What is the best way to travel from Ciudad Real to Madrid?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Madrid from Ciudad Real?
You can get to Madrid with just $8 by taking a Train from Renfe AVLO, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Renfe1h 4m07:18 AMCiudad RealCentral Station8:22 AMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/5/2025 7:18:00 AM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/5/2025 8:22:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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Renfe1h 4m07:38 AMCiudad RealCentral Station8:42 AMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/5/2025 7:38:00 AM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/5/2025 8:42:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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Renfe1h 4m08:23 AMCiudad RealCentral Station9:27 AMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/5/2025 8:23:00 AM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/5/2025 9:27:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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Renfe AVLO1h 6m03:06 PMCiudad RealCentral Station4:12 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/5/2025 3:06:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/5/2025 4:12:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
Cheapest Trains Friday
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Renfe AVLO1h 6m04:29 PMCiudad RealCentral Station5:35 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/6/2025 4:29:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
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Renfe AVLO1h 6m010:44 PMCiudad RealCentral Station11:50 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/6/2025 10:44:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/6/2025 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
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Renfe1h 11m08:53 PMCiudad RealCentral Station10:04 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/6/2025 8:53:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/6/2025 10:04:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 11m
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Renfe1h 7m07:33 PMCiudad RealCentral Station8:40 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/6/2025 7:33:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/6/2025 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 7m
Cheapest Trains Saturday
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Renfe AVLO1h 6m07:57 AMCiudad RealCentral Station9:03 AMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/7/2025 7:57:00 AM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/7/2025 9:03:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
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Renfe AVLO1h 6m010:44 PMCiudad RealCentral Station11:50 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/7/2025 10:44:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/7/2025 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
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Renfe5h 53m011:30 AMCiudad RealCentral Station5:23 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/7/2025 11:30:00 AM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/7/2025 5:23:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 53m
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Renfe2h 45m04:24 PMCiudad RealCentral Station7:09 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/7/2025 4:24:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/7/2025 7:09:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
Cheapest Trains Sunday
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Autocares Grupo Samar2h 55m05:00 PMCiudad RealCentral Bus Station7:55 PMMadridSur Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Autocares Grupo Samar goes from Central Bus Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/8/2025 5:00:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
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Renfe1h 4m08:23 AMCiudad RealCentral Station9:27 AMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/8/2025 8:23:00 AM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:27:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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Renfe1h 4m010:23 AMCiudad RealCentral Station11:27 AMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/8/2025 10:23:00 AM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:27:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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Renfe1h 4m012:23 PMCiudad RealCentral Station1:27 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/8/2025 12:23:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:27:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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Renfe AVLO1h 6m012:42 PMCiudad RealCentral Station1:48 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/8/2025 12:42:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:48:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
Cheapest Buses Monday
Cheapest Trains Monday
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Autocares Grupo Samar3h 10m09:05 AMCiudad RealCentral Bus Station12:15 PMMadridSur Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Autocares Grupo Samar goes from Central Bus Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/10/2025 9:05:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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Autocares Grupo Samar3h 10m09:05 AMCiudad RealCentral Bus Station12:15 PMMadridSur Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Autocares Grupo Samar goes from Central Bus Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/11/2025 9:05:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Ciudad Real to Madrid?
