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The cheapest and fastest trains from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£45
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 56 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 56 m
Trains on 18 Sept
12
Distance
278 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Fast trains
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 12 trains from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 278 km distance in an average of 1 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 56 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.
067636:092h01Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla8:10Madrid Chamartín£301One-way0 changes- 0660320:571h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla22:53Madrid Chamartín£301One-way0 changes
060838:121h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla10:08Madrid Chamartín£331One-way0 changes- 060636:532h00Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla8:53Madrid Chamartín£351One-way0 changes
- 0656315:571h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla17:53Madrid Chamartín£491One-way0 changes
- 0610310:571h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla12:53Madrid Chamartín£511One-way0 changes
- 060838:121h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla10:08Madrid Chamartín£331One-way0 changes
- 0616316:121h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla18:08Madrid Chamartín£561One-way0 changes
- 0618317:571h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla19:53Madrid Chamartín£551One-way0 changes
- 0656315:571h56Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla17:53Madrid Chamartín£491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Valencia to Alcalá de Henares
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £31, while a flight costs an average of £247.
Distance: 278 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £40 Average Price | £247 Average Price | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 2h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares is a train with an average price of £31.
This is compared to other travel options from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares:
A train is £9 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares costing on average £40.
A train is £216 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares costing on average £247.
The fastest way to travel from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares is by train with an average journey time of 1h 57m.
Other travel options to Alcalá de Henares take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 3m.
Coach takes on average 4h 14m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Valencia and Alcalá de Henares including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 1h 42m faster (1h 57m by train vs 3h 39m by car) and roughly £19 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£31 vs £50). 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 SNCF OUIGO, iryo.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Valencia to Alcalá de Henares train times
The table below shows live departures for Valencia to Alcalá de Henares trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06503 | Delayed 10:27 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 10:23 10:23Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06103 | On time 10:57 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 12:53 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06123 | 12:27 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 14:23 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06143 | On time 13:57 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 15:53 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06553 | 15:27 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 17:23 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06163 | 16:12 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 18:08 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06183 | 17:57 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 19:53 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06203 | 19:53 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h00 | 21:53 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06603 | 20:57 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 22:53 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 06763 | 6:09 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h01 | 8:10 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06063 | 6:53 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 2h00 | 8:53 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06083 | 8:12 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 10:08 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares
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Trains from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 278 km distance in 1h 55m.
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 278 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 6:09 |
Last train 21:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 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: SNCF OUIGO, iryo from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares trainsSNCF OUIGO, iryo trains will get you between Valencia and Alcalá de Henares from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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
1h 56m
Cheapest iryo Price
£13
iryo frequency
7 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.
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
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
1h 55m
Cheapest SNCF OUIGO Price
£12
SNCF OUIGO frequency
5 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
Complete guide to Alcalá de Henares
Things to do in Alcalá de Henares
Discover the best of Alcalá de Henares — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alcalá de Henares trip today.
- Must visit
Museo Casa Natal de Cervantes
Birthplace museum dedicated to Cervantes, recreating a period home and presenting everyday life linked to the writer’s era.
- Must visit
Museo Arqueológico y Paleontológico de la Comunidad de Madrid
Archaeological museum in a former convent, with Roman mosaics, local finds and clear displays tracing the region’s long history.
- Recommended
Museo del Monasterio de San Bernardo
Small local museum inside a monastic setting, displaying religious art, documents and spaces tied to the convent’s history.
- Must visit
Plaza de Cervantes
Main square framed by historic buildings and arcades, ideal for strolling and for understanding the city’s civic heart.
- Must visit
Calle Mayor
Long colonnaded street lined with shops and historic façades, one of the most pleasant and characteristic walks in Alcalá.
- Recommended
Yacimiento Arqueológico de Complutum
Archaeological park of the Roman city, with excavated streets, houses and forums that reveal Alcalá’s ancient urban past.
- Gluten-free
Cochinillo asado
Roast suckling pig linked to Castilian festive cooking around Alcalá; prized for very tender meat and crisp skin.
