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Alcala de Henares to Madrid-Recoletos train timetable

Thinking of traveling from Alcala de Henares to Madrid-Recoletos? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just QAR 14.95, with the average price for this route being around QAR 14.95. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
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17:12
49m, Direct
Alcalá de Henares-University
18:01
Madrid-Recoletos
Renfe Cercanias
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17:19
42m, Direct
Alcala De Henares
18:01
Madrid-Recoletos
Renfe Cercanias
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17:36
42m, Direct
Alcala De Henares
18:18
Madrid-Recoletos
Renfe Cercanias
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17:43
49m, Direct
Alcalá de Henares-University
18:32
Madrid-Recoletos
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17:50
42m, Direct
Alcala De Henares
18:32
Madrid-Recoletos
Renfe Cercanias
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18:06
42m, Direct
Alcala De Henares
18:48
Paris
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Alcala de Henares to Madrid-Recoletos Train Route Details

For the route from Alcala de Henares to Madrid-Recoletos, train tickets usually start at QAR 14.95. The trip takes about 42m on average, covering around 29 km. Renfe Cercanias typically runs 64 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
12:48
Last train
Last train
23:20
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
42m
Distance
Distance
29 km
Price
Price
From QAR 14.95
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 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: during weekdays, you can get a 25% discount, while on weekends, you can receive a 40% discount. Note that all services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets. The same applies to whether changes and refunds are allowed.

Advance booking

Save up to 70% on Renfe AVE Básico tickets by booking 3 months ahead. Trip.com shows detailed fare lists. By planning your travel in advance, you can take advantage of these significant discounts and enjoy a more budget-friendly journey.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25 with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. The card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. With this scheme, you can enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE International trains, or a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers travel discounts of 8% for groups of four to nine people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can also receive up to a 50% discount. For groups of more than 25 people, you can submit a quote to see if it will be accepted. 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 Disabled People Fare

Renfe's discounts for disabled people offer up to 40% off, though you will need to spend €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Please note that the discount on Avant trains is greater on weekends. If you wish to refund or change your ticket, it will depend on the type of ticket chosen and may incur a fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Alcala de Henares to Madrid-Recoletos

Renfe trains, particularly AVE models, offer four service categories based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating arrangements include 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 commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra 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.

Alcala de Henares to Madrid-Recoletos Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Alcala de Henares to Madrid-Recoletos, sorted by price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different ticket prices may come with varying refund and change services.

Alcala de Henares to Madrid-Recoletos Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the cheapest fare on AVE trains. It is not refundable or changeable.

Elige Estándar

Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is slightly more expensive than the Básico fare. This ticket option opens the possibility of refunds (70% of original ticket price) and one change free of charge along with many additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is slightly more expensive than Elige Estándar. The main difference is that the seats are XL Confort, which are wider and offer more leg room.

Prémium

Prémium is the most expensive fare, offering unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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