Station Madrid Puerta de Atocha
ADIF code: 60000
Practical information
The Madrid Puerta de Atocha station is the main railway terminal in Madrid, with connections to all of Spain. Located in the district of Arganzuela, it operates from Monday to Sunday from 05:00 to 01:00 and hosts more than 300 trains daily between AVE, Alvia, Avant and Cercanías.
| Address | Glorieta del Emperador Carlos V, s/n, 28045 Madrid |
|---|---|
| Schedule | Mo-Su 05:00–01:00 h |
| Code Renfe | 60000 |
| Daily trains | More than 300 Cercanías) |
| Coordinates | 40.4065° N, 3.6912° W |
Renfe Operator — official file for station Madrid Puerta de Atocha; Adif — traffic statistics 2023
How to get to the station
The Madrid Puerta de Atocha station is very well connected to the city center. It can be reached by metro on lines 1 and 3, on Cercanías with lines C-1, C-2, C-7 and C-10, by city bus or by taxi from anywhere in Madrid.
| Half | Line / Service | Duration (min) | Cost approx. | Grades |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metro | L1 (Atocha Renfe) | 5 from Sun | €1.50–2.00 | Schedule 06:00–01:30 |
| Metro | L3 (Legazpi → Atocha) | 10 from Plaza Mayor | €1.50–2.00 | Schedule 06:00–01:30 |
| Cercanías | C-1, C-2, C-7, C-10 | straight | €1.70–2.60 | Integrated underground platform |
| EMT Bus | Lines 10, 14, 32, 57 | variable | €1.50 | Stops at Glorieta Atocha |
| Taxi / VTC | — | 10–20 | €8–15 | Official stop on Pacific Street |
EMT Madrid — line map 2024; Madrid Metro — fare guide 2024; Renfe Cercanías Madrid — network map
Services at the station
The Madrid Puerta de Atocha station has a complete range of services for travelers: in-person and automatic ticket offices operating every day, luggage storage, shopping areas, cafes and restaurants, free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal and attention to people with reduced mobility.
| Service | Availability | Grades |
|---|---|---|
| Lockers Renfe | Mo-Su 06:30–22:00 | Sale and collection of reservations |
| Vending machines | 24 hours | and Avant |
| Instruction | Mo-Su 07:00–23:00 | Price depending on size: €3.50–€6/day |
| free wifi | 24 hours | Renfe-Adif network throughout the terminal |
| Club Room (Renfe) | 06:00–22:00 | Access with subscription or card Renfe Premium |
| Cafes and restaurants | 06:00–23:00 | Ground floor and first floor |
| Parking | 24 hours | Adjacent private parking; rate from €2.50/h |
| PMR Assistance | 24 hours with reservation | Atendo Service: attention to people with reduced mobility |
Adif — Atocha 2024 service guide; Renfe — station card Madrid Puerta de Atocha
Main routes from Madrid Atocha
From Madrid Puerta de Atocha more than 300 trains leave daily to the main destinations in Spain. The most frequent AVE routes connect with Barcelona, Seville, Valencia, Malaga and Zaragoza, with journeys ranging between 90 minutes and 3 hours.
| Destination | Train type | Frequency/day | Min. duration | From (€) | Route T1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barcelona | AVE / AVE INT | 54 | 3h 02min | 35 | Ver ruta |
| Seville | AVE / Avlo | 32 | 2h 20min | 29 | Ver ruta |
| Cordova | AVE / Avlo | 25 | 1h 45min | 29 | Ver ruta |
| Saragossa | AVE / Avant | 20 | 1h 30min | 25 | Ver ruta |
| Valencia | AVE / Avlo | 18 | 1h 54min | 29 | Ver ruta |
| Malaga | AVE / Avlo | 15 | 2h 30min | 29 | Ver ruta |
| Alicante | AVE / Avlo | 14 | 2h 15min | 29 | Ver ruta |
| Lion | Alvia / AVE | 12 | 2h 15min | 29 | Ver ruta |
Atocha is the central node of the Spanish high-speed network. Almost all AVE and Alvia routes originating in Madrid depart from this station, with the exception of some northbound services operating from Chamartín.
Renfe — table of frequencies and minimum rates 2024; data extracted from PdRuta (originSlug=madrid)
Frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours of the Madrid Puerta de Atocha station?
The station is open from Monday to Sunday from 05:00 to 01:00. Renfe ticket offices are available from 06:30 to 22:00, and vending machines operate 24 hours a day.
How do you get to Atocha by metro?
The station has direct access from the "Atocha Renfe" stop on Line 1 (blue) of the Madrid Metro. It can also be reached by Line 3 (yellow) from the “Legazpi” stop.
Does the Atocha station have a left luggage room?
Yes, we have a luggage storage service from Monday to Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. The price varies between €3.50 and €6 per day depending on the size of the suitcase.
Which Cercanías lines stop in Madrid Atocha?
Lines C-1, C-2, C-7 and C-10 of Cercanías Madrid stop at the station. Access to the Cercanías platforms is integrated into the terminal building.
From which station in Madrid do AVE trains leave for Barcelona?
The AVE and AVE International trains to Barcelona depart mainly from Madrid Puerta de Atocha, with more than 50 daily departures and a minimum duration of 3 hours and 2 minutes.
Is there parking at Atocha station?
Yes, there is a private parking lot adjacent to the station that operates 24 hours a day. The approximate rate is €2.50 for the first hour. It is also possible to access it by taxi with an official stop on Calle del Pacífico.