
1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- Meals to buy
- Snacks to buy
- Air-conditioned
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£11
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 28 m
Trains on 18 Sept
15
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Ávila station is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Ávila station will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 15 trains from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Ávila station, including 15 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 86 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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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18911
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18061Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Ávila station among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 86 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Ávila station:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Ávila station costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Ávila station take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 36m.
Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £27 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £16. The journey takes 1h 36m versus 1h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Renfe MD, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Príncipe Pío to Ávila station 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18001 | On time 6:40 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h38 | 8:18 Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18901 | On time 7:40 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h27 | 9:07 Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18061 | 9:06 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h31 | 10:37 Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18903 | On time 11:10 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h28 | 12:38 Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18063 | On time 12:25 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h40 | 14:05 Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18905 | On time 13:40 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h29 | 15:09 Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18907 | On time 15:25 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h44 | 17:09 Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18003 | On time 16:26 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h32 | 17:58 Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18065 | On time 17:06 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h40 | 18:46 Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18913 | On time 17:53 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h45 | 19:38 Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18005 | On time 18:23 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h44 | 20:07 Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18909 | On time 19:37 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h33 | 21:10 Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18007 | On time 20:25 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h41 | 22:06 Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
18911 | On time 21:10 Madrid Príncipe Pío | 1h26 | 22:36 Ávila station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Ávila station run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:26, the last at 18:25. The fastest train covers the 86 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 86 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 6:26 |
Last train 18:25 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Príncipe Pío to Ávila station 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 Ávila station, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Madrid Príncipe Pío to Ávila station trains use the Madrid Príncipe Pío to Avila station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid Príncipe Pío and Ávila station train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Madrid Príncipe Pío is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid Príncipe Pío 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Casa Mingo, Café de Oriente, Noodles King
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid Príncipe Pío: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Príncipe Pío, Acta Madfor Hotel, Hotel Exe Moncloa.
Avila is 1 km from Ávila city centre. Public transport options include:
Avila has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Avila.
ATMs are available at Avila.
Ticket office support is available at Avila. Information desks are available at Avila.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Avila: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Avila.
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