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Madrid to Cuenca Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Madrid to Cuenca? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as QAR 39.29, with the average fare for this route being approximately QAR 114.32. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From QAR 97.03
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From QAR 95.95
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From QAR 109.01
  • Mon, Jun 23
    From QAR 55.83
  • Tue, Jun 24
    From QAR 39.29
  • Wed, Jun 25
    From QAR 39.29
  • Thu, Jun 26
    From QAR 55.83
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06:15
Madrid-Chamartín
07:18
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
1h 3m, Directrenfe
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06:30
Madrid-Chamartín
07:33
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
1h 3m, Directrenfe
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07:00
Madrid-Chamartín
08:04
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
1h 4m, Directrenfe
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07:30
Madrid-Chamartín
08:34
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
1h 4m, Directrenfe
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07:45
Madrid-Chamartín
08:48
Cuenca-Fernando Zobel
1h 3m, Directiryo
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09:00
Madrid-Chamartín
10:04
Paris
1h 4m, Directrenfe
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Madrid to Cuenca Train Route Details

The train ticket from Madrid to Cuenca typically costs from QAR 39.29. The journey averages 59m in travel time and covers an approximate distance of 86 miles. Intercit, OUIGO, renfe generally offers 30 trains per day on this route. For planning purposes, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
06:15
Last train
Last train
21:15
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
59m
Distance
Distance
86 miles
Price
Price
From QAR 39.29
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, OUIGO, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers a variety of discounts for AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers, granting special benefits across numerous routes. Availability is limited and depends on the route, time of travel, and specific conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. 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, with an applicable fee.

Advance booking

Booking early can offer you discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the more you save. Trip.com has already highlighted the best prices, making your travel planning straightforward.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

For disabled passengers, Renfe offers up to 40% off. By spending €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the ticket type and may incur a fee.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

In Spain, Renfe provides significant fare discounts for large families: 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families. These discounts are applicable on AVE and Larga Distancia trains but do not extend to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías routes. Single-parent families in Catalonia may also receive discounts on Rodalies services with the appropriate Generalitat certification.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Cuenca

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 to Cuenca Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Madrid to Cuenca, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Madrid to Cuenca Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    Book in Advance

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    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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