Orihuela to Madrid train with AVE

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Orihuela to Madrid

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 16 Sept

Cheapest price on 16 Sept

£17

Average ticket price on 16 Sept

£36

Fastest journey on 16 Sept

2 h 31 m

Average journey duration on 16 Sept

2 h 54 m

Trains on 16 Sept

7

Distance

352 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Orihuela to Madrid will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.

Fast trains

On Wed 16 Sept, we found 7 trains from Orihuela to Madrid, including 7 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 352 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 31 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 21 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.

  • SNCF OUIGO
    11:392h44
    Orihuela
    14:23Madrid
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • Renfe AVLO
    8:473h21
    Orihuela
    12:08Madrid
    £171One-way
    0 changes
  • AVE
    13:072h31
    Orihuela
    15:38Madrid
    £261One-way
    0 changes
  • Renfe AVLO
    9:473h21
    Orihuela
    13:08Madrid
    £351One-way
    0 changes
  • AVE
    12:072h31
    Orihuela
    14:38Madrid
    £461One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Orihuela to Madrid

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Orihuela to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £36 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £36, while a coach costs an average of £54.

Distance: 352 km

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2h 59m

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The cheapest way to travel from Orihuela to Madrid is a train with an average price of £36.

This is compared to other travel options from Orihuela to Madrid:

A train is £18 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Orihuela to Madrid costing on average £54.

A train is £19 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Orihuela to Madrid costing on average £54.

The fastest way to travel from Orihuela to Madrid is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 28m.

Other travel options to Madrid take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 59m.

Coach takes on average 4h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Orihuela and Madrid including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 9m faster (2h 59m by train vs 4h 8m by car) and roughly £27 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£36 vs £62). 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 AVE, iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Viajeros.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Orihuela to Madrid train times

The table below shows live departures for Orihuela to Madrid trains for today, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
AVE05863
On time
16:00 Orihuela-Miguel Hernández
3h17
19:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
0 changesdirect
AVE0590319:11 Orihuela-Miguel Hernández
3h21
22:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes0 changesdirect
Wednesday 16 September
Renfe AVLO8:47 Orihuela
3h21
12:08 Madrid0 changesdirect
Renfe AVLO9:47 Orihuela
3h21
13:08 Madrid0 changesdirect
SNCF OUIGO11:39 Orihuela
2h44
14:23 Madrid0 changesdirect
AVE12:07 Orihuela
2h31
14:38 Madrid0 changesdirect
AVE13:07 Orihuela
2h31
15:38 Madrid0 changesdirect

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AVE as well as Renfe AVLO, iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Viajeros and more offer trains services from Orihuela to Madrid.
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  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Renfe AVLO, iryo, SNCF OUIGO or Renfe Viajeros to find the best option for your trip from Orihuela to Madrid.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Orihuela to Madrid

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Trains from Orihuela to Madrid run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 20:39. The fastest train covers the 352 km distance in 2h 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
Distance
352 km
Average train duration
2h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
£13
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
2h 30m
First train
6:15
Last train
20:39
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
28 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

Train companies: AVE, Renfe AVLO, iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Viajeros from Orihuela to Madrid trainsAVE, Renfe AVLO, iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Orihuela and Madrid from £13. 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
2h 30m
Cheapest AVE Price
£13
AVE frequency
1 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

What's included in each class

Compare AVE classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
Renfe AVE
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Food available
  • Extra legroom
  • Cabin luggage
2nd Class
Renfe AVE
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Food available
  • Cabin luggage

iryo

About
iryo is a new brand from railway operator ILSA operating in Spain since 2022. iryo uses Frecciarossa 1000 trains which are modern, can travel at up to 360km/h and have a minimal environmental impact. iryo’s Frecciarossa trains have different classes, all of which come with free unlimited WiFi, power sockets, toilets and an onboard entertainment portal where you can watch films and TV series. The main classes are: Infinita Class, Singular Café Class, Singular Class, Inicial Class. These new trains take 2 hours and 30 minutes to travel between Madrid and Barcelona. They depart from Madrid Atocha and Barcelona Sants stations, and stop in Zaragoza along the way. iryo services also cover Madrid, Cuenca, Valencia, Alicante, Córdoba, Seville and Málaga.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average iryo Duration
2h 25m
Cheapest iryo Price
£41
iryo frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (36x56x26cm) and 1 handbag (36x30x10cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead compartments and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with Mediterranean cuisine, at-seat service in both classes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free. Large dogs need paid ticket
Quiet zone

What's included in each class

Compare iryo classes and the amenities included in each one.

