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The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Requena
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 03 Nov
- Cheapest price on 03 Nov
- £8
- Average ticket price on 03 Nov
- £17
- Fastest journey on 03 Nov
- 1 h 32 m
- Average journey duration on 03 Nov
- 1 h 35 m
- Trains on 03 Nov
- 8
- Distance
- 245 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Requena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Requena will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Fast trains
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 8 trains from Madrid to Requena, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 37 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.
050646:30 1h37 Madrid Chamartín 8:07 Requena - Utiel £8 1 One-way 0 changes
0514014:30 1h38 Madrid Chamartín 16:08 Requena - Utiel £16 1 One-way 0 changes- 05100
10:30 1h37 Madrid Chamartín 12:07 Requena - Utiel £16 1 One-way 0 changes - 05890
9:42 1h32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 11:14 Requena - Utiel £16 1 One-way 0 changes - 05120
12:30 1h37 Madrid Chamartín 14:07 Requena - Utiel £16 1 One-way 0 changes
- 05890
9:42 1h32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 11:14 Requena - Utiel £16 1 One-way 0 changes - 05990
19:40 1h33 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 21:13 Requena - Utiel £26 1 One-way 0 changes - 05064
6:30 1h37 Madrid Chamartín 8:07 Requena - Utiel £8 1 One-way 0 changes - 05100
10:30 1h37 Madrid Chamartín 12:07 Requena - Utiel £16 1 One-way 0 changes - 05120
12:30 1h37 Madrid Chamartín 14:07 Requena - Utiel £16 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Requena
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Trains from Madrid to Requena run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:30, the last at 21:39. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 1h 32m.
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
Distance 245 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 6:30 |
Last train 21:39 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Madrid to Requena trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Madrid to Requena.
The cost of a train ticket from Madrid to Requena can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £7, while the average price tends to be around £33.
The train journey from Madrid to Requena covers a distance of 245 km and takes approximately 1h 32m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Madrid to Requena is 245 km.
The first train from Madrid to Requena leaves at 6:30.
The last train from Madrid to Requena departs at 21:39.
Trains from Madrid to Requena run approximately 7 times per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Madrid and Requena. The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Renfe AVLO, AVE.
Live departures
Madrid to Requena train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Requena trains for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05140 | On time 14:30 Madrid Chamartín | 1h38 | 16:08 Requena - Utiel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05184 | 18:30 Madrid Chamartín | 1h37 | 20:07 Requena - Utiel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05990 | 19:40 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1h33 | 21:13 Requena - Utiel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05210 | 21:00 Madrid Chamartín | 1h37 | 22:37 Requena - Utiel | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 3 November | |||||
| 05064 | 6:30 Madrid Chamartín | 1h37 | 8:07 Requena - Utiel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05890 | 9:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 1h32 | 11:14 Requena - Utiel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05100 | 10:30 Madrid Chamartín | 1h37 | 12:07 Requena - Utiel | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Madrid to Requena trains with Omio?
Renfe AVLO as well as AVE offer trains services from Madrid to Requena.
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Train companies: AVE, Renfe AVLO from Madrid to Requena trainsAVE, Renfe AVLO trains will get you between Madrid and Requena from £7. 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
1h 32m
Cheapest AVE Price
£16
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
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
1h 37m
Cheapest Renfe AVLO Price
£7
Renfe AVLO frequency
3 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
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Madrid and Requena
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Madrid to Requena.
There is no night train service from Madrid to Requena.
Complete guide to Requena
Things to do in Requena
Discover the best of Requena — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Requena trip today.
- Recommended
Museo Municipal de Requena
Municipal museum introducing local archaeology, art and history in a restored historic building, useful for understanding Requena beyond wine culture.
- Recommended
Museo de Arte Contemporáneo Florencio de la Fuente
Museum focused on contemporary artist Florencio de la Fuente, with painting and cultural exhibitions in a stately setting in the historic centre.
- Must visit
Barrio de la Villa
Requena’s medieval quarter of narrow lanes, arches and stone houses. The best area for wandering, views and access to key historic monuments.
- Recommended
Plaza de la Villa
Historic square at the heart of La Villa, framed by major civic and religious buildings and often the starting point for walking the old quarter.
