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Madrid to La Serna train timetable

Thinking of traveling from Madrid to La Serna? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just AU$ 9.26, with the average price for this route being around AU$ 9.26. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
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05:29
23m, Direct
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
05:52
La Serna
Renfe Cercanias
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05:51
23m, Direct
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
06:14
La Serna
Renfe Cercanias
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06:11
23m, Direct
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
06:34
La Serna
Renfe Cercanias
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06:26
23m, Direct
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
06:49
La Serna
Renfe Cercanias
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06:41
23m, Direct
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
07:04
La Serna
Renfe Cercanias
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06:56
23m, Direct
Madrid-Atocha Cercanías
07:19
Paris
Renfe Cercanias
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Madrid to La Serna Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Madrid to La Serna usually begin at AU$ 9.26. The average travel time is about 23m, spanning a distance of roughly 15 km. Renfe Cercanias provides around 104 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
00:11
Last train
Last train
23:46
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
23m
Distance
Distance
15 km
Price
Price
From AU$ 9.26
Train Operators
Train Operators
Renfe Cercanias

Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.

Spanish train offers

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers travel discounts of 8% for groups of four to nine people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can also receive up to a 50% discount. For groups of more than 25 people, you can submit a quote to see if it will be accepted. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Advance booking

Save up to 70% on Renfe AVE Básico tickets by booking 3 months ahead. Trip.com shows detailed fare lists. By planning your travel in advance, you can take advantage of these significant discounts and enjoy a more budget-friendly journey.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers 40% off ticket fares for children under 14. Children are able to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and to make changes or refunds based on the ticket type chosen, although this may incur a fee. Children under four years old travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat and must sit on the lap of an adult passenger. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, the age limit for free travel without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25 with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. The card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. With this scheme, you can enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE International trains, or a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: during weekdays, you can get a 25% discount, while on weekends, you can receive a 40% discount. Note that all services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets. The same applies to whether changes and refunds are allowed.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to La Serna

Renfe trains, particularly AVE models, offer four service categories based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid to La Serna Renfe ticket types

Select from four fare types for your trip from Madrid to La Serna, arranged in order of price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type has different conditions for refunds and changes.

Madrid to La Serna Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the least expensive fare available on AVE trains, and it comes with no refund or change options.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit more expensive compared to the Básico fare. This ticket option includes the ability to get 70% refund of the original ticket price and make one free change, along with several extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is a bit pricier than Elige Estándar. The primary distinction is the wider seats, and it also offers the option for refunds and changes.

Prémium

As the most expensive fare, Prémium includes unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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