You can get to Madrid from Ciudad Real in just 1h 4m with a Train from Renfe. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Renfe1h 4m07:18 AMCiudad RealCentral Station8:22 AMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/5/2025 7:18:00 AM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/5/2025 8:22:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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Renfe1h 4m07:38 AMCiudad RealCentral Station8:42 AMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/5/2025 7:38:00 AM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/5/2025 8:42:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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Renfe1h 4m08:23 AMCiudad RealCentral Station9:27 AMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/5/2025 8:23:00 AM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/5/2025 9:27:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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Renfe AVLO1h 6m03:06 PMCiudad RealCentral Station4:12 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/5/2025 3:06:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/5/2025 4:12:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
Fastest Trains Friday
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Renfe AVLO1h 6m04:29 PMCiudad RealCentral Station5:35 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/6/2025 4:29:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/6/2025 5:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
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Renfe AVLO1h 6m010:44 PMCiudad RealCentral Station11:50 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/6/2025 10:44:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/6/2025 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
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Renfe AVLO1h 6m08:46 PMCiudad RealCentral Station9:52 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/6/2025 8:46:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/6/2025 9:52:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
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Renfe1h 7m07:33 PMCiudad RealCentral Station8:40 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/6/2025 7:33:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/6/2025 8:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 7m
Fastest Trains Saturday
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Renfe1h 4m08:23 AMCiudad RealCentral Station9:27 AMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/7/2025 8:23:00 AM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/7/2025 9:27:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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Renfe AVLO1h 6m07:57 AMCiudad RealCentral Station9:03 AMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/7/2025 7:57:00 AM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/7/2025 9:03:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
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Renfe AVLO1h 6m010:44 PMCiudad RealCentral Station11:50 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/7/2025 10:44:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/7/2025 11:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $8 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
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Renfe2h 45m04:24 PMCiudad RealCentral Station7:09 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/7/2025 4:24:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/7/2025 7:09:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 45m
Fastest Trains Sunday
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Renfe1h 4m08:23 AMCiudad RealCentral Station9:27 AMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/8/2025 8:23:00 AM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/8/2025 9:27:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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Renfe1h 4m010:23 AMCiudad RealCentral Station11:27 AMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/8/2025 10:23:00 AM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:27:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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Renfe1h 4m012:23 PMCiudad RealCentral Station1:27 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/8/2025 12:23:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:27:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 4m
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Renfe AVLO1h 6m012:42 PMCiudad RealCentral Station1:48 PMMadridAtocha Train Station0EconomyA Train from Renfe AVLO goes from Central Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/8/2025 12:42:00 PM to Atocha Train Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/8/2025 1:48:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $115 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 6m
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Autocares Grupo Samar2h 55m05:00 PMCiudad RealCentral Bus Station7:55 PMMadridSur Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Autocares Grupo Samar goes from Central Bus Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/8/2025 5:00:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 55m
Fastest Trains Monday
Fastest Buses Monday
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Autocares Grupo Samar3h 10m09:05 AMCiudad RealCentral Bus Station12:15 PMMadridSur Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Autocares Grupo Samar goes from Central Bus Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/10/2025 9:05:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/10/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Autocares Grupo Samar3h 10m09:05 AMCiudad RealCentral Bus Station12:15 PMMadridSur Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from Autocares Grupo Samar goes from Central Bus Station, Ciudad Real (Spain) at 12/11/2025 9:05:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/11/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Fastest Buses Thursday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Ciudad Real to Madrid
What are the most popular stations in Ciudad Real and Madrid?
In Ciudad Real, you will usually depart from Central Station, El Sotillo or Central Bus Station, while in Madrid you will be arriving at Atocha Train Station, Chamartin Train Station or Sur Bus Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Madrid from Ciudad Real? With 3 connections between 3 Train, Bus and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Ciudad Real and Madrid, you can pay as low as $8 with a Train from Renfe AVLO.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Renfe: you will get to Madrid in just 1h 4m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Ciudad Real and Madrid are Renfe, Renfe AVLO and Autocares Grupo Samar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Ciudad Real and Madrid is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Miguelturra or to Delicias, and look at flights from Ciudad Real Airport, and landing at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Ciudad Real to Madrid?
The most popular companies between Ciudad Real and Madrid, are Renfe, Renfe AVLO and Autocares Grupo Samar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Autocares Grupo Samar
Train companies: Renfe and Renfe AVLO
All you need to know when you travel from Ciudad Real to Madrid
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Ciudad Real to Madrid. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Ciudad Real to Madrid
How can I reach Madrid from Ciudad Real?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train, Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Madrid from Ciudad Real.
How far is Madrid from Ciudad Real?
The distance between Ciudad Real and Madrid is 99.7 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Ciudad Real and Madrid?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 27 kgs, and a flight 39 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Ciudad Real to Madrid?
You can get to Madrid with just $8 by taking a Train from Renfe AVLO.
What is the fastest way to get from Ciudad Real to Madrid?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Madrid in just 1h 4m with a Train from Renfe.
More routes to Ciudad Real and to Madrid
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Ciudad Real and to Madrid. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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