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Cuenca to Madrid train timetable

Arranging travel from Cuenca to Madrid? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from € 15.00, with the typical price for this route being about € 42.00. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
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13:04
1h 4m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
14:08
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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13:31
1h 6m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
14:37
Madrid-Chamartín
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14:35
1h 3m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
15:38
Madrid-Chamartín
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16:05
1h 3m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
17:08
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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16:12
1h 5m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
17:17
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
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17:02
1h 19m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
18:21
Paris
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Cuenca to Madrid Train Route Details

The Cuenca to Madrid train ticket is typically from € 15.00. The average travel time is 1h 2m, covering a distance of approximately 137 km. There are usually 26 daily trains provided by OUIGO_ESP, iryo, RENFE. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
06:15
Last train
Last train
22:34
Departure city
Departure city
Arrival city
Arrival city
Journey time
Journey time
1h 2m
Distance
Distance
137 km
Price
Price
From € 15.00
Train Operators
Train Operators
OUIGO_ESP, iryo, RENFE

Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.

Spanish train offers

Renfe Children Fare

For children aged 4 to 13, Renfe provides a 40% discount on ticket prices. These children can choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or request refunds according to the ticket type, which might incur a fee. Children under four travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

In Spain, Renfe provides significant fare discounts for large families: 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families. These discounts are applicable on AVE and Larga Distancia trains but do not extend to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías routes. Single-parent families in Catalonia may also receive discounts on Rodalies services with the appropriate Generalitat certification.

Advance booking

Booking early can offer you discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the more you save. Trip.com has already highlighted the best prices, making your travel planning straightforward.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe's Tarjeta Dorada offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. You can get a 25% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. For Avant trains, discounts vary: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Onboard Renfe trains from Cuenca to Madrid

Renfe's AVE trains offer four service types based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers during their journey. Seating options include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

Each AVE train comes with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and baggage allowance of up to three bags. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or budget-conscious passengers, providing a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are designed for those who seek higher comfort, featuring wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Cuenca to Madrid Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Cuenca to Madrid, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Cuenca to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    Book in Advance

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  • Buy a Return ticket

    Buy a Return ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

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