Infinita
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Meals to buy
  • Snacks to buy
  • Combinado Cercanias
  • Cabin luggage
  • Backpack
Inicial
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Meals to buy
  • Snacks to buy
  • Combinado Cercanias
  • Cabin luggage
  • Backpack
Singular
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Meals to buy
  • Snacks to buy
  • Cabin luggage
  • Backpack
  • Luggage
Singular Only You
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Meals to buy
  • Snacks to buy
  • Cabin luggage
  • Backpack
  • Luggage

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
3h 21m
Cheapest Renfe AVLO Price
£17
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

What's included in each class

Compare Renfe AVLO classes and the amenities included in each one.

2nd Class
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Cabin luggage
  • Backpack
2nd Class with Extra Luggage
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Cabin luggage
  • Backpack
  • Luggage

SNCF OUIGO

About
SNCF OUIGO is a low-cost train service launched in 2013 by SNCF, the French national railway company. It offers budget-friendly travel on both high-speed (Ouigo Grande Vitesse) and conventional (Ouigo Vitesse Classique) lines in France, and also to Belgium and Spain. OUIGO trains are characterized by a \no-frills\" approach, featuring a single class of seating and minimal onboard amenities to keep ticket prices low. While the high-speed services utilize specially reconfigured TGV trains, Ouigo Vitesse Classique uses older locomotive-hauled rolling stock for even cheaper fares on slower routes."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCF OUIGO Duration
2h 44m
Cheapest SNCF OUIGO Price
£13
SNCF OUIGO frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (max 36x27x15cm) and 1 small bag included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by OUIGO
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 mandatory and included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45x30x25cm) for €5. Large dogs not allowed except guide dogs

What's included in each class

Compare SNCF OUIGO classes and the amenities included in each one.

OUIGO Essential with extra luggage
  • Power plugs
  • 1 Handbag (36x27x15cm max.)
  • Cabin luggage (55x35x25cm max.)
  • XL luggage (200cm, 25kg max.)
  • Snacks to buy
OUIGO ESSENTIEL
  • Power plugs
  • 1 Handbag (36x27x15cm max.)
  • Cabin luggage (55x35x25cm max.)
  • Snacks to buy
OUIGO PLUS
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • 1 Handbag (36x27x15cm max.)
  • Cabin luggage (55x35x25cm max.)
  • XL luggage (200cm, 25kg max.)
  • Snacks to buy
OUIGO Plus with extra luggage
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • 1 Handbag (36x27x15cm max.)
  • Cabin luggage (55x35x25cm max.)
  • 2 pieces of XL luggage (200cm, 25kg max.)
  • Snacks to buy

Renfe Viajeros

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Renfe Viajeros Duration
3h 21m
Cheapest Renfe Viajeros Price
£36
Renfe Viajeros frequency
1 a day

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FAQs: Orihuela to Madrid train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Orihuela to Madrid can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £13, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The train journey from Orihuela to Madrid covers a distance of 352 km and takes approximately 2h 30m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Orihuela to Madrid is 352 km.
The first train from Orihuela to Madrid leaves at 6:15.
The last train from Orihuela to Madrid departs at 20:39.
Trains from Orihuela to Madrid run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Orihuela to Madrid.
Yes, there is a direct train between Orihuela and Madrid. The service operates 5 times per day, provided by AVE, iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Viajeros.
To get from Orihuela to Madrid, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Orihuela to Madrid.
The train station in Orihuela that goes to Madrid is Orihuela-Miguel Hernández, and it arrives at Madrid Chamartín.
The cheapest way to get from Orihuela to Madrid is by train, costing approximately £13.
Booking trains from Orihuela 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 Orihuela to Madrid offers diverse scenery, including views of the Spanish countryside, agricultural landscapes, and occasional glimpses of small towns, providing a pleasant visual backdrop for travellers.
A day trip from Orihuela to Madrid is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 30m. However, there are 5 trains per day covering the 352 km distance.
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 Orihuela to Madrid.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Orihuela and Madrid

Most Orihuela to Madrid trains use the Orihuela Miguel Hernández to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. Use this guide to compare Orihuela and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Orihuela
Arrival train stations in Madrid

Which Orihuela station do trains to Madrid leave from?

Trains from Orihuela to Madrid leave from Orihuela Miguel Hernández. The station is 1 km from Orihuela city centre at 03300 Orihuela, Alicante, Spain.
Orihuela Miguel Hernández03300 Orihuela, Alicante, SpainParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityHotelTicket Office

Orihuela Miguel Hernández train station facilities and services

Orihuela Miguel Hernández has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel and Ticket Office.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Orihuela Miguel Hernández.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Orihuela Miguel Hernández.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Orihuela Miguel Hernández.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Orihuela Miguel Hernández: Parking, Taxis.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Orihuela Miguel Hernández.

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