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The cheapest and fastest trains from Guadalajara to Madrid

Showing times and prices for 15 Jul

Cheapest price

£5

Average price

£5

Fastest journey

36 m

Average duration

39 m

Trains per day

161

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

Of the 161 trains that leave Guadalajara for Madrid every day 110 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

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.

C2:21611
8:581h16
Guadalajara station
10:14Madrid Chamartín
£51One-way
0 changes
C2:21519
8:271h17
Guadalajara station
9:44Madrid Chamartín
£51One-way
0 changes
C2:21613
9:581h16
Guadalajara station
11:14Madrid Chamartín
£51One-way
0 changes
C2:35985 · C7:21843
13:202h17
Guadalajara station
15:37Madrid Príncipe Pío
£51One-way
1 change
C2:21609
7:571h17
Guadalajara station
9:14Madrid Chamartín
£51One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Guadalajara to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Guadalajara to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £3, and a train costs an average of £5.

Distance: 51 km

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Most popular Train	Coach
£5 Average Price	£4 Average Price Cheapest
1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Guadalajara to Madrid train times

The table below shows live departures for Guadalajara to Madrid trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
C2:21519	8:27 Guadalajara station	1h17	9:44 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
C2:21523	8:42 Guadalajara station	1h16	9:58 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	1h02	9:44 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21611	8:58 Guadalajara station	1h16	10:14 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21611 · C7:21825	8:58 Guadalajara station	2h12	11:10 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21611	8:58 Guadalajara station	1h02	10:00 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
03062	Delayed 7:11 9:01Guadalajara-Yebes	0h39	7:49 7:49Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
C2:21527	9:28 Guadalajara station	1h02	10:30 Atocha-Cercanías	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
C2:21613 · C7:21829	9:58 Guadalajara station	2h13	12:11 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
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
03272	Delayed 8:19 10:19Guadalajara-Yebes	0h36	8:55 8:55Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
C2:21529	10:26 Guadalajara station	1h16	11:42 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21529	10:26 Guadalajara station	1h02	11:28 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21529 · C7:21831	10:26 Guadalajara station	2h08	12:34 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
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
C2:21615	10:56 Guadalajara station	1h02	11:58 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21531 · C7:21835	11:26 Guadalajara station	2h15	13:41 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
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
C2:21617	11:55 Guadalajara station	1h16	13:11 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21617 · C7:21837	11:55 Guadalajara station	2h10	14:05 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21617	11:55 Guadalajara station	1h02	12:57 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21533	12:25 Guadalajara station	1h02	13:27 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	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	Delayed 11:05 13:05Guadalajara-Yebes	0h39	13:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
C2:21535	13:12 Guadalajara station	1h17	14:29 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21535	13:12 Guadalajara station	1h02	14:14 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21535 · C7:21843	13:12 Guadalajara station	2h25	15:37 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:35985	13:20 Guadalajara station	0h57	14:17 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:35985 · C7:21843	13:20 Guadalajara station	1h18	14:38 Atocha-Cercanías	1 change
C2:35985 · C7:21843	13:20 Guadalajara station	2h17	15:37 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21621	13:27 Guadalajara station	1h02	14:29 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21621 · C7:21843	13:27 Guadalajara station	2h10	15:37 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21621	13:27 Guadalajara station	1h17	14:44 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	1h17	15:14 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21623	13:57 Guadalajara station	1h02	14:59 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21539	14:12 Guadalajara station	1h17	15:29 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21539 · C7:21847	14:12 Guadalajara station	2h16	16:28 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
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	14:40 Guadalajara station	1h16	15:56 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21541 · C7:21849	14:40 Guadalajara station	2h25	17:05 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21627 · C7:21849	14:57 Guadalajara station	2h08	17:05 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21627	14:57 Guadalajara station	1h16	16:13 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21627	14:57 Guadalajara station	1h02	15:59 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
03122	Delayed 13:03 15:03Guadalajara-Yebes	0h41	15:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
00602	Delayed 13:23 15:23Guadalajara-Yebes	0h41	14:04 14:04Madrid-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
C2:21629 · C7:21853	15:57 Guadalajara station	2h09	18:06 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21629	15:57 Guadalajara station	1h16	17:13 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21629	15:57 Guadalajara station	1h02	16:59 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:35987	16:10 Guadalajara station	0h57	17:07 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:35987 · C7:21855	16:10 Guadalajara station	1h31	17:41 Atocha-Cercanías	1 change
