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Travel from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo by train in 1 hour 57 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo by train is 4 hours 24 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 57 minutes. You'll usually find 5 trains per day traveling the 78 km between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there are no direct services to Toledo. This route is served by Renfe, Spain's main rail operator. You're likely to be traveling on one of their high-speed trains – AVE, Avlo, Avant, Alvia or AV-City – or a regional Media Distancia, Regional or Express Regional train during your journey.
Book train tickets from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from $15.65. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
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Alcalá de Henares to Toledo by train
It takes an average of 4h 24m to travel from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo by train, over a distance of around 48 miles (78 km). There are normally 5 trains per day traveling from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo and tickets for this journey start from $15.65 when you book in advance.
| First train | 08:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:40 | |
| Departure station | Alcalá de Henares | |
| Arrival station | Toledo | |
| Journey time | From 1h 57m | |
| Distance | 48 miles (78 km) | |
| Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $15.65 | |
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Renfe and Avant trains from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo
Renfe
Avant
Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.
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Able to reach speeds of at 155 mph (250 km/h), Avant trains operate short and medium distance high-speed services. These trains are intended to cover journeys within the same autonomous community or in two neighbouring communities. For this reason, trains generally don’t offer catering services and travel less than 125 miles (200 km). They have two types of comfort classes – Turista (Second Class) and Preferente (First Class).
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Avant classes from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo
Compare the different travel classes offered by Avant when traveling from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo.
Turista
In Avant's Turista Class, you'll find most seats arranged in airline-style pairs rather than around tables, air-conditioning, vending machines and accessible toilets.
- Vending machine
- Baggage storage
- Seat reservation
- Fold-down table
- Reading light
Onboard services on Avant
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo.
With Avant, you can take up to 3 pieces of baggage, as long as they do not exceed 290cm (114.1 inches) and 25kg (55.1 pounds) in total. On Avant trains, pushchairs and instruments smaller than 30 x 120 x 38 cm (11.8 x 47.2 x 14.9 inches) are also considered hand baggage.
If you’d like to stretch your legs, most Avant trains have a café carriage, and in case you’d prefer to stay in your seat, a mobile bar service.
Avant trains do not offer Wi-Fi, but you can watch the films or documentaries that are broadcast in each carriage.
Children up to 3 years old travel for free as long as they don’t occupy a seat, but they will need a free child ticket. Children between 3 and 14 years old have a 40% discount on the general price.
You can take your bike or skateboard if it is folded, travels inside a cover and is less than 180 cm (70.8 inches) in total. If the dimensions exceed 180 cm, it will be considered special luggage and must travel with the pedals removed, the handlebars turned 90 degrees and dimensions less than 120 x 90 x 40 cm (47.2 x 35.4 x 15.7 inches).
Your pet can accompany you as long as it weighs less than 10 kg (22 pounds), travels with a pet ticket, doesn’t occupy a seat and is inside a carrier with max dimensions 60 x 35 x 35 cm (23 x 13 x 13 inches). The ticket price is 25% of the standard ticket price, except in first class, which will be free.
Avant has an assistance service for people with reduced mobility or disabilities, to request it contact Avant directly.
Cheap train tickets from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
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FAQs for Alcalá de Henares to Toledo
Want to know more about your journey from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo take?
The average journey time by train between Alcalá de Henares and Toledo is 4 hours and 24 minutes, with around 5 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Alcalá de Henares and Toledo by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo is 1 hour and 57 minutes.
How much does the train from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo cost?
Train tickets from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo can start from as little as $15.65 when you book in advance and are usually more expensive when purchased on the day. Prices can also vary depending the time of day, route and class you book.
Is there a direct train from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo?
No, there are no direct train services from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo. Travelling from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo leave?
The first train from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo leaves at 08:20. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo leave?
The last train from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo leaves at 21:40. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Alcalá de Henares and Toledo by train?
Trains travelling from Alcalá de Henares to Toledo cover a distance of around 48 miles (78 km) during the journey.
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