The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Alhambra
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
178 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Alhambra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Alhambra will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 5 trains that leave Madrid for Alhambra on Sat, May 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 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.
181701:11 PM1h50Atocha-Cercanías3:01 PMManzanares station€231One-way0 transfers
180309:16 AM2h01Atocha-Cercanías11:17 AMManzanares station€231One-way0 transfers
180367:31 PM1h53Atocha-Cercanías9:24 PMManzanares station€231One-way0 transfers
180367:31 PM2h07Atocha-Cercanías9:38 PMValdepeñas station€251One-way0 transfers
180309:16 AM2h15Atocha-Cercanías11:31 AMValdepeñas station€251One-way0 transfers
181701:11 PM1h50Atocha-Cercanías3:01 PMManzanares station€231One-way0 transfers
180367:31 PM1h53Atocha-Cercanías9:24 PMManzanares station€231One-way0 transfers
180309:16 AM2h01Atocha-Cercanías11:17 AMManzanares station€231One-way0 transfers
180367:31 PM2h07Atocha-Cercanías9:38 PMValdepeñas station€251One-way0 transfers
180309:16 AM2h15Atocha-Cercanías11:31 AMValdepeñas station€251One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Madrid to Alhambra
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Alhambra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €23.
Distance: 178 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€24 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
2h 27m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Alhambra train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Alhambra trains for tomorrow, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18030 | Delayed 7:20 AM 9:16 AMAtocha-Cercanías | 2h01 | 11:17 AM Manzanares station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18030 | Delayed 7:20 AM 9:16 AMAtocha-Cercanías | 2h15 | 11:31 AM Valdepeñas station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18170 | 1:11 PM Atocha-Cercanías | 1h50 | 3:01 PM Manzanares station | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Alhambra
Trains from Madrid to Alhambra run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:58, the last at 19:31. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 178 km |
Average train duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 7:58 AM |
Last train 7:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Renfe MD from Madrid to Alhambra trainsRenfe MD trains will get you between Madrid and Alhambra from €18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Alhambra
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Alhambra 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 Alhambra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid to Alhambra
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
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