Alcalá de Henares to Madrid train with Cercanías

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
Cheapest price on Nov 02
€4
Average ticket price on Nov 02
€4
Fastest journey on Nov 02
39 m
Average journey duration on Nov 02
39 m
Trains on Nov 02
212
Distance
30 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid will cost around €4 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €4.

Fast trains

On Mon, Nov 02, we found 212 trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid, including 177 direct services.

On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 30 km distance in an average of 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 39 m .

On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 39 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.

  • CercaníasC7:75875
    0 transfers
  • CercaníasC7:75839
    0 transfers
  • CercaníasC2:75619
    0 transfers
  • CercaníasC2:75503
    0 transfers
  • CercaníasC2:75513 · C7:75839
    1 transfer

Journey information

Overview: Train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid

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Trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid run on average 273 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.

There are 194 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 30 km distance in 34m.

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
30 km
Average train duration
1h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
€4
Trains per day
273
Direct trains
194
Fastest train
34m
First train
12:01 AM
Last train
11:58 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
14 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

Live departures

Alcalá de Henares to Madrid train times

The table below shows live departures for Alcalá de Henares to Madrid trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Cercanías1:50 PM Alcalá de Henares
0h39
2:29 PM Madrid0 transfersDirect
Cercanías2:50 PM Alcalá de Henares
0h39
3:29 PM Madrid0 transfersDirect
Cercanías9:00 PM Alcalá de Henares
0h39
9:39 PM Madrid0 transfersDirect
Monday, November 2
CercaníasC2:75601 · C7:758115:53 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h49
7:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC2:756015:53 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
6:32 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:756015:53 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
6:46 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758116:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h36
7:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758116:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
6:45 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758116:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
6:59 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:756036:19 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
7:12 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75603 · C7:758136:19 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h53
8:12 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC2:756036:19 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
6:58 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758136:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
7:29 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758136:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
7:15 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758136:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h36
8:12 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75501 · C7:758156:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h53
8:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC2:755016:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
7:28 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:755016:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
7:42 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758157:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h36
8:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758157:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
7:45 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758157:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
7:59 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75605 · C7:758177:17 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h56
9:13 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC2:756057:17 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
7:56 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:756057:17 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
8:10 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75503 · C7:758177:31 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h42
9:13 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC2:755037:31 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
8:24 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:755037:31 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
8:10 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758177:37 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
8:16 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758177:37 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
8:30 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758177:37 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h36
9:13 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75607 · C7:758197:50 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h52
9:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC2:756077:50 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
8:43 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:756077:50 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
8:29 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758198:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
8:59 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758198:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h36
9:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758198:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
8:45 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:756098:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
9:11 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75609 · C7:758218:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h54
10:12 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC2:756098:18 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
8:57 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758218:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
9:29 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758218:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h36
10:12 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758218:36 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
9:15 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:755058:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
9:42 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:755058:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
9:28 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC2:75505 · C7:758238:49 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h53
10:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío1 transfer
CercaníasC7:758239:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h53
9:59 AM Madrid Chamartín0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758239:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
1h36
10:42 AM Madrid Príncipe Pío0 transfersDirect
CercaníasC7:758239:06 AM Alcalá de Henares station
0h39
9:45 AM Atocha-Cercanías0 transfersDirect

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Cercanías

About
Cercanías is the commuter rail service operated by Renfe, Spain's national railway company, connecting metropolitan areas across the country. Established in 1989, it aims to provide frequent and high-capacity transportation for daily commuters and travelers. Cercanías operates in 12 urban areas, including Madrid, Barcelona (where it's known as Rodalies), Valencia (Rodalia), and Bilbao (Aldiriak). The service integrates with other public transport systems like metro networks, simplifying urban and suburban travel. Ticket options include single, return, and 10-journey \Bonotren\" tickets, with prices varying by zone. A notable feature is the \"Combinado Cercanías,\" offering free transfers on Cercanías trains when purchasing long-distance or high-speed AVE tickets. Cercanías trains typically run from early morning until around midnight."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Cercanías Duration
34m
Cheapest Cercanías Price
€4
Cercanías frequency
273 a day
Luggage included
You can carry up to 3 pieces of hand luggage onto the train, provided that the sum of the three does not exceed 25 kg or 290 cm.
Cancellation Policy
Single tickets can only be cancelled at station ticket offices within 2 hours of purchase, provided they haven't been used.
Refund
If a train is cancelled due to a strike, Renfe will allow passengers to travel on another train or cancel/change their ticket free of charge.
Amenities on board the train
USB plugs
Accessibility
The new trains will provide increased access for passengers with reduced mobility, as well as to visually or hearing impaired travelers.
Bikes
Each person can travel with one bicycle, placed in designated spaces, and if the train is too crowded, you can wait for the next train or get a refund.
Pets
Pets are allowed (dogs, cats and birds) with no weight limit and provided they are on a lead and with a muzzle.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Alcalá de Henares and Madrid

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When taking a train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid, you can count on Cercanías for the best way to get you to Madrid. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Alcalá de Henares and Madrid and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

FAQs: Trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alcalá de Henares 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid can start from as little as €4 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Alcalá de Henares to Madrid is €4; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid is 34m to travel the 30 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid leaves at 12:01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid leaves at 11:58 PM.
Yes,there are 194 direct trains a day from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid with Cercanías. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
A day trip to Madrid from Alcalá de Henares is worth doing with a journey time of 34m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Alcalá de Henares and Madrid including taking a train and bus.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid

Most Alcalá de Henares to Madrid trains use the Alcalá De Henares to Madrid Chamartín station pair, with some services arriving at Madrid Príncipe Pío. Use this guide to compare Alcalá de Henares and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Alcalá de Henares
Arrival train stations in Madrid

Which Alcalá de Henares station do trains to Madrid leave from?

Trains from Alcalá de Henares to Madrid leave from Alcalá De Henares. The station is 1 km from Alcalá de Henares city centre at C. de Pedro Laínez, 28807 Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, Spain.
Alcalá De HenaresC. de Pedro Laínez, 28807 Alcalá de Henares, Madrid, SpainParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parking

Alcalá De Henares train station facilities and services

Alcalá De Henares has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Alcalá De Henares.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Alcalá De Henares.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Alcalá De Henares: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Alcalá De Henares: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Alcalá De Henares.

La Garena28806 Alcala de Henares, Madrid, SpainParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
City-centre transport

Getting to La Garena from Alcalá de Henares city centre

La Garena is 2 km from Alcalá de Henares city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 2m · €1

La Garena train station facilities and services

La Garena has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Hotel.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at La Garena.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at La Garena.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at La Garena: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at La Garena.

Alcala Henares Universidad28805 Alcala de Henares, Madrid, SpainDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Alcala Henares Universidad from Alcalá de Henares city centre

Alcala Henares Universidad is 3 km from Alcalá de Henares city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainRe · 2m · €1
BusFs2 · 0m · €1

Alcala Henares Universidad train station facilities and services

Alcala Henares Universidad has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Alcala Henares Universidad.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Alcala Henares Universidad.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Alcala Henares Universidad: WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Alcala Henares Universidad: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Alcala Henares Universidad.

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