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Taking the train from El Escorial to Madrid in 53 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from El Escorial to Madrid? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 57 minutes to travel the 41 km from El Escorial to Madrid by train, although you can get there in as little as 53 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 34 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available.
Train tickets from El Escorial to Madrid start from $4.95 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Madrid? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
El Escorial to Madrid by train
It takes an average of 57m to travel from El Escorial to Madrid by train, over a distance of around 25 miles (41 km). There are normally 34 trains per day traveling from El Escorial to Madrid and tickets for this journey start from $4.95 when you book in advance.
| First train | 5:46 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 10:12 pm | |
| Departure station | El Escorial | |
| Arrival station | Madrid | |
| Journey time | From 53m | |
| Distance | 25 miles (41 km) | |
| Frequency | 34 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $4.95 | |
| Train and bus operators | Cercanías |
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from El Escorial to Madrid?
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How do I find cheap train tickets from El Escorial to Madrid?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
* Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.