C2:35987 · C7:21855	16:10 Guadalajara station	2h28	18:38 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21549 · C7:21855	16:31 Guadalajara station	2h07	18:38 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21549	16:31 Guadalajara station	1h02	17:33 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21549	16:31 Guadalajara station	1h16	17:47 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21631 · C7:21857	16:57 Guadalajara station	2h08	19:05 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21631	16:57 Guadalajara station	1h02	17:59 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21631	16:57 Guadalajara station	1h16	18:13 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21553	17:26 Guadalajara station	1h02	18:28 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21553 · C7:21859	17:26 Guadalajara station	2h11	19:37 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21553	17:26 Guadalajara station	1h16	18:42 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21635	17:57 Guadalajara station	1h02	18:59 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21635	17:57 Guadalajara station	1h17	19:14 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21635 · C7:21861	17:57 Guadalajara station	2h10	20:07 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:35979	18:15 Guadalajara station	0h57	19:12 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:35979 · C7:21863	18:15 Guadalajara station	1h23	19:38 Atocha-Cercanías	1 change
C2:35979 · C7:21863	18:15 Guadalajara station	2h22	20:37 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21637	18:27 Guadalajara station	1h02	19:29 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21637	18:27 Guadalajara station	1h17	19:44 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21637 · C7:21863	18:27 Guadalajara station	2h10	20:37 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21639 · C7:21865	18:56 Guadalajara station	2h11	21:07 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21639	18:56 Guadalajara station	1h02	19:58 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21639	18:56 Guadalajara station	1h17	20:13 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21563 · C7:21867	19:27 Guadalajara station	2h08	21:35 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21563	19:27 Guadalajara station	1h17	20:44 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21563	19:27 Guadalajara station	1h02	20:29 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21641	19:52 Guadalajara station	1h16	21:08 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21641 · C7:21869	19:52 Guadalajara station	2h14	22:06 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21641	19:52 Guadalajara station	1h02	20:54 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21569	20:28 Guadalajara station	1h16	21:44 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21569	20:28 Guadalajara station	1h02	21:30 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21569 · C7:21871	20:28 Guadalajara station	2h13	22:41 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21643 · C7:21873	20:57 Guadalajara station	2h08	23:05 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21643	20:57 Guadalajara station	1h02	21:59 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21643	20:57 Guadalajara station	1h16	22:13 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21571	21:29 Guadalajara station	1h02	22:31 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21571 · C7:21875	21:29 Guadalajara station	2h12	23:41 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21571	21:29 Guadalajara station	1h16	22:45 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21645	21:55 Guadalajara station	1h16	23:11 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21645 · C7:21877	21:55 Guadalajara station	2h10	0:05 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21645	21:55 Guadalajara station	1h02	22:57 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21573	22:27 Guadalajara station	1h16	23:43 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21573	22:27 Guadalajara station	1h02	23:29 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
00610	On time 22:35 Guadalajara-Yebes	0h47	23:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
C2:21575	22:59 Guadalajara station	1h02	0:01 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21575	22:59 Guadalajara station	1h16	0:15 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
03310	Delayed 21:04 23:04Guadalajara-Yebes	0h40	23:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes	0 changesdirect
Wednesday 15 July
C2:21601 · C7:21817	4:57 Guadalajara station	4h12	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21601	4:57 Guadalajara station	1h16	6:13 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21601	4:57 Guadalajara station	1h02	5:59 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
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
C2:21501 · C7:21817	5:16 Guadalajara station	3h53	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
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	1h17	7:12 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21605	5:55 Guadalajara station	1h02	6:57 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:35975 · C7:21817	6:03 Guadalajara station	2h07	8:10 Atocha-Cercanías	1 change
C2:35975	6:03 Guadalajara station	0h57	7:00 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:35975 · C7:21817	6:03 Guadalajara station	3h06	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
C2:21505 · C7:21817	6:12 Guadalajara station	2h57	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21509	6:25 Guadalajara station	1h17	7:42 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	1h02	7:27 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:35981	6:33 Guadalajara station	0h57	7:30 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
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	6:57 Guadalajara station	1h17	8:14 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21607	6:57 Guadalajara station	1h02	7:59 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21607 · C7:21817	6:57 Guadalajara station	2h12	9:09 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
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
C2:21513 · C7:21821	7:22 Guadalajara station	2h49	10:11 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21513	7:22 Guadalajara station	1h17	8:39 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21513	7:22 Guadalajara station	1h02	8:24 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:35977	7:25 Guadalajara station	0h57	8:22 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:21517 · C7:21821	7:35 Guadalajara station	2h36	10:11 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
C2:21517	7:35 Guadalajara station	1h02	8:37 Atocha-Cercanías	0 changesdirect
C2:21517	7:35 Guadalajara station	1h17	8:52 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
C2:35983	7:41 Guadalajara station	0h57	8:38 Madrid Chamartín	0 changesdirect
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
C2:21609 · C7:21821	7:57 Guadalajara station	2h14	10:11 Madrid Príncipe Pío	1 change
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
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The best time to book your train from Guadalajara to Madrid is 14 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Guadalajara to Madrid route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Guadalajara to Madrid per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Guadalajara to Madrid.

