:58 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21619	12:56 Guadalajara station	1h17	14:13 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
03304	13:05 Guadalajara-Yebes	0h39	13:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
C2:21535	13:12 Guadalajara station	1h02	14:14 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21535	13:12 Guadalajara station	1h17	14:29 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21535 · C7:21843	13:12 Guadalajara station	2h25	15:37 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:35985 · C7:21843	13:20 Guadalajara station	2h17	15:37 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:35985 · C7:21843	13:20 Guadalajara station	1h18	14:38 Atocha-Cercanías	1 change
C2:35985	13:20 Guadalajara station	0h57	14:17 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21621 · C7:21843	13:27 Guadalajara station	2h10	15:37 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21621	13:27 Guadalajara station	1h02	14:29 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21621	13:27 Guadalajara station	1h17	14:44 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21623	13:57 Guadalajara station	1h17	15:14 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21623 · C7:21845	13:57 Guadalajara station	2h10	16:07 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21623	13:57 Guadalajara station	1h02	14:59 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21539 · C7:21847	14:12 Guadalajara station	2h16	16:28 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21539	14:12 Guadalajara station	1h17	15:29 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21539	14:12 Guadalajara station	1h02	15:14 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21541	14:40 Guadalajara station	1h02	15:42 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21541 · C7:21849	14:40 Guadalajara station	2h25	17:05 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21541	14:40 Guadalajara station	1h16	15:56 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21627	14:57 Guadalajara station	1h02	15:59 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21627	14:57 Guadalajara station	1h16	16:13 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21627 · C7:21849	14:57 Guadalajara station	2h08	17:05 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
03122	15:03 Guadalajara-Yebes	0h41	15:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
00602	15:23 Guadalajara-Yebes	0h41	16:04 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
C2:21545	15:27 Guadalajara station	1h02	16:29 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21545	15:27 Guadalajara station	1h16	16:43 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21545 · C7:21851	15:27 Guadalajara station	2h08	17:35 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
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Train companies: Cercanías, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, Renfe INTERCITY from Guadalajara to Madrid trainsCercanías, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, Renfe INTERCITY trains will get you between Guadalajara and Madrid from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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

30m

Cheapest AVE Price

£7

AVE frequency

5 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

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Renfe ALVIA

About

Renfe Alvia are high-speed trains with top speeds of up to 250km/h operated by Renfe, Spain’s national railway company. Alvia trains cover most cities in Spain, including Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, Valencia, Alicante, Zaragoza and Cadiz. They are somewhat slower than Renfe AVE and AVLO (high-speed and low cost) but cover more destinations and are a comfortable and effective way of travelling around Spain. Onboard facilities include free WIFI, bike storage and luggage allowance. Alvia trains have two seat classes – Estándar and Confort. Top routes for Renfe Alvia include Barcelona to Pamplona, Madrid to Cádiz and Alicante to Gijón.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Renfe ALVIA Duration

32m

Cheapest Renfe ALVIA Price

£5

Renfe ALVIA frequency

2 a day

Luggage included

1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage included

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated luggage areas

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 car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in Preferente class

Seat reservation

Included in Preferente (First) class. Optional extra cost in Turista (Second) class

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding/alighting

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be muzzled and leashed, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

Renfe INTERCITY

About

Renfe Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Spanish national railway company, Renfe. It operates throughout Spain, connecting major cities and towns with frequent departures throughout the day. The Intercity service offers a variety of train types, including the Alvia and Talgo, all of which offer comfortable seating and modern amenities. Alvia and Talgo offer fast trains but not as fast the high-speed trains like AVE, offering more stops. Passengers can choose from a range of ticket types, including Economy, Business, and First Class. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe Intercity include Madrid to Barcelona, Madrid to Seville, and Barcelona to Valencia.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Renfe INTERCITY Duration

47m

Cheapest Renfe INTERCITY Price

£15

Renfe INTERCITY frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of checked luggage

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the ends of carriages

Cancellation Policy

According to ticket conditions and fare type

Refund

Full refund if train is canceled by Renfe

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cafeteria car with drinks, snacks, and hot meals. At-seat service in First Class

Seat reservation

Optional seat reservation with additional fee. Included in some premium tickets

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/disembarking

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket

Quiet zone

Renfe AVLO

About

Renfe Avlo is Spain’s low-cost high-speed rail service operated by the national rail company Renfe. Serving routes between major cities such as Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona, Valencia, Tarragona, Girona, and Figueres, Avlo trains reach speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). All tickets are for Economy Class (“Básica”) with assigned seating and include onboard services such as free Wi-Fi, entertainment via the PlayRenfe app, power sockets, and vending machines. Child tickets are available for ages 0–13, while passengers aged 14 and over require an adult ticket. Each fare includes a backpack and hand luggage (55x35x25 cm, no weight limit), with the option to upgrade for extra baggage. Prices start from as low as €7, making Avlo a budget-friendly way to travel between Spain’s most popular destinations.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Renfe AVLO Duration

33m

Cheapest Renfe AVLO Price

£6

Renfe AVLO frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

1 cabin bag (55x35x25cm) and 1 personal item (35x30x20cm)

