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Castello to Madrid Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Castello to Madrid trains link Castelló de la Plana station with Madrid Chamartín-Clara Campoamor, using the Mediterranean corridor south to Valencia and the Madrid-Levante high-speed line inland via Cuenca. Direct services on this route include Renfe AVE, Alvia and Intercity trains, with iryo also operating selected high-speed departures between Castellon and Madrid. The rail distance is about 420 km, with the fastest direct trains taking around 2 hours 35 minutes and slower services taking up to about 4 hours, depending on stops and routing. Typical intermediate calls may include Valencia Joaquín Sorolla, Cuenca Fernando Zóbel, and Requena-Utiel on high-speed services. Travelers can choose Standard and Comfort-style seating on Renfe services, while iryo offers several fare and class bundles depending on the departure. One-way fares start from about €19 ($21 USD) for advance basic fares and can rise to around €120 ($130 USD) for flexible or higher-class tickets. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. There are usually around 8 to 12 direct departures per day in one direction. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas/New Year, and long weekends.

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Castello

Madrid

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Morning trains

06:00

CastelloStation

3h 5m

09:05

MadridMadrid Atocha

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05871

from

70 USD

3h 5m, Direct

06:00

CastelloStation

09:05

MadridMadrid Atocha

from

70 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05871

Day trains

14:11

CastelloStation

3h 6m

17:17

MadridMadrid Atocha

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05951

from

70 USD

3h 6m, Direct

14:11

CastelloStation

17:17

MadridMadrid Atocha

from

70 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05951

First train

06:00

Last train

14:11

Travel duration

3h 5m

Daily departures

Departure station

Castello

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Madrid

Ticket price

$29

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Exchange and cancellation conditions depend on the fare selected for the Castello to Madrid train. Flexible Renfe and iryo fares usually allow changes before departure, while the lowest advance fares often carry tighter rules.

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Castello to Madrid Route Overview

This route is notable because it connects the Mediterranean coast of Castellon with Spain's central high-speed network, changing from the coastal corridor near Valencia to the faster inland alignment across La Mancha. The section between Valencia and Madrid uses the Madrid-Levante high-speed line, built for speeds up to 300 km/h (186 mph), while some services use conventional track near Castellon. Seat reservation is standard on Spanish long-distance and high-speed trains, so tickets are issued for a specific train and seat rather than open boarding. Advance fares can sell out on Friday afternoons, Sunday evenings, and holiday periods when students and weekend travelers move between the coast and Madrid.

Travel time

3h 5m

Train type

Renfe AVE

Fastest trip

3h 5m

Longest trip

3h 6m

Castello

Castello, officially Castelló de la Plana, is the main city of Spain's Castellon province and a rail stop on the Valencia-Tarragona Mediterranean corridor. Castelló de la Plana station is west of the city center, with local buses and taxis linking the station to Plaça Major, the Ribalta area, and the coast at El Grao.

Castello

Station

3h 5m

Madrid

Madrid is Spain's capital and the country's largest rail hub, with high-speed lines radiating toward Valencia, Barcelona, Seville, Galicia, and the north. Most Castello to Madrid high-speed services use Madrid Chamartín-Clara Campoamor, which connects to Cercanías suburban trains, metro services, and cross-city links to Atocha.

Madrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

Station

Madrid Atocha

Station

Madrid Príncipe Pio

Station

Madrid - Atocha Cercanías

Station

Available Ticket Classes

Renfe AVE and Alvia services on the Castello to Madrid route are usually sold through fare families such as Basico, Elige, Elige Confort, and Premium, depending on the train. Basico is the lowest fare with a reserved Standard seat and stricter change conditions. Elige and Elige Confort add more flexibility or Comfort seating where available, while Premium includes a Comfort seat and broader fare conditions on eligible AVE services. Intercity trains generally offer reserved seats with fewer onboard class options. Iryo services are sold in fare bundles such as Inicial, Singular, Singular Only YOU, and Infinita, with class, flexibility, and onboard service varying by fare.

from

$48

Economy Class

from

$78

Business class

Practical Information for AVE and iryo Travelers

Spanish high-speed and long-distance trains have defined luggage rules, and station boarding gates may check ticket validity before platform access. Keep large bags within the stated limits and label them before travel.

