Train Madrid → Valencia
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Route overview
1h 35m
Fastest time
1h 45m
Avg. duration
391
Kilometers
18
Trains per day
By train from Madrid to Valencia
An important rail connection: The train connection from Madrid to Valencia is one of the popular rail routes in Germany. On the AVE you reach your destination in just 1h 35m and can travel in comfort.
The route covers a distance of 391 kilometers and is served by about 18 trains every day. The solid frequency enables flexible trip planning.
Trains travel via Cuenca. This intermediate stop gives you the option to transfer or break your journey if needed. The total distance is 391 kilometers.
Infrastructure: LAV Madrid-Levante
Route highlights
- Schnelle Verbindung ans Mittelmeer
- Moderne Hochgeschwindigkeitsstrecke
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Available train types
This route is served by AVE.
Travel sustainably
Taking the train from Madrid to Valencia saves you about 62 kg of CO₂ per trip compared with driving. Versus flying you save as much as 95 kg of CO₂. Rail is the most sustainable way to cover this route.
Travel tips
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the train journey from Madrid to Valencia?
The fastest connection from Madrid to Valencia takes 1h 35m. The average travel time is 1h 45m.
How many trains run daily from Madrid to Valencia?
About 18 trains run daily on the Madrid - Valencia route. Train types include AVE.
What is the route from Madrid to Valencia?
Trains travel via Cuenca. The total distance is 391 km.
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Last update: April 2026