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and spaces between seats

Cancellation Policy

According to fare conditions

Refund

Full refund if train is canceled

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes

Seat reservation

Seat reservation included in ticket price

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and assistance available

Pets

Small pets in carriers under 10kg allowed free. Service animals allowed

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Cercanías

About

Cercanías is the commuter rail service operated by Renfe, Spain's national railway company, connecting metropolitan areas across the country. Established in 1989, it aims to provide frequent and high-capacity transportation for daily commuters and travelers. Cercanías operates in 12 urban areas, including Madrid, Barcelona (where it's known as Rodalies), Valencia (Rodalia), and Bilbao (Aldiriak). The service integrates with other public transport systems like metro networks, simplifying urban and suburban travel. Ticket options include single, return, and 10-journey \Bonotren\" tickets, with prices varying by zone. A notable feature is the \"Combinado Cercanías,\" offering free transfers on Cercanías trains when purchasing long-distance or high-speed AVE tickets. Cercanías trains typically run from early morning until around midnight."

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Cercanías Duration

57m

Cheapest Cercanías Price

£5

Cercanías frequency

110 a day

Luggage included

You can carry up to 3 pieces of hand luggage onto the train, provided that the sum of the three does not exceed 25 kg or 290 cm.

Cancellation Policy

Single tickets can only be cancelled at station ticket offices within 2 hours of purchase, provided they haven't been used.

Refund

If a train is cancelled due to a strike, Renfe will allow passengers to travel on another train or cancel/change their ticket free of charge.

Amenities on board the train

USB plugs

Accessibility

The new trains will provide increased access for passengers with reduced mobility, as well as to visually or hearing impaired travelers.

Pets

Pets are allowed (dogs, cats and birds) with no weight limit and provided they are on a lead and with a muzzle.

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Complete guide to Madrid

Things to do in Madrid

Discover the best of Madrid — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Madrid trip today.

Must visit

Museo Nacional del Prado

Spain’s premier art museum houses Velázquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces, making it essential for understanding European painting.

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Must visit

Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia

Madrid’s leading modern art museum is famed for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections of Dalí, Miró and 20th-century works.

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Must visit

Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza

This refined museum features major works by Titian, Rubens and Caravaggio in a manageable collection inside a grand palace.

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Euro (€)

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.

Average meal costs

Budget: €8-15 for fast food or menú del día.
Mid-range: €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining: €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
Coffee: €1.80-3.50 for coffee or cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Guadalajara to Madrid train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guadalajara 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.

The cost of a train ticket from Guadalajara to Madrid can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £6.

The train journey from Guadalajara to Madrid covers a distance of 51 km and takes approximately 30m. Trains run 120 per day.

The train distance from Guadalajara to Madrid is 51 km.

The first train from Guadalajara to Madrid leaves at 0:01.

The last train from Guadalajara to Madrid departs at 23:58.

Trains from Guadalajara to Madrid run approximately 120 times per day.

Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Guadalajara to Madrid.

Yes, there is a direct train between Guadalajara and Madrid. The service operates 79 times per day, provided by Cercanías, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO, Renfe INTERCITY.

There is no night train service from Guadalajara to Madrid.

The train station in Guadalajara that goes to Madrid is Guadalajara station, and it arrives at Madrid Chamartín.

Booking trains from Guadalajara to Madrid in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.

The train journey from Guadalajara to Madrid offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, with views of the Spanish countryside and the transition from scenic rural areas to the bustling city atmosphere of Madrid.

Yes, you can take the train from Guadalajara to Madrid.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Guadalajara and Madrid

Most Guadalajara to Madrid trains use the Guadalajara to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Use this guide to compare Guadalajara and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Guadalajara

Arrival train stations in Madrid

Which Guadalajara station do trains to Madrid leave from?

Trains from Guadalajara to Madrid leave from Guadalajara. The station is 2 km from Guadalajara city centre at 19004 Guadalajara, Spain.

Guadalajara19004 Guadalajara, Spain Parking

City-centre transport

Getting to Guadalajara from Guadalajara city centre

Guadalajara is 1 km from Guadalajara city centre. Public transport options include:

BusJocotepec · 9m · £0.89 · every ~2 min

C125-V1, C125-V2, C128a-V1, C129, C130, T11b, Lm-V01 · 11m · £0.89 · every ~95 min

C125-V1 · 16m · £0.89 · every ~13 min

C125-V1 · 17m · £0.89 · every ~13 min

T18-1-Lopez, T18-1-Terranova · 51m · £0.89 · every ~44 min

Guadalajara train station facilities and services

Guadalajara has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Hotel.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Guadalajara.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Guadalajara: Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Guadalajara.

More about Guadalajara

Guadalajara-YebesGuadalajara–Yebes railway station, Yebes, Guadalajara, Spain+34 912 43 23 43 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Guadalajara-Yebes from Guadalajara city centre

Guadalajara-Yebes is 6 km from Guadalajara city centre. Public transport options include:

BusSeveral lines available from Guadalajara city center to the station

Guadalajara-Yebes train station facilities and services

Guadalajara-Yebes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.