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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
£29
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Xàtiva to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Xàtiva to Madrid will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £29.
Of the 12 trains that leave Xàtiva for Madrid every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 316 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.
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06143Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Xàtiva to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £45.
Distance: 316 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£17 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price | £42 Average Price |
3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 48m Average total duration 4h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Xàtiva to Madrid trains for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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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 | On time 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 | Delayed 15:27 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 15:23 15:23Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
06563 | On time 15:57 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 17:53 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
06163 | On time 16:12 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 18:08 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
06183 | On time 17:57 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 19:53 Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
06603 | Delayed 20:57 Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1h56 | 20:53 20:53Madrid Chamartín | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 | |
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Trains from Xàtiva to Madrid run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 316 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 316 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 21:15 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Xàtiva 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 Xàtiva to Madrid trains use the Valencia Joaquín Sorolla to Madrid Chamartín station pair. Use this guide to compare Xàtiva and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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