The average train between Madrid and Albacete takes 2h 17m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Madrid to Albacete. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Madrid and Albacete. The earliest departure is at 12:40 AM at night, and the last departure from Madrid is at 7:42 PM which arrives into Albacete at 9:48 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
2h 8m • 1 change
1h 46m • 1 change
1h 54m • 1 change
3h 15m • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Madrid to Albacete. However, there are services departing from Madrid station and arriving at Albacete station via Albacete. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.
Madrid to Albacete train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.
Madrid to Albacete train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, arrive at Albacete station.
Book your Madrid to Albacete train tickets online with Renfe Cercanias, Renfe Viajeros and 2 other operators.
The distance between Madrid and Albacete is 223.5 km. The road distance is 328 km.
Renfe AVE operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Albacete hourly. Tickets cost €45–90 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Three other operators also service this route.