- Gluten-free
Cordero asado
Slow-roasted lamb, a classic regional Sunday and celebration dish in the Madrid and Castile area, usually simply seasoned.
Sopa de ajo
Garlic soup from nearby Castile traditions, made with bread, garlic, paprika and usually egg and ham, common in historic taverns.
Ki-Jote
Refined restaurant in central Alcalá serving updated Spanish cuisine in an elegant, quieter setting.
Parador de Alcalá Restaurant
Traditional Castilian restaurant in a historic setting, known for roast meats and classic regional dishes.
Mesón El Infante
Well-known local venue for Castilian cuisine, especially roast meats and hearty Spanish classics in a polished dining room.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Spain and cheaper than central Madrid. Meals, local trains and cafés are reasonable, while accommodation usually costs less than in major tourist hubs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple set meal.
- Mid-range
- €15-30 per person for a mid-range restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafés. Taxis are usually rounded up, not heavily tipped.
Renfe Cercanias
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €2.60
- Day pass
- €8.40
To the city centre
Alcalá de Henares -> Plaza de Cervantes, Alcalá de Henares
- Distance
- 1.0 km
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Use Renfe Cercanías for rail journeys to and from Madrid. The official app shows timetables, platform information and service alerts.
- Alcalá de Henares is in the Madrid fare system outside Zone A, so urban Madrid flat fares do not apply. Check the correct CRTM or Renfe fare before travel.
FAQs: Valencia to Alcalá de Henares train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares 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 Alcalá de Henares, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £31.
The train journey from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares covers a distance of 278 km and takes approximately 1h 55m. Trains run 11 per day.
The train distance from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares is 278 km.
The first train from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares leaves at 6:09.
The last train from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares departs at 21:15.
Trains from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares run approximately 11 times per day.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Valencia and Alcalá de Henares. The service operates 11 times per day, provided by SNCF OUIGO, iryo.
To get from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
There is no night train service from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares.
The train station in Valencia that goes to Alcalá de Henares is Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla, and it arrives at Madrid Chamartín.
The cheapest way to get from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares is by train, costing approximately £12.
Booking trains from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
In Alcalá de Henares, you can explore the Regional Archaeological Museum to discover artifacts from prehistoric to medieval times, stroll along the historic Calle Mayor lined with shops and cafes, and visit the uniquely designed Laredo Palace with its beautiful gardens. Enjoy a walk in Parque O'Donnell, or attend a cultural event at Teatro Salón Cervantes. Notable sights include the Cervantes Birthplace Museum, the historic University of Alcalá, the Gothic-style Alcalá Cathedral, the Archbishop's Palace, and the Corral de Comedias, one of Europe's oldest preserved theatres.
You would typically need one to two days to explore Alcalá de Henares, allowing time to visit its historic university, the birthplace of Cervantes, and the charming old town.
Yes, you can take the train from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Valencia and Alcalá de Henares
Most Valencia to Alcalá de Henares trains use the Valencia Joaquín Sorolla to Madrid Chamartín station pair. Use this guide to compare Valencia and Alcalá de Henares train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Valencia
Arrival train stations in Alcalá de Henares
Which Valencia station do trains to Alcalá de Henares leave from?
Trains from Valencia to Alcalá de Henares leave from Valencia Joaquín Sorolla. The station is 1 km from Valencia city centre at C. de Sant Vicente Martir, 171, 46007 Valencia, Spain.
Valencia Joaquín SorollaC. de Sant Vicente Martir, 171, 46007 Valencia, Spain+34 912320320
City-centre transport
Getting to Valencia Joaquín Sorolla from Valencia city centre
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla is 1 km from Valencia city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus27 · 9m · £2 · every ~14 min
Subway2, 1 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~16 min
7 · 5m · £0.90 · every ~7 min
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla train station facilities and services
Valencia Joaquín Sorolla has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Coffee Coffee, The Pause – Lavazza, Mon Orxata, McDonald’s
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are located at various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 23:59. Information desks are located on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 07:00 to 22:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Valencia Joaquín Sorolla: The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Petite Palace Ruzafa, Hotel Conqueridor, Senator Parque Central Hotel.
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