Traveling by train from Madrid to Valencia is the fastest way to get between the two cities when you are visiting Spain.
High-speed ‘AVE’ trains run regularly from Madrid’s Atocha station to Valencia’s Joaquin Sorolla station. They are operated by Renfe, Spain’s national rail company.
Trains leave Atocha for Joaquin Sorolla every hour at peak times, so it is easy to travel whenever you want to.
The journey time on ‘AVE’ trains from Madrid to Valencia ranges from 1 hour and 38 minutes to 1 hour and 50 minutes. There are also slower trains that travel on this route. They take 2 to 4 hours to cover the distance.
The cost of a single train ticket varies depending on the time of the train, the type of train, and how far in advance you book your ticket. ‘AVE’ fares start at 81.30 euros in tourist class, 97.60 euros in tourist plus class, and 122.00 euros in preferred class. You can get a discount on your train from Madrid to Valencia if you book online well before traveling.