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Take the train from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor in 3 hours 44 minutes

If you want to travel from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor by train to take around 5 hours 28 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 44 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 10 trains per day running on this route, which spans 231 miles (372 km). You’ll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Balsicas-Mar Menor. AVE, Renfe or OUIGO are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

You can save money on train tickets from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor if you book in Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor if you book in advance.. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.

If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!

Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor by train

First train

06:15

Last train

19:15

Departure station

Madrid Atocha

Arrival station

Balsicas-Mar Menor

Journey time

From 3h 44m

Distance

231 miles (372 km)

Frequency

10 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train and bus operators

OUIGO, Renfe, ALSA, Avanza

Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor train times

Check out the next trains departing from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor for Tuesday 12th November 2024. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
05:15 09:47 4h 32m, 1 change
06:00 11:38 5h 38m, 2 changes
08:25 12:44 4h 19m, 2 changes
09:00 12:44 3h 44m, 1 change
10:00 15:13 5h 13m, 1 change
13:25 17:50 4h 25m, 1 change
15:15 19:09 3h 54m, 1 change
16:00 21:17 5h 17m, 2 changes
16:30 21:26 4h 56m, 1 change
18:15 07:03 12h 48m, 1 change

AVE, OUIGO, Renfe and Avant trains from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor

You can travel from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor on AVE, OUIGO, Renfe and Avant trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

AVE is Renfe's flagship high-speed service, with trains capable of reaching up to 193 mph (310 km/h). It’s one of the fastest trains in Europe and connects the main cities of Spain. Most AVE trains offer two comfort classes – Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class equivalent, with 1-1 configuration, ultra-wide seats, gourmet food and drink and lounge access). All AVE trains have air conditioning, power sockets, free WiFi and a buffet carriage serving a selection of food and drinks. There are three fares for AVE services: the cheapest but least flexible Básico fare, the Elige fare (slightly pricier but more flexible), and the Premium fare for seats in Confort Class.

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OUIGO is the low-cost brand of French rail company SNCF, who operate trains in France and Spain. In France, all seats on OUIGO are Second Class and tickets can only be purchased online. You can also pay for additional extras, such as reserving a seat in the ‘quiet area’, at-seat power sockets and extra luggage. OUIGO has been operating in Spain since May 2021, and their trains include an onboard bar and a premium class of service called OUIGO Plus.

Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.

Able to reach speeds of at 155 mph (250 km/h), Avant trains operate short and medium distance high-speed services. These trains are intended to cover journeys within the same autonomous community or in two neighbouring communities. For this reason, trains generally don’t offer catering services and travel less than 125 miles (200 km). They have two types of comfort classes – Turista (Second Class) and Preferente (First Class).

AVE, OUIGO and Avant classes from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor

Compare the different travel classes offered by AVE, OUIGO and Avant when travelling from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor.

Onboard services on AVE, OUIGO and Avant

Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor.

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With AVE, you can travel with up to 3 pieces of luggage that do not exceed 290 cm and 25 kg. In total, the maximum measurements of each piece of luggage are 85 x 55 x 35 cm. Musical instruments also count as hand luggage as long as they do not exceed the dimensions 30 x 120 x 38 cm and are stored in a case.

RestaurantRestaurantFood and drink

If you’d like to stretch your legs and grab a coffee during your journey, AVE trains have an onboard bar carriage serving drinks and snacks. If you’d prefer to stay in your seat, AVE staff sell food and drinks from a trolley that will pass through the train during the journey.

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On AVE trains, you can take advantage of PlayRenfe – their free WiFi and entertainment service. Giving you access to exclusive content and fast connection speeds, PlayRenfe can be downloaded from the app store on your phone. Once you’re connected, you can access the PlayRenfe portal, where you’ll find exclusive live sport, news, films and TV series.

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Children under 3 years old travel for free with AVE, as long as they do not occupy a seat and have their free child ticket. Children from 3 to 14 years old can take advantage of a 40% discount on ticket prices.

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On all AVE trains, each passenger can take one bicycle or scooter on board, as long as it’s folded and carried inside a case. Also, the pedals must be removed and handlebars turned 90 degrees. Lastly, if the sum of the dimensions of the case is less than 180cm, it is considered as hand luggage. However, if it’s bigger, it will be considered as special luggage (max dimensions 120 x 90 x 40 cm).

