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Madrid-Ciudad Real trains: timetables, fares and offers
Madrid-Ciudad Real train in 2h 52min from €27. 1 departures a day, real timetables and stops. Check fares and book your trip.
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Route summary
Quick summary of the Madrid-Ciudad Real route
The Madrid-Ciudad Real train covers 344 km in 2h 52min on the fastest Media Distancia, and up to 2h 52min on the services with more stops. There are 1 departures a day from Madrid-Chamartín to Ciudad Real, from €27 and averaging €50. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
| Distance | 344 km |
| Shortest journey | 2h 52min (Media Distancia) |
| Longest journey | 2h 52min |
| Departures a day | 1 trains |
| Train types | Media Distancia |
| Lowest fare | €27 |
| Average fare | €50 |
| Highest fare | €140 |
| Cheapest time of day | between 1pm and 4pm |
| Best time to book | 31-60 days before travelling |
| Departure station | Madrid-Chamartín |
| Arrival station | Ciudad Real |
Schedules
Madrid-Ciudad Real train timetable
The first train leaves Madrid-Chamartín at 12:57 and the last one at 12:57. The fastest service is the Media Distancia at 12:57, arriving at 15:49 in 2h 52min. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Type | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:30 | 11:34 | 5h 04min | — | |
| 07:30 | 11:34 | 4h 04min | — | |
| 09:04 | 14:18 | 5h 14min | — | |
| 12:56 | 15:49 | 2h 53min | — | |
| 12:57 | 15:49 | 2h 52min | — | |
| 16:00 | 21:08 | 5h 08min | — | |
| 17:25 | 21:08 | 3h 43min | — | |
| 18:27 | 22:02 | 3h 35min | — |
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Prices
Madrid-Ciudad Real train fares
The Madrid-Ciudad Real train starts at €27.20 in Turista class, with an average fare of €50 across everything on sale. Preferente class can reach €140. Based on 442 real queries to the Renfe API.
| Type/class | From | Average fare | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|
| MD Turista | €27.20 | €29.01 | €29.10 |
| AVLO Turista | €34.90 | €51.47 | €98.70 |
| AVE Turista | €35.40 | €54.60 | €84.10 |
| AVE Preferente | €52.50 | €86.67 | €139.90 |
Journey time
How long does the Madrid-Ciudad Real train take?
The Media Distancia takes 2h 52min between Madrid-Chamartín and Ciudad Real. Services with more stops take up to 2h 52min. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
| Service | Duration | Departures a day |
|---|---|---|
| Media Distancia | 2h 52min | 1 |
Stations
Stations on the Madrid-Ciudad Real route
Trains leave from Madrid-Chamartín and arrive at Ciudad Real. Prices vary with the date, how far ahead you book and the fares on sale. Check the search box for your own trip.
On board
On board the Madrid-Ciudad Real train
The route is served by Media Distancia. What each train carries depends on the set assigned to the service, so it is worth checking when you book.
| Service | Duration | Departures a day | Classes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Media Distancia | 2h 52min | 1 | Single class |
Savings
How to pay less on the Madrid-Ciudad Real train
To save on the Madrid-Ciudad Real train, book 31-60 days ahead (21% average saving). Sunday is the cheapest day of the week, averaging €39. Data from 442 real queries to the Renfe API.
Book 31-60d ahead
21.4% cheaper than buying in the last 48 hours
Average fare booking this far ahead: €48
Travel on Sunday
The cheapest day of the week, averaging €39
Sunday: €39 on average vs Friday: €60
Pick midday trains
The cheapest time of day, averaging €29
€29 on average vs €60 at the most expensive time
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Moving the trip by ±2 days can bring the fare down a long way
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Search with flexible dates
Moving the trip by ±2 days can bring the fare down a long way
Compare departure days in the ofertren.com search box
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Madrid-Ciudad Real train
How much does the Madrid-Ciudad Real train cost?
From €27 one way, averaging €50 and up to €140 on the busiest dates.
How long does the train from Madrid to Ciudad Real take?
The Media Distancia takes 2h 52min between Madrid-Chamartín and Ciudad Real. Services with more stops take up to 2h 52min.
How many trains a day run from Madrid to Ciudad Real?
1 departures a day from Madrid-Chamartín, split between Media Distancia.
Which station do trains to Ciudad Real leave from in Madrid?
From Madrid-Chamartín, where the 1 daily services on this route start.
Which station in Ciudad Real do trains from Madrid arrive at?
At Ciudad Real.
Does the Madrid-Ciudad Real train make intermediate stops?
The most frequent stops are Madrid - Atocha Cercanías, Aranjuez, Villacañas, Alcazar de San Juan and Cinco Casas.
What time do the first and last trains to Ciudad Real leave?
The first leaves Madrid-Chamartín at 12:57 and arrives at 15:49. The last one leaves at 12:57 and arrives at 15:49.
When is the Madrid-Ciudad Real train cheapest?
Booking 31-60 days before travelling saves 21.4% on average. Sunday is the cheapest day of the week, averaging €39. The midday trains are the cheapest of the day, averaging €29.
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