There are 4 ways to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Ibis Alcala de Henares La Garena, Alcalá de Henares by bus, train, taxi or car
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Recommended option
Line 261 bus, train • 52 min
Cheapest option
Train • 57 min
2 alternative options
Taxi • 23 min
Drive • 23 min
Madrid Atocha Station to Ibis Alcala de Henares La Garena, Alcalá de Henares by walk, bus and train
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The national COVID-19 helpline number in Ibis Alcala de Henares La Garena, Alcalá de Henares is 112.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Ibis Alcala de Henares La Garena, Alcalá de Henares is to drive which costs €5 - €8 and takes 23 min.
The quickest way to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Ibis Alcala de Henares La Garena, Alcalá de Henares is to taxi which costs €40 - €55 and takes 23 min.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid - Atocha Cercanías and arriving at La Garena. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.
The distance between Madrid Atocha Station and Ibis Alcala de Henares La Garena, Alcalá de Henares is 27 km. The road distance is 31.1 km.
The best way to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Ibis Alcala de Henares La Garena, Alcalá de Henares without a car is to line 261 bus and train which takes 52 min and costs €8 - €13.
It takes approximately 52 min to get from Madrid Atocha Station to Ibis Alcala de Henares La Garena, Alcalá de Henares, including transfers.
Madrid Atocha Station to Ibis Alcala de Henares La Garena, Alcalá de Henares train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, depart from Madrid - Atocha Cercanías station.
Madrid Atocha Station to Ibis Alcala de Henares La Garena, Alcalá de Henares train services, operated by Renfe Cercanias, arrive at La Garena station.
Yes, the driving distance between Madrid Atocha Station to Ibis Alcala de Henares La Garena, Alcalá de Henares is 31 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Madrid Atocha Station to Ibis Alcala de Henares La Garena, Alcalá de Henares.
There are 155+ hotels available in Ibis Alcala de Henares La Garena, Alcalá de Henares. Prices start at €87 per night.

- Distance: 26.5 km
- Duration: 52 min
What companies run services between Madrid Atocha Station, Spain and Ibis Alcala de Henares La Garena, Alcalá de Henares, Spain?
Renfe Cercanias operates a train from Madrid - Atocha Cercanías to La Garena every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 38 min. Renfe Viajeros also services this route once a week.

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
- +34 902 320 320
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Torrejón De Ardoz to La Garena
- Ave. Duration
- 9 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Website
- Renfe Cercanias
Train from Madrid - Atocha Cercanías to La Garena
- Ave. Duration
- 38 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Website
- Renfe Cercanias

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
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Torrejon De Ardoz to La Garena
- Ave. Duration
- 9 min
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €5 - €7
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
Train from Madrid-Atocha Cercanias to La Garena
- Ave. Duration
- 38 min
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €6 - €9
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros

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 Torrejón de Ardoz
- Ave. Duration
- 20 min
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €3 - €6
- Website
- ALSA
- Ave. Duration
- 23 min
- Estimated price
- €40 - €55
TeleTaxi Madrid
- Phone
- +34 913 712 131
- Website
- tele-taxi.es
Taxi Reserva
- Phone
- +34 910 85 54 44
- Website
- taxireserva.es
Taxi Airport Madrid
- Phone
- +34 685 31 42 67
- Website
- taxiairportmadrid.com
Radio Taxi Madrid Aeropuerto
- Phone
- +34 911 76 00 81
- Website
- taxiaeropuertobarajas.com
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