How to get to Archena from Madrid

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Compare train and flight for Madrid to Archena

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Archena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the flight is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.0 - 2.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £46, while a flight costs an average of £226.

Distance: 329 km

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£46

Average Price

Cheapest

£226

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£57

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3h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 11m

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30m

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4h 8m

Average total duration

2h 8m

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2h 0m

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3h 44m

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CO2 emissions

1.0 - 2.0kg

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Air Europa

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Archena is a train with an average price of £46.

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

A train is £180 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Archena costing on average £226.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Archena is by train with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Archena take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Madrid and Archena including taking a train and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 33m faster (3h 11m by train vs 3h 44m by car) and roughly £11 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£46 vs £57). 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.

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

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from Madrid to Archena

How to get to Archena from Madrid by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Madrid to Archena is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • SNCF OUIGO06564
    16:152h49
    Madrid Chamartín
    19:04Murcia Del Carmen
    £151One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • SNCF OUIGO06564
    16:152h49
    Madrid Chamartín
    19:04Murcia Del Carmen
    £151One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Air EuropaUX4047
    7:001h10
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    8:10Alicante Elche Airport
    £541One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • SNCF OUIGO06594
    18:453h29
    Madrid Chamartín
    22:14Murcia Del Carmen
    £201One-way
    0 changes
  • SNCF OUIGO06484
    8:153h27
    Madrid Chamartín
    11:42Murcia Del Carmen
    £371One-way
    0 changes
  • IberiaIB1015
    19:401h15
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    20:55Alicante Elche Airport
    £551One-way
    0 changes
  • IberiaIB1009
    7:251h15
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    8:40Alicante Elche Airport
    £581One-way
    0 changes
  • Air EuropaUX4049
    15:101h10
    Madrid Barajas Airport
    16:20Alicante Elche Airport
    £671One-way
    0 changes

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Best day trips from Archena by train

The most popular day trips by train from Archena are Murcia, Cartagena and Alicante. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Archena on Omio.

A view of Murcia

Day trip from Archena to Murcia by train

Why visit Murcia for the day?

Murcia is known for its Baroque cathedral, fertile huerta and easy-going southern Spanish character. Historic streets, lively plazas and a strong local food culture give the city a relaxed but sociable feel.

A view of Cartagena

Day trip from Archena to Cartagena by train

Why visit Cartagena for the day?

Cartagena is a historic port on Spain’s south-eastern coast, known for its Roman theatre and naval heritage. Its natural harbour, modernist centre and Mediterranean atmosphere give the city a practical, lived-in character.

A view of Alicante

Day trip from Archena to Alicante by train

Why visit Alicante for the day?

Alicante is a Mediterranean city on the Costa Blanca, known for its seafront, urban beach and Castillo de Santa Bárbara above the bay. It mixes a relaxed coastal feel with a compact old town, lively dining and an easy connection to the sea.

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FAQs: Madrid to Archena

Travel to Archena easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Archena.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Madrid and Archena including taking a train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Archena is a train with an average price of £46.

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

A train is £180 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Archena costing on average £226.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Archena is by train with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Archena take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 8m.

The Madrid to Archena distance is approximately 329 km.
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Archena is:
  • Around 17 flights per day.
  • Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Archena as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Archena:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Alicante Elche Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Madrid Chamartín and arrive in Murcia Del Carmen.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Archena, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF OUIGO to go to Archena by train.
  • Travel with Air Europa, Iberia, BA Euroflyer, Air Nostrum, Vueling, Royal Air Maroc to go to Archena by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Archena with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with SNCF OUIGO.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Air Europa, Iberia, Air Nostrum.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Archena often also extend their vacation to go to Murcia, Albacete, Molina de Segura, Cartagena, Alicante. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Archena and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Madrid to Archena, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
Two to three days in Archena is ideal to explore its famous thermal spa, enjoy local cuisine, and visit nearby attractions.

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