Trains

from £14

Coaches

from £3

Journey information

Overview: Train from Guadalajara to Madrid

Spain

Trains from Guadalajara to Madrid run on average 102 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £3 by coach.

There are 64 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 34m.

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

44m

Cheapest ticket price

£5

Trains per day

102

Direct trains

Fastest train

34m

First train

0:01

Last train

23:58

Cheapest Month

Feb

Cheapest Day

Fri

High Season

Oct - Dec

Low Season

Apr - Jun

Busiest Day

Sun

Least Busy Day

Tue

Best time to book

14 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £3

Train companies: Cercanías, Renfe, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO from Guadalajara to Madrid trainsCercanías, Renfe, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO 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.

Renfe

About

Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Duration

49m

Cheapest Price

£3

Renfe frequency

1 a day

Luggage included

One piece of hand luggage and up to three suitcases free of charge

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and spaces between seats

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car (cafeteria) available on most long-distance trains serving hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. First class passengers receive at-seat service

Seat reservation

Optional seat reservation. Included in some ticket types, additional fee for others. Recommended during peak travel times

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available for passengers with reduced mobility

Pets

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

Quiet zone

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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 Duration

34m

Cheapest Price

£21

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

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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 Duration

33m

Cheapest Price

£10

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 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 Duration

34m

Cheapest Price

£3

Renfe AVLO frequency

2 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 Duration

1h 2m

Cheapest Price

£5

Cercanías frequency

124 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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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 £5.

The train journey from Guadalajara to Madrid covers a distance of 51 km and takes approximately 34m. Trains run 102 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 102 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 64 times per day, provided by Cercanías, Renfe, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe AVLO.

To get from Guadalajara to Madrid, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.

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.

The cheapest way to get from Guadalajara to Madrid is by coach, costing approximately £3.

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, a day trip from Guadalajara to Madrid is feasible as the journey takes only 34m, with a distance of 51 km. Trains run 58 times per day.

In Madrid, visit the bustling Puerta del Sol for its iconic clock and vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy a variety of gourmet foods at Mercado de San Miguel and explore the lively nightlife in the Malasaña district. Experience traditional Spanish culture by attending a flamenco show. Sports enthusiasts can visit the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium for a tour or a football match. Discover artistic masterpieces at the Prado Museum and explore the opulent Royal Palace of Madrid. Relax in Retiro Park, admire the Plaza Mayor, and enjoy shopping or entertainment along Gran Vía.

To fully experience Madrid, 3 to 4 days are recommended, allowing time to explore its cultural landmarks, vibrant neighbourhoods, and rich culinary scene.

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 · £0.90 · every ~2 min

C125-V1, C125-V2, C128a-V1, C129, C130, T11b, Lm-V01 · 11m · £0.90 · every ~95 min

C125-V1 · 16m · £0.90 · every ~13 min

C125-V1 · 17m · £0.90 · every ~13 min

T18-1-Lopez, T18-1-Terranova · 51m · £0.90 · 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.