The average train between Madrid (Station) and Cuenca takes 1h 37m and the fastest train takes 1h 22m. There is an hourly train service from Madrid (Station) to Cuenca. 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 Cuenca. The earliest departure is at 2:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Madrid (Station) is at 8:53 PM which arrives into Cuenca at 10:18 PM. All services require a transfer at Cartagena and take an average of 1h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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1h 27m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Madrid (Station) to Cuenca? 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 Cuenca. However, there are services departing from Madrid Chamartín station and arriving at Cuenca Fernando Zobel station via Cuenca Fernando Zobel station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.
Madrid (Station) to Cuenca train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.
Madrid (Station) to Cuenca train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Cuenca Fernando Zobel station.
The distance between Madrid (Station) and Cuenca is 136.9 km. The road distance is 167 km.
Renfe AVE operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Cuenca Fernando Zobel hourly. Tickets cost €28–50 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Three other operators also service this route.