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Planning a trip from Cuenca to Madrid? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as €7.66, with the average fare for this route being approximately €21.50. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.

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Cuenca to Madrid train timetable

The route from Cuenca to Madrid (137 km) is served by 23 trains per day. The average journey time is 1h 3m, but the fastest train takes just 1h 2m. The first train departs at 06:15 and the last one arrives at 22:34. Check the timetable below and book your ticket.
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14:35
1h 3m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
15:38
Madrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor
Renfe
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16:05
1h 3m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
17:08
Madrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor
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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
Madrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor
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18:14
1h 3m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
19:17
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
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19:05
1h 3m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
20:08
Paris
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Cuenca to Madrid Train Route Details

The Cuenca to Madrid train ticket is typically from €7.66. The average travel time is 1h 2m, covering a distance of approximately 137 km. There are usually 23 daily trains provided by Renfe, OUIGO Spain, iryo. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
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06:15
Last train
Last train
22:34
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 2m
Distance
Distance
137 km
Price
Price
€7.66
Train Operators
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Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.

Spanish train offers

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 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.

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 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 Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. Note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, with an applicable fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Cuenca to Madrid

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. Seating options are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are for passengers seeking higher comfort, with 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

For a trip from Cuenca to Madrid, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Cuenca to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of 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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    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

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