- Must visit
Museo de la Minería de Puertollano
Key local museum on mining history, geology and industry. It explains how coal shaped Puertollano and is the city’s essential cultural visit.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£42
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 9 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 11 m
Trains on 18 Sept
15
Distance
195 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Puertollano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Puertollano will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 15 trains from Madrid to Puertollano, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 195 km distance in an average of 1 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 13 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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02124Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Puertollano among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £18 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, while a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 195 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration 1h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Puertollano:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Madrid to Puertollano costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Puertollano take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 53m.
The journey is about 59m faster (1h 27m by train vs 2h 26m by car) and roughly £17 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£18 vs £35). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Renfe AVANT, Renfe AVLO, AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Puertollano trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 Madrid | 1h09 | 7:09 Puertollano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:10 Madrid | 1h20 | 7:30 Puertollano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:10 Madrid | 1h09 | 8:19 Puertollano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:40 Madrid | 1h20 | 15:00 Puertollano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Madrid | 1h12 | 15:12 Puertollano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:40 Madrid | 1h20 | 16:00 Puertollano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:10 Madrid | 1h20 | 17:30 Puertollano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:10 Madrid | 1h20 | 19:30 Puertollano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:05 Madrid | 1h10 | 21:15 Puertollano | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:15 Madrid | 1h20 | 21:35 Puertollano | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Madrid to Puertollano run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:04, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 195 km distance in 1h 8m.
Distance 195 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 8m |
First train 6:04 |
Last train 22:34 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
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Best time to book 21 days |
Discover the best of Puertollano — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Puertollano trip today.
Key local museum on mining history, geology and industry. It explains how coal shaped Puertollano and is the city’s essential cultural visit.
Municipal exhibition venue hosting rotating art and cultural displays. A good choice for seeing current local programming in a central location.
Art space in the Casa de Baños cultural complex, usually used for temporary exhibitions. Worth checking for local artists and themed displays.
Well-known central avenue for shopping and daily activity. It works well as a walking route linking several of the city’s main public spaces.
Main civic square framed by important public buildings and everyday city life. A practical starting point for exploring central Puertollano on foot.
Popular central square known for its fountain and social atmosphere. It is one of the best places to pause and observe local life.
A rich game stew from Castilla-La Mancha, usually with hare or rabbit, peppers and herbs. It reflects the hunting traditions of the inland plains.
Thick porridge made with almorta flour, garlic, paprika and often pork pieces. A humble shepherds’ dish long linked to La Mancha’s rural cooking.
A hearty stew of chickpeas, vegetables and pork products, traditionally eaten in colder months. It is a classic home-style meal in Ciudad Real province.
Established restaurant focused on Spanish cuisine and grilled specialities, with a more polished dining room for a longer meal.
Traditional restaurant serving regional Castilian-La Mancha dishes, grilled meats and set menus in a classic, comfortable setting.
Well-known local venue for tapas, raciones and casual meals, with a lively atmosphere suited to sampling regional favourites.
More affordable than larger Spanish city breaks. Hotels, meals and local transport are usually reasonably priced for travellers.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. In cafés, small change is enough. For taxis, round up the fare.
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Estación de Puertollano -> Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Puertollano
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Puertollano 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 Puertollano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid to Puertollano trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Puertollano station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Puertollano train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Puertollano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante La Mafia, Parrilla Leña y Carbón
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Puertollano. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Puertollano. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Puertollano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Puertollano: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Puertollano: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Puertollano, Hotel Verona, Hotel Cabañas.
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