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Travel from Alcalá de Henares to El Escorial by train in 1 hour 46 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Alcalá de Henares to El Escorial by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Alcalá de Henares to El Escorial by train is 2 hours 9 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour 46 minutes. Around 36 trains per day travel the 41 miles (66 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to El Escorial.
Book train tickets from Alcalá de Henares to El Escorial in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £3.62. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices when you search in our Journey Planner.
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Alcalá de Henares to El Escorial by train
It takes an average of 2h 9m to travel from Alcalá de Henares to El Escorial by train, over a distance of around 41 miles (66 km). There are normally 36 trains per day travelling from Alcalá de Henares to El Escorial and tickets for this journey start from £3.62 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:19 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:21 | |
| Departure station | Alcalá de Henares | |
| Arrival station | El Escorial | |
| Journey time | From 1h 46m | |
| Distance | 41 miles (66 km) | |
| Frequency | 36 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £3.62 | |
| Train and bus operators | Cercanías |
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Cheap train tickets from Alcalá de Henares to El Escorial
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 El Escorial 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.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.