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Madrid-Atocha Cercanías to El Escorial Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Madrid-Atocha Cercanías to El Escorial? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as £10.54, with the average fare for this route being approximately £10.54. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
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05:46
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
06:52
El Escorial
1h 6m, DirectRenfe Cercanias
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06:19
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
07:27
El Escorial
1h 8m, DirectRenfe Cercanias
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07:29
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
08:36
El Escorial
1h 7m, DirectRenfe Cercanias
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08:16
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
09:24
El Escorial
1h 8m, DirectRenfe Cercanias
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08:55
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
10:04
El Escorial
1h 9m, DirectRenfe Cercanias
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09:25
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
10:31
Paris
1h 6m, DirectRenfe Cercanias
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Madrid-Atocha Cercanías to El Escorial Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Madrid-Atocha Cercanías to El Escorial usually begin at £10.54. The average travel time is about 1h 6m, spanning a distance of roughly 27 miles. Renfe Cercanias provides around 20 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
05:46
Last train
Last train
23:30
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
1h 6m
Distance
Distance
27 miles
Price
Price
From £10.54
Train Operators
Train Operators
Renfe Cercanias

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

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.

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.

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.

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 Young Persons Fare

Young people aged 14 to 25 can enjoy up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card, valid for a year and non-transferable, offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Atocha Cercanías to El Escorial

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.

Madrid-Atocha Cercanías to El Escorial Renfe ticket types

Select from four fare types for your trip from Madrid-Atocha Cercanías to El Escorial, arranged in order of price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type has different conditions for refunds and changes.

Madrid-Atocha Cercanías to El Escorial Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the least expensive fare available on AVE trains, and it comes with no refund or change options.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit more expensive compared to the Básico fare. This ticket option includes the ability to get 70% refund of the original ticket price and make one free change, along with several extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is a bit pricier than Elige Estándar. The primary distinction is the wider seats, and it also offers the option for refunds and changes.

Prémium

As the most expensive fare, Prémium includes unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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