The average train between Madrid (Station) and Albacete takes 2h 16m and the fastest train takes 1h 51m. There is a train service every few hours from Madrid (Station) 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 hourly between Madrid (Station) and Albacete. The earliest departure is at 2:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Madrid (Station) is at 7:37 PM which arrives into Albacete at 9:48 PM. All services require a transfer at Cartagena and take an average of 2h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 53m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Madrid (Station) to Albacete? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Madrid (Station) to Albacete. However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín station and arriving at Albacete station via Albacete station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.
Madrid (Station) to Albacete train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.
Madrid (Station) to Albacete train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Albacete station.
The distance between Madrid (Station) and Albacete is 223.4 km. The road distance is 256 km.
Renfe AVE operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Albacete every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–80 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Three other operators also service this route.