Madrid Airport Train

The Train Lines Serving Madrid Barajas Airport (MAD)

Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport is connected to the city of Madrid via two suburban RENFE Cercanías train lines: C1 and C10. Both lines depart from the airport train station, Aeropuerto T4, located at level -1 of Terminal 4, and provide fast, reliable connections to Madrid’s main transport hubs.

The two lines pass through major stations such as Chamartín and Atocha, offering easy access to the city center and multiple metro and rail connections. C1 terminates at Príncipe Pío, while C10 continues further to Villalba.

RENFE airport trains are modern, comfortable, and equipped with designated luggage areas. They make relatively few intermediate stops, making them one of the fastest public transport options from MAD Airport.

RENFE C1 and C10 Stops from Madrid Airport

C1 Line Stops:

Aeropuerto T4 – Valdebebas – Fuente de la Mora – Chamartín – Nuevos Ministerios – Recoletos – Atocha – Méndez Álvaro – Delicias – Pirámides – Príncipe Pío

C10 Line Stops:

Aeropuerto T4 – Valdebebas – Fuente de la Mora – Chamartín – Nuevos Ministerios – Recoletos – Atocha – Méndez Álvaro – Príncipe Pío – Villalba

Train Timetable from Madrid Airport

RENFE Cercanías trains are fast, affordable, and often quicker than the metro. However, they do not operate overnight.

C1: 06:02 – 00:01 (every 30 minutes)
C10: 05:46 – 22:47 (every 30 minutes)

Since the schedules do not overlap, a train departs from Aeropuerto T4 approximately every 15 minutes.

Average travel times:

Chamartín: 16 minutes
Nuevos Ministerios: 23 minutes
Atocha: 31 minutes
Méndez Álvaro: 35 minutes
Príncipe Pío: 43 minutes
Villalba (C10 terminus): approx. 80 minutes

Tip: Download the RENFE app to check real-time schedules and service updates.

Madrid Airport Train Station (Aeropuerto T4)

The Madrid Airport railway station is located on level -1 of Terminal 4 and is clearly signposted throughout the airport. Passengers arriving at Terminals 1, 2, or 3 can reach the station easily using the free airport shuttle bus.

The shuttle operates 24/7, every 8–10 minutes during the day and every 20–40 minutes at night.

Train Tickets from Madrid Airport

Cercanías trains offer excellent value for money:

Single ticket (up to 4 zones): 2.60€
Return ticket: 5.20€

Single tickets must be used within 2 hours of purchase. Return tickets are valid until the end of the following day. Tickets can be purchased from the automatic machines at the Aeropuerto T4 station.

For frequent travel, consider a Bonotren ticket (10 journeys, valid for 1 month):

Ticket Type	1–2 Zones	3 Zones	4 Zones
Single Ticket	1.70€	1.85€	2.60€
Bonotren (10 rides)	10€	13.70€	18.55€

A rechargeable Multi-Card costs 2.50€ and can be used to load single tickets, Bonotren tickets, or tourist passes. The Multi-Card is included free of charge with tourist travel passes.

Useful Tips:

Keep your ticket until you exit the destination station
AVE ticket holders can use Cercanías trains free of charge
Check the official RENFE website for updates and route changes

FAQ

Does Madrid Airport have a train station?

Two RENFE trains handle the rail transfers from Madrid Airport to the city of Madrid, the C1 and the C10 train lines. The airport’s train station is located at the T4, on the -1 level, and is called Aeropuerto 4. For passengers arriving at the other terminals, a free airport shuttle is available to transfer them to T4.

How much is the train from Madrid Airport to city center?

A one-way ticket from MAD Airport to Madrid costs 2.60€/2.60$ (for 4 Madrid zones), while for a return trip, you’ll have to pay 5.20€/5.20$. Tickets must be used during the 2 hours following the purchase. However, outward transfers are possible until the next day.