There are 5 ways to get from Alcalá de Henares to Burgos by train, bus, rideshare or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train • 3h 49m
Cheapest option
Rideshare • 2h 59m
3 alternative options
Bus • 4h 2m
Bus via Estación Sur • 4h 54m
Drive • 2h 27m
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Burgos is to rideshare which costs €11 - €14 and takes 2h 59m.
The quickest way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Burgos is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 2h 27m.
No, there is no direct bus from Alcalá de Henares to Burgos. However, there are services departing from Alcala - Via Complutense 51 and arriving at Burgos via Madrid. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.
No, there is no direct train from Alcalá de Henares to Burgos. However, there are services departing from Estación de tren Alcala De Henares and arriving at Burgos Rosa De Lima via Madrid-Chamartin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.
The distance between Alcalá de Henares and Burgos is 209 km. The road distance is 244.6 km.
The best way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Burgos without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs €28 - €75.
It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Alcalá de Henares to Burgos, including transfers.
Alcalá de Henares to Burgos bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid station.
Alcalá de Henares to Burgos train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, depart from Estación de tren Alcala De Henares station.
The best way to get from Alcalá de Henares to Burgos is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs €28 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 4h 2m.
- Distance: 208.7 km
- Duration: 3h 49m
What companies run services between Alcalá de Henares, Spain and Burgos, Spain?
You can take a train from Alcalá de Henares to Burgos via Estación de tren Madrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor and Madrid-Chamartin in around 3h 49m. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Madrid to Burgos hourly. Tickets cost €30 - €50 and the journey takes 2h 45m.
This regional commuter train system (also known as Cercanías) connects Barcelona with Catalonia and the Barcelona metropolitan area, including popular destinations like Sitges and the Costa Brava. The network of routes mostly runs overground and connects to many Barcelona metro and bus stations. Trains run frequently, and tickets can be bought at station ticket machines on the day of travel. Two children per adult (up to 6 years) can travel for free. If you’re arriving or departing Barcelona on a domestic AVE or long-distance train, check your ticket for a 5-digit Combinado Cercanias code, which is redeemable for a free local ticket from the ticket machines.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Estación de tren Alcala De Henares to Estación de tren Madrid-Chamartín-Clara Campoamor
- Ave. Duration
- 56 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en/suburban
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Alcala De Henares to Madrid-Chamartin
- Ave. Duration
- 26 min
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €7 - €9
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid-Chamartin to Burgos Rosa De Lima
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 53m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €21 - €26
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe AVE
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Chamartin to Burgos Rosa De Lima
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 33m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €30 - €65
- Website
- https://www.renfe.com/es/en
- Promo
- €30 - €40
- Promo+
- €36 - €39
- Flexible
- €50 - €65
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 910 207 007
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Madrid to Burgos
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €30 - €50
- Website
- https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Madrid to Burgos
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €20 - €28
- Website
- https://www.flixbus.co.uk
- Book at
- https://shop.global.flixbus.com/
Frequently asked questions
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar.es
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Alcala de Henares to Burgos
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 59m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- €11 - €14
- Book at
- blablacar.es
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Alcalá de Henares to Burgos bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Burgos station.
Alcalá de Henares to Burgos train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Burgos Rosa De Lima station.
Yes, the driving distance between Alcalá de Henares to Burgos is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Alcalá de Henares to Burgos.
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