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Travelling from Vila-Seca to Madrid by train
Looking to travel from Vila-Seca to Madrid by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 5 hours 5 minutes to travel from Vila-Seca to Madrid by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 4 hours 20 minutes though. You'll usually find 21 trains per day running along the 258 miles (416 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 1 change during the journey to Madrid, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. This route is operated by Renfe, the Spanish national rail operator, who run long and medium distance trains across the country. During you journey you're likely to travel on one of their high-speed services – AVE, AV-City, Avant, Alvia or Avlo – or a regional Media Distancia, Regional or Express Regional train.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Vila-Seca to Madrid.
If you’re feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Madrid by train, including our timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Renfe trains from Vila-Seca to Madrid
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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Cheap train tickets from Vila-Seca to Madrid
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 Vila-Seca to Madrid 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.
Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Vila-Seca to Madrid? 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 Vila-Seca to Madrid take?
The average journey time by train between Vila-Seca and Madrid is 5 hours and 5 minutes, with around 21 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 Vila-Seca and Madrid by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Vila-Seca to Madrid is 4 hours and 20 minutes.
Is there a direct train from Vila-Seca to Madrid?
No, there are no direct train services from Vila-Seca to Madrid. Travelling from Vila-Seca to Madrid by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
What time does the first train from Vila-Seca to Madrid leave?
The first train from Vila-Seca to Madrid leaves at 05:42. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Vila-Seca to Madrid leave?
The last train from Vila-Seca to Madrid leaves at 22:07. 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 Vila-Seca and Madrid by train?
Trains travelling from Vila-Seca to Madrid cover a distance of around 258 miles (416 km) during the journey.
Looking for more information?
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Madrid to Vila-Seca.