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Valladolid to Madrid Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Valladolid to Madrid trains run on the Madrid-Segovia-Valladolid high-speed line, with Renfe operating AVE, Alvia and Avant services. Trains depart from Valladolid Campo Grande and usually arrive at Madrid Chamartin-Clara Campoamor, with Segovia-Guiomar as the main intermediate high-speed stop on many services. The rail distance is about 179 km, and the fastest AVE and Alvia departures take about 53 minutes; stopping Avant services are commonly around 1 hour 5 minutes, while slower services can take about 2 hours 30 minutes depending on the timetable. Around 25 to 35 direct trains normally run each day in one direction. One-way fares from Valladolid to Madrid start from about €14 ($15 USD) for advance Avant or basic high-speed fares and can rise to around €60 ($65 USD) for flexible AVE or Alvia fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas and New Year, and Spanish long weekends.

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Seats

Valladolid

Madrid

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Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

07:18

ValladolidValladolid Campo Grande

1h 2m

08:20

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05080

from

8360 USD

1h 2m, Direct

07:18

ValladolidValladolid Campo Grande

08:20

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

from

8360 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 05080

07:55

ValladolidValladolid Campo Grande

1h 12m

09:07

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

Direct

AVANT 08278

from

6118 USD

1h 12m, Direct

07:55

ValladolidValladolid Campo Grande

09:07

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

from

6118 USD

Direct

AVANT 08278

Day trains

12:45

ValladolidValladolid Campo Grande

1h 13m

13:58

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

Direct

High-speed

Renfe Alvia 04086

from

9216 USD

1h 13m, Direct

12:45

ValladolidValladolid Campo Grande

13:58

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

from

9216 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe Alvia 04086

13:15

ValladolidValladolid Campo Grande

1h 3m

14:18

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

Direct

High-speed

Renfe Alvia 10410

from

12570 USD

1h 3m, Direct

13:15

ValladolidValladolid Campo Grande

14:18

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

from

12570 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe Alvia 10410

Evening trains

19:40

ValladolidValladolid Campo Grande

1h 13m

20:53

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

Direct

AVANT 08198

from

6118 USD

1h 13m, Direct

19:40

ValladolidValladolid Campo Grande

20:53

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

from

6118 USD

Direct

AVANT 08198

20:35

ValladolidValladolid Campo Grande

1h 12m

21:47

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

Direct

AVANT 08208

from

6118 USD

1h 12m, Direct

20:35

ValladolidValladolid Campo Grande

21:47

MadridMadrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

from

6118 USD

Direct

AVANT 08208

First train

06:23

Last train

22:34

Travel duration

1h 2m

Daily departures

Departure station

Valladolid

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Madrid

Ticket price

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Flexible Exchanges & Cancellations

Exchange and cancellation rules for Valladolid to Madrid bookings depend on the selected Renfe service and fare type. Flexible AVE and Alvia fares allow more changes than the lowest advance fares, subject to seat availability.

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Valladolid to Madrid Route Overview

The Valladolid to Madrid high-speed route cuts through the Guadarrama mountains using the 28.4 km Guadarrama tunnels, among the longest railway tunnels in Spain. This alignment is why the train can cover the Castilian plateau to the capital in under an hour on the fastest departures. AVE, Alvia and Avant trains on this corridor use reserved seating, so the ticket is tied to a specific train and seat rather than an open departure. Madrid arrivals are normally at Chamartin-Clara Campoamor in the north of the city, which links directly with Metro lines, Cercanias suburban trains and other long-distance services.

Travel time

1h 2m

Train type

Renfe Alvia

Renfe AVE

Renfe Avlo

Fastest trip

54m

Longest trip

1h 35m

Valladolid

Valladolid is the main rail hub of Castile and Leon and a historic city associated with the Pisuerga River, the National Sculpture Museum and Plaza Mayor. Trains to Madrid depart from Valladolid Campo Grande, located south of the old center and within walking distance of Campo Grande park.

Valladolid Campo Grande

Station

Valladolid

Station

1h 2m

Madrid

Madrid is Spain's capital, with major museums along the Paseo del Prado, the Royal Palace area and central squares such as Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor. Most high-speed trains from Valladolid arrive at Madrid Chamartin-Clara Campoamor, a northern rail terminal with Metro and Cercanias links to Atocha, Sol and the airport.

Madrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor

Station

Madrid Atocha

Station

Madrid Príncipe Pio

Station

Madrid - Atocha Cercanías

Station

Available Ticket Classes

Renfe AVE and Alvia services between Valladolid and Madrid use reserved seats and fare families such as Basico, Elige, Elige Confort and Premium, depending on the train selected. Basico is the lowest fare with stricter change rules, while Elige and Premium add more flexibility and, on eligible trains, Confort seating. Avant services are designed for frequent medium-distance high-speed travel and normally offer a single Standard class with assigned seats. All trains on this route are reservation-based; there is no non-reserved car practice like on some Asian high-speed networks.

from

$1376

Economy Class

from

$7340

Business class

Practical Information for AVE, Alvia and Avant Travelers

Renfe luggage rules apply on Valladolid to Madrid AVE, Alvia and Avant trains. Keep bags within the stated size and weight limits before passing the station access control.

Luggage Allowance

Passengers may bring up to 3 pieces of luggage with a combined maximum weight of 25 kg. The total combined dimensions may not exceed 290 cm, and the largest single item should not exceed 85 x 55 x 35 cm.

Storage Facilities

AVE and Alvia trainsets have overhead racks for cabin bags and larger racks near carriage entrances. Avant trains also provide overhead storage and end-of-car luggage areas, but space can be tighter on peak commuter departures into Madrid.

Special Items

Folded bicycles, scooters, skis, golf bags and musical instruments are accepted when packed and kept within Renfe luggage limits. Full-size bicycles generally need to be folded or disassembled and placed in a cover on high-speed services.

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Valladolid to Madrid Map

The Valladolid to Madrid route follows the Madrid-Segovia-Valladolid high-speed line south from Valladolid Campo Grande across the Castilian plateau. Many trains call at Segovia-Guiomar before entering the Guadarrama tunnels under the Sierra de Guadarrama and descending toward Madrid Chamartin-Clara Campoamor. The line is separate from the older conventional railway through Avila, which is why high-speed services are much faster.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The Valladolid to Madrid train links Valladolid Campo Grande with Madrid Chamartin-Clara Campoamor in about 53 minutes on the fastest services, with frequent departures throughout the day. Intercity buses usually take about 2 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours between Valladolid and Madrid bus stations, depending on traffic and the stop pattern. Flying is not a practical choice for this short route because there are no time-saving domestic air links for the city pair and airport access would take longer than the rail trip. Electric high-speed rail also has a lower carbon impact than driving or flying on comparable Spanish domestic routes.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

AVANT

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 7m

Price from

$36

Departures

217

Rating

Train

ALVIA

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 10m

Price from

$15

Departures

191

Rating

Train

AVE

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 0m

Price from

$16

Departures

160

Rating

Train

AVLO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 1m

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

Intercit

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 9m

Price from

$15

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

1h 2m

$8-$89

Bus

Apprx.

2h 30m

$12-$25

Flight

Apprx.

Valladolid to Madrid Bullet Train

AVE services are the fastest Valladolid to Madrid trains, using the high-speed line at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) and completing the trip in about 53 minutes on selected departures. Alvia trains also use the high-speed corridor and have similar travel times on this section, while continuing beyond Valladolid or Madrid on mixed-gauge routes. Avant trains serve the same corridor for medium-distance passengers, usually taking around 1 hour 5 minutes with reserved Standard seating. Slower conventional or regional options, when scheduled, take much longer and are mainly useful for intermediate towns not served by the high-speed line. Operator: Renfe.

Renfe Alvia

Renfe Alvia uses variable-gauge trains on long-distance routes across Spain.

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Renfe AVE

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

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Renfe Avlo

Renfe Avlo is Spain's low-cost high-speed train with Turista class only.

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FAQ about the Valladolid - Madrid Route

Does a rail pass cover Valladolid to Madrid?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on Renfe trains between Valladolid and Madrid, but seat reservations are compulsory on AVE, Alvia and Avant services and reservation fees may apply. The Renfe Spain Pass can also be used on eligible Renfe long-distance and medium-distance trains with a required seat reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How long is the train from Valladolid to Madrid?

The fastest Valladolid to Madrid AVE and Alvia trains take about 53 minutes over the 179 km high-speed route. Avant trains commonly take around 1 hour 5 minutes, while slower services can take about 2 hours 30 minutes depending on routing and stops.

How much is the train from Valladolid to Madrid?

One-way Valladolid to Madrid fares start from about €14 ($15 USD) for advance Avant or basic high-speed fares and can rise to around €60 ($65 USD) for flexible AVE or Alvia fares near departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How fast is the Valladolid to Madrid train?

AVE trains on the Madrid-Segovia-Valladolid high-speed line can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph). Alvia and Avant services also use the high-speed line on this corridor, though journey time depends on stops and the specific trainset.

How do I book Valladolid to Madrid train tickets?

Book Valladolid to Madrid train tickets on Rail Monsters by choosing your date, departure time, Renfe service and fare class. Pay online and receive the ticket by email for phone display or printing. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and the iOS and Android apps can be used to manage the trip.

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