- 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.
Cheapest price
£2
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 38 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from La Roda to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from La Roda to Madrid will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
Of the 14 trains that leave La Roda for Madrid every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 188 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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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05083Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from La Roda to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 188 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£25 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for La Roda to Madrid trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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18047 | On time 4:32 La Roda De Albacete | 2h24 | 6:56 Atocha-Cercanías | 0 changesdirect | |
18041 | On time 6:23 La Roda De Albacete | 2h28 | 8:51 Atocha-Cercanías | 0 changesdirect | |
18024+ 05083 | Delayed 6:09 8:09La Roda De Albacete | 2h59 | 9:08 9:08Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
18024+ 04143 | Delayed 6:09 8:09La Roda De Albacete | 5h14 | 11:23 11:23Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
18024+ 05093 | Delayed 6:09 8:09La Roda De Albacete | 3h59 | 12:08 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
18081 · 18043 | On time 12:02 La Roda De Albacete | 8h40 | 20:42 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
18081+ 04181 | Delayed 12:02 La Roda De Albacete | 6h19 | 16:21 16:21Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
18081+ 05183 | Delayed 12:02 La Roda De Albacete | 8h06 | 18:08 18:08Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
18040+ 05193 | On time 17:04 La Roda De Albacete | 4h04 | 21:08 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
18040+ 05217 | Delayed 17:04 La Roda De Albacete | 6h34 | 21:38 21:38Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
18040+ 05183 | Delayed 17:04 La Roda De Albacete | 3h04 | 18:08 18:08Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
18043 | Delayed 17:58 La Roda De Albacete | 2h28 | 18:26 18:26Atocha-Cercanías | 0 changesdirect | |
18181+ 05193 | On time 18:30 La Roda De Albacete | 2h38 | 21:08 Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
18181+ 05217 | Delayed 18:30 La Roda De Albacete | 5h08 | 21:38 21:38Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
18042+ 05217 | Delayed 18:59 20:59La Roda De Albacete | 2h39 | 21:38 21:38Madrid Chamartín | 1 change | |
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Trains from La Roda to Madrid run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 21:50. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 4:15 |
Last train 21:50 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
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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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Iconic churrería serving Madrid’s classic chocolate con churros around the clock in a bustling, traditional setting.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from La Roda 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 La Roda to Madrid trains use the La Roda De Albacete to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Use this guide to compare La Roda and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
La Roda De Albacete is 2 km from La Roda city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
La Roda De Albacete has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at La Roda De Albacete.
ATMs are available at La Roda De Albacete.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Roda De Albacete.
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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