Book a train from Valencia
Find trains from Valencia and book onward journeys to Madrid, Barcelona, and Alicante. One search shows live times and fares across every operator, so you can weigh speed against price before you travel.
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When the train makes sense for travelling from Valencia
The high-speed and coastal lines from Valencia reach Madrid, Barcelona, and Alicante with no airport run at either end. For these routes the train is usually the most time efficient option, and it's lower-carbon, often cheaper, and usually more comfortable than flying.
Train travel questions
How long is the train from Barcelona or Madrid to Valencia?
Fast trains reach Valencia from Barcelona in around 3 hours and from Madrid in about 1 hour 50 minutes on the high-speed line. Advance fares are the cheapest, so it's worth booking early on when you can.
Is there a direct train from Alicante to Valencia?
Direct trains link Alicante and Valencia in roughly 1 hour 40 minutes along the coast, with several departures a day. It's an easy add-on for a wider Costa Blanca trip.
How do you buy Valencia train tickets and where is the main station?
Booking Valencia train tickets online is the easiest option and gets you the cheapest high-speed fares, with Renfe (Spanish railways) machines and in-person counters as a last-minute backup. Joaquin Sorolla handles high-speed services, with Valencia Nord for regional trains.
Is the train to Valencia cheaper than flying?
Taking the train to Valencia from Madrid or Barcelona can undercut flying once airport transfers and bag fees are counted, and it lands you in the centre for added convenience. Booking ahead of time secures the best fares.
Does the AVE high-speed line serve Valencia?
Valencia is on Spain's AVE high-speed network, with fast direct trains to Madrid and good links onward across the country. Checking the direct high-speed trains vs the slower services shows where you can save time or money.
Is the train to Valencia better for the environment than flying?
Taking the train to Valencia produces far less carbon than a domestic flight, and the high-speed line from Madrid makes it an easy swap when traveling within the country.