Plaza del Albornoz
Central square with arcades and everyday local life, useful for a pause between sights and a good place to appreciate Requena’s urban rhythm.
- Gluten-free
Morcilla de Requena
A deeply traditional sausage made during the local matanza, seasoned with spices and known as one of Requena’s best-known charcuterie specialities.
- Gluten-free
Arroz al horno
Baked rice dish with pork, sausages, chickpeas and potatoes, linked to Valencian inland home cooking and festive family meals.
- Gluten-free
Olla requenense
Rustic slow-cooked stew of beans, pork and local sausages, valued in Requena for hearty winter eating and village traditions.
Pago de Tharsys
Winery dining option focused on regional produce and Utiel-Requena wines, with a refined rural atmosphere near the vineyards.
Mesón Fortín
Traditional restaurant in Requena known for regional cooking, local sausages and rice dishes in a classic, welcoming setting.
Restaurante Alejo
Established venue serving Valencian and local cuisine with a rustic atmosphere, suited to trying Requena specialities and local wines.
Euro (€)
Requena is cheaper than major Spanish cities, with modest dining and accommodation costs and limited local transport needs for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for a budget meal.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a mid-range meal.
- Fine dining
- €40-60 per person for fine dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-2.50 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is enough. Taxi tips are optional; rounding up is usual.
Cercanías Renfe
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Prices
- Single ticket
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- Day pass
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To the city centre
Requena-Utiel -> Plaza del Albornoz, Requena
- Distance
- 8 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Requena-Utiel station is outside Requena, so a taxi is usually the most practical way to reach the centre.
- Renfe confirms a taxi stop at Requena-Utiel station. Check train times in the official Cercanías Renfe app before travel.
Plan your visit to Requena
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Requena.
The train journey from Madrid to Requena offers a scenic experience, passing through picturesque landscapes including the rolling hills of Castilla-La Mancha and the vineyards of the Utiel-Requena wine region.
FAQs: Madrid to Requena train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Requena 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 Requena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Booking trains from Madrid to Requena in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Madrid to Requena.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Requena
Most Madrid to Requena trains use the Madrid Chamartín to Requena - Utiel station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Requena train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Madrid
Arrival train stations in Requena
Which Madrid station do trains to Requena leave from?
Trains from Madrid to Requena leave from Madrid Chamartín. The station is 6 km from Madrid city centre at 28036 Madrid, Spain.
Madrid Chamartín28036 Madrid, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Madrid Chamartín from Madrid city centre
Madrid Chamartín is 6 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainC3, C4, C4a, C4b · 11m · £1 · every ~15 min
Ic, Alv, 17041, Re, 18031, 18033, 18035, 18037, 18041, 18043, 18049, 18171, 37091, 37093, 37095, 37097, 37099 · 13m · £1 · every ~2 min
BusN24 · 24m · £3 · every ~11 min
Subway1 · 19m · £2 · every ~24 min
Madrid Chamartín train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Chamartín. Information desks are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid Chamartín: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Chamartín.
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena GrandesGlorieta Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain+34 912432343
City-centre transport
Getting to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from Madrid city centre
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainC3, C4, C4a, C4b · 5m · £1 · every ~15 min
Bus26, 32 · 6m · £1 · every ~60 min
Subway1 · 6m · £2 · every ~24 min
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
Which Requena station do trains from Madrid arrive at?
Trains from Madrid to Requena arrive at Requena - Utiel. Requena - Utiel is 5 km from Requena city centre.
Requena - Utiel
City-centre transport
Getting to Requena - Utiel from Requena city centre
Requena - Utiel is 4 km from Requena city centre. Public transport options include:
BusLocal bus services available
TrainRegional and high-speed train connections
Requena - Utiel train station facilities and services
Requena - Utiel has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Requena - Utiel.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Requena - Utiel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Requena - Utiel: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Requena - Utiel: Ramps, restrooms.
Train stations for Madrid to Requena
Check train stations information for Madrid and Requena, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.
The train station in Madrid that goes to Requena is Madrid Chamartín, and it arrives at Requena - Utiel.
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