Luggage Allowance

On Renfe AVE and long-distance services, passengers may usually bring up to 3 pieces of luggage with a combined weight of up to 25 kg and total combined dimensions up to 290 cm. Iryo luggage allowance depends on the fare, but standard tickets usually include a cabin bag and a larger suitcase within published size limits.

Storage Facilities

AVE, Alvia, Intercity and iryo trainsets have overhead racks for cabin bags and larger luggage shelves near car entrances. Standard medium suitcases fit best in the end-of-car racks; avoid blocking aisles or vestibule doors on full Madrid-bound trains.

Special Items

Folded bicycles, scooters, musical instruments, and sports gear must be packed and kept within the operator's size limits. Non-folding bicycles may require a specific reservation or may not be accepted on some high-speed departures.

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Castello to Madrid Map

The Castello to Madrid route starts at Castelló de la Plana on the Mediterranean corridor, then runs south toward Valencia before joining the Madrid-Levante high-speed line. Common high-speed stops include Valencia Joaquín Sorolla, Requena-Utiel and Cuenca Fernando Zóbel before Madrid Chamartín-Clara Campoamor. The route shifts from orange groves and coastal plains near Castellon and Valencia to drier inland plateaus approaching Madrid.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

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Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

AVE

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 5m

Price from

$29

Departures

Rating

The Castello to Madrid train gives a city-station to city-station trip, usually arriving at Madrid Chamartín-Clara Campoamor without airport transfer time. Coaches between Castellon and Madrid normally take about 5 to 6 hours and are useful for low fares, but they run less often than the rail services. Flights are limited because Castellon Airport has a small route network, and most air options require using Valencia Airport plus ground transfer. For carbon emissions and total city-to-city time, rail is the stronger choice on this corridor.

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Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

3h 5m

$29-$105

Bus

Apprx.

5h 45m

$22-$55

Flight

Apprx.

1h 5m

$65-$210

Castello to Madrid Bullet Train

AVE services are the fastest Castello to Madrid option when available, using high-speed infrastructure for part of the route and reaching up to 300 km/h (186 mph) between Valencia and Madrid. Alvia trains combine high-speed and conventional sections, making them useful where the train pattern includes more intermediate stops. Intercity services are usually slower and may offer fewer class options, but can provide extra departure times on the same corridor. Iryo high-speed trains also run selected Castellon to Madrid services with reserved seating and several fare bundles. The fastest direct timings are about 2 hours 35 minutes, while stopping services can approach 4 hours. Operators: Renfe and iryo.

Renfe AVE

Renfe AVE is Spain's high-speed rail service on major routes from Madrid.

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FAQ about the Castello - Madrid Route

How long is the Castello to Madrid train?

The fastest direct Castello to Madrid trains take around 2 hours 35 minutes. Slower Alvia or Intercity services can take up to about 4 hours depending on stops, train type, and the section used between Castellon, Valencia, Cuenca, and Madrid.

How much is the train from Castello to Madrid?

One-way Castello to Madrid train fares start from about €19 ($21 USD) for advance basic tickets and can rise to around €120 ($130 USD) for flexible or higher-class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

Does a rail pass cover Castello to Madrid trains?

Eurail and Interrail passes can cover participating Spanish train operators on this route, but high-speed and long-distance trains require a paid seat reservation. Renfe Spain Pass validity is limited to Renfe services and does not apply to every operator. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How fast is the Castello to Madrid high-speed train?

AVE and iryo trains can reach up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on the Madrid-Levante high-speed line between Valencia and Madrid. Average speed is lower because the route includes the Castellon-Valencia section and scheduled station stops.

How do I book Castello to Madrid train tickets?

Book Castello to Madrid train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, selecting a direct AVE, Alvia, Intercity or iryo service, choosing the available class, and paying online. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and mobile apps for iOS and Android are available for managing tickets.

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