PetPetPets

With AVE, you can travel with a pet as long as it weighs no more than 10 kg and travels inside a cage or carrier (60 x 35 x 35 cm). Your pet must have their own pet ticket, unless you’re travelling with a Premium ticket, in which case the pet ticket is free. Guide and assistance dogs travel for free.

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AVE offer a free assistance and care service for people with reduced mobility. To request the service, passengers should contact AVE directly.

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One piece of hand luggage (36 x 27 x 15 cm) and one piece of cabin luggage (55 x 35 x 25 cm) can be taken onboard. You can take additional or larger bags with you (max. 30kg) for an extra fee or by paying for OUIGO Plus.

RestaurantRestaurantFood and drink

On OUIGO trains in France: an at-seat service of snacks is available on Train classique services. This service is not available on high-speed OUIGO trains.
On OUIGO trains in Spain: OUIBAR is located in coach 4 of each train and offers a selection of hot and cold drinks, plus snacks.

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WiFi (OUIFI) and an entertainment portal (OUIFUN) are available at an additional cost.

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For OUIGO trains in France: Passengers under 12 years old pay a fixed price for tickets all year round - €5 for journeys on Train classique services, and €8 for high speed services.
For OUIGO trains in Spain: Passengers under 12 pay €5 per ticket for all journeys.

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You can take your bicycle on board OUIGO trains if you add the 'Bike' option onto your ticket for an additional fee of at least €5. Your bike must be folded or dismantled and placed in a storage bag for transport.

PetPetPets

Pets are only allowed on board OUIGO trains if the 'Pets' option is added to your ticket at the time of booking. (1 pet per adult, per booking, €10 per pet.)

WheelchairWheelchairSpecial Assistance

For disabled passengers or those with reduced mobility, you can request assistance through 'Accès Plus'. With this service, a member of staff will meet you at the station and help you get to your seat on the train. To book assistance, contact Accès Plus after you book your tickets (and no later than 48 hours before your train is due to depart).

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With Avant, you can take up to 3 pieces of luggage, as long as they do not exceed 290 cm and 25 kg in total. On Avant trains, pushchairs and instruments smaller than 30 x 120 x 38 cm are also considered hand luggage.

RestaurantRestaurantFood and drink

If you’d like to stretch your legs, most Avant trains have a café carriage, and in case you’d prefer to stay in your seat, a mobile bar service.

WiFiWiFiEntertainment

Avant trains do not offer Wi-Fi, but you can watch the films or documentaries that are broadcast in each carriage.

ChildPassengerChildPassengerTravel with children

Children up to 3 years old travel for free as long as they don’t occupy a seat, but they will need a free child ticket. Children between 3 and 14 years old have a 40% discount on the general price.

ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeBikes

You can take your bike or skateboard if it is folded, travels inside a cover and is less than 180 cm in total. If the dimensions exceed 180 cm, it will be considered special luggage and must travel with the pedals removed, the handlebars turned 90 degrees and dimensions less than 120 x 90 x 40 cm.

PetPetPets

Your pet can accompany you as long as it weighs less than 10 kg, travels with a pet ticket, doesn’t occupy a seat and is inside a carrier (max dimensions 60 x 35 x 35 cm). The ticket price is 25% of the standard ticket price, except in first class, which will be free.

WheelchairWheelchairSpecial Assistance

Avant has an assistance service for people with reduced mobility or disabilities, to request it contact Avant directly.

Cheap train tickets from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How long does the train from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor take?

The average journey time by train between Madrid Atocha and Balsicas-Mar Menor is 5 hours and 28 minutes, with around 10 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Madrid Atocha and Balsicas-Mar Menor by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor is 3 hours and 44 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor?

No, there are no direct train services from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor. Travelling from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor leave?

The first train from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor leaves at 06:15. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor leave?

The last train from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor leaves at 19:15. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Madrid Atocha and Balsicas-Mar Menor by train?

Trains travelling from Madrid Atocha to Balsicas-Mar Menor cover a distance of around 231 miles (372 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Balsicas-Mar Menor to Madrid Atocha.

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