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Planning a trip from Cuenca to Madrid? Trip.com offers Trenitalia and Italo tickets starting from just US$12.09, with the average price for this route around US$65.38! Find the best deals for the next 7 days in the table below, starting today.
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Cuenca to Madrid train timetable

Considering a journey from Cuenca to Madrid? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets beginning at US$12.09, with the average cost for this route around US$65.38. We advise exploring split ticketing methods to get the best possible fares.
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06:15
1h 19m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
07:34
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
RENFE
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07:07
1h 3m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
08:10
Madrid-Chamartín
OUIGO_ESP
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07:20
1h 3m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
08:23
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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07:35
1h 3m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
08:38
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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07:50
1h 3m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
08:53
Madrid-Chamartín
iryo
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08:02
1h 3m, Direct
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
09:05
Paris
RENFE
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Cuenca to Madrid Train Route Details

For the route from Cuenca to Madrid, train tickets usually start at US$12.09. The trip takes about 1h 3m on average, covering around 86 miles. OUIGO_ESP, iryo, RENFE typically runs 24 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.
First train
First train
06:15
Last train
Last train
22:23
Departure city
Departure city
Cuenca
Arrival city
Arrival city
Madrid
Journey time
Journey time
1h 3m
Distance
Distance
86 miles
Price
Price
From US$12.09
Train Operators
Train Operators
OUIGO_ESP, iryo, RENFE

Spanish train offers

Travellers on Renfe's AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy exclusive discounts tailored to select routes. These offers are subject to availability and vary based on travel schedules, routes, and terms.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Over-60s Fare

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

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe offers discounts for disabled individuals, providing up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Note that the discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to your ticket depend on the type of ticket and may involve a fee.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains will receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for approval. Please 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, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe grants a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children can select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or get refunds according to the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Advance booking

You can enjoy discounts of up to 70% by booking in advance. Popular routes allow bookings up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the sooner you book, the cheaper it will be. Trip.com has marked the lowest prices for you, easing your travel arrangements.

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

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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