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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 on 18 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 22 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 25 m
Trains on 18 Sept
9
Distance
108 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Talavera de la Reina to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Talavera de la Reina to Madrid will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 9 trains from Talavera de la Reina to Madrid, including 9 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 27 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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00291
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37091Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Talavera de la Reina to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 108 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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 Talavera de la Reina to Madrid:
A train is £1 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Talavera de la Reina to Madrid costing on average £12.
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 33m.
Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £18 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 1h 28m versus 1h 26m 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, Renfe ALVIA, 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 Talavera de la Reina to Madrid 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17026 | On time 15:53 Talavera de la Reina station | 1h40 | 17:33 Atocha-Cercanías | 0 changesdirect | |
35807 | 18:33 Talavera de la Reina station | 1h43 | 20:16 Atocha-Cercanías | 0 changesdirect | |
17907 | 18:33 Talavera de la Reina station | 1h43 | 20:16 Atocha-Cercanías | 0 changesdirect | |
00295 | 20:55 Talavera de la Reina station | 1h22 | 22:17 Atocha-Cercanías | 0 changesdirect | |
37095 | 20:55 Talavera de la Reina station | 1h22 | 22:17 Atocha-Cercanías | 0 changesdirect | |
17707 | 5:37 Talavera de la Reina station | 1h35 | 7:12 Atocha-Cercanías | 0 changesdirect | |
17021 | 8:44 Talavera de la Reina station | 1h33 | 10:17 Atocha-Cercanías | 0 changesdirect | |
00291 | 9:19 Talavera de la Reina station | 1h27 | 10:46 Atocha-Cercanías | 0 changesdirect | |
37091 | 9:19 Talavera de la Reina station | 1h27 | 10:46 Atocha-Cercanías | 0 changesdirect | |
00293 | 10:26 Talavera de la Reina station | 1h25 | 11:51 Atocha-Cercanías | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Talavera de la Reina to Madrid run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 108 km |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 5:37 |
Last train 21:30 |
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Spain’s premier art museum houses Velázquez, Goya and El Greco masterpieces, making it essential for understanding European painting.
Madrid’s leading modern art museum is famed for Picasso’s Guernica and strong collections of Dalí, Miró and 20th-century works.
This refined museum features major works by Titian, Rubens and Caravaggio in a manageable collection inside a grand palace.
Madrid’s most famous park offers lakes, gardens, sculptures and broad promenades, perfect for walking, rowing and people-watching.
This grand boulevard links major museums and historic fountains, making it one of the city’s most elegant and culture-rich walks.
A busy central avenue known for theatres, shops and illuminated façades, ideal for architecture, nightlife and classic city views.
A hearty chickpea stew with meats, vegetables and soup, long associated with Madrid taverns and traditional lunchtime dining.
Deep-fried squid rings served in a crusty bread roll, a classic fast bite around Plaza Mayor and one of Madrid’s best-known snacks.
Madrid-style tripe stew with chorizo and morcilla, rich and slow-cooked, traditionally eaten in colder months.
Traditional bar celebrated for excellent tortilla española and honest Madrid-style tapas in a lively, no-frills atmosphere.
Historic tavern famed for roast suckling pig and classic Castilian dishes in an old-fashioned, atmospheric setting near Plaza Mayor.
Iconic churrería serving Madrid’s classic chocolate con churros around the clock in a bustling, traditional setting.
Moderate for Western Europe. Rooms, meals and Metro fares are usually cheaper than Paris or London, but central hotels and popular dining areas raise costs.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, leaving small change is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Talavera de la Reina 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 Talavera de la Reina to Madrid trains use the Talavera De La Reina to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid Chamartín. Use this guide to compare Talavera de la Reina and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Talavera De La Reina has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and Ticket Office.
Food and drink options are available at Talavera De La Reina.
ATMs are available at Talavera De La Reina.
Ticket office support is available at Talavera De La Reina.
Available at Talavera De La Reina: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Talavera De La Reina.
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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