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Taking the train from Madrid Atocha to Villacañas in 1 hour 6 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Madrid Atocha to Villacañas? We’ve got you covered.
It usually takes around 1 hour 31 minutes to travel the 57 miles (92 km) from Madrid Atocha to Villacañas by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 6 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 9 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. You can travel on this route with either Avlo and Renfe trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.
Train tickets from Madrid Atocha to Villacañas start from £42.16 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 Villacañas? 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 timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
Trains to Villacañas from Madrid Atocha
It takes an average of 1h 31m to travel from Madrid Atocha to Villacañas by train, over a distance of around 57 miles (92 km). There are normally 9 trains per day travelling from Madrid Atocha to Villacañas and tickets for this journey start from £42.16 when you book in advance.
| First train | 07:10 | |
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| Last train | 21:42 | |
| Departure station | Madrid Atocha | |
| Arrival station | Villacañas | |
| Journey time | From 1h 6m | |
| Distance | 57 miles (92 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £42.16 | |
| Train and bus operators | Interbus, Renfe |
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Madrid Atocha to Villacañas?
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Renfe, Avant and Media Distancia trains from Madrid Atocha to Villacañas
Renfe
Avant
Media Distancia
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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Renfe's Media Distancia are regional trains operated by CAF locomotives that run on medium-distance routes not covered by Avant high-speed trains. Most Media Distancia trains have one class. However, there are some that will have Turista (Second Class) and Preferente (First Class). These trains also have spaces for bicycles, and all seats are equipped with power sockets and reading lights.
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What Avlo and Avant classes are there from Madrid Atocha to Villacañas?
Compare the different travel classes offered by Avlo and Avant when travelling from Madrid Atocha to Villacañas.
Economy Class
Travel in Avlo’s Economy Class and you can connect to the free WiFi and grab some snacks from the vending machine.
- Vending machine
- Luggage storage
- Entertainment portal
- Free WiFi
- Air-conditioning
- Fold-down table
- Adjustable seats/footrests
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
- Luggage storage
- Seat reservation
- Fold-down table
- Reading light
What are the onboard services on Avlo and Avant?
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Madrid Atocha to Villacañas.
Avlo
Avant
What luggage limits are there? | If you are travelling with a Básica ticket on an Avlo train, you can travel with 1 piece of hand luggage and 1 suitcase. Both pieces of luggage are not subject to a weight limit, but the hand luggage cannot exceed 27 x 36 x 25 cm and the suitcase cannot exceed 55 x 35 x 25cm in dimensions. If you’d like to add 1 extra piece of luggage, you’ll need to pay a fee of €10 if you buy at the time of purchase and €30 if you get it at the station. |
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What food and drink is available? | On Avlo trains, there is no onboard dining service. However, you will find a vending machine, serving a diverse variety of hot and cold drinks and snacks. Please note that the vending machine only accepts card payment. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | If you’re travelling with Avlo, you can enjoy free WiFi through the PlayRenfe platform. As soon as you’re connected you can enjoy films, television shows, newspapers and much more. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | Children under 3 years old travel for free with Avlo, as long as they do not occupy a seat. Children under 14 travel for €5 (maximum of 2 child tickets per adult). |
Can I bring a bike on board? | Only folding bikes and scooters are allowed on board Avlo trains, as long as they do not exceed the dimensions permitted for suitcases – 55 x 35 x 25cm. |
Can I bring pets on board? | You can travel with your pet for only €10, provided that you have a small pet, such as a dog, cat, ferret or bird (not poultry). Your pet must not weigh more than 10 kg and must travel inside a cage or carrier, which must not exceed dimensions of 60 x 35 x 35 cm. Please note there is a maximum of 1 pet per person and all pets must always travel with their own pet ticket and not take up a seat. Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on the train free of charge. |
What special assistance is available? | With Avlo, passengers with reduced mobility can request the assistance service. For more information, contact Avlo directly. |
What luggage limits are there? | With Avant, you can take up to 3 pieces of luggage, as long as they do not exceed 290 cm and 25 kg in total. On Avant trains, pushchairs and instruments smaller than 30 x 120 x 38 cm are also considered hand luggage. |
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What food and drink is available? | 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. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | Avant trains do not offer Wi-Fi, but you can watch the films or documentaries that are broadcast in each carriage. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | 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. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | You can take your bike or skateboard if it is folded, travels inside a cover and is less than 180 cm 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. |
Can I bring pets on board? | Your pet can accompany you as long as it weighs less than 10 kg, travels with a pet ticket, doesn’t occupy a seat and is inside a carrier (max dimensions 60 x 35 x 35 cm). The ticket price is 25% of the standard ticket price, except in first class, which will be free. |
What special assistance is available? | Avant has an assistance service for people with reduced mobility or disabilities, to request it contact Avant directly. |
How do I find cheap train tickets from Madrid Atocha to Villacañas?
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 discounts
6. Take a night train
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.