What is the cheapest way to get from Madrid to Cuenca?

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Cuenca is to rideshare which costs €9 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madrid to Cuenca?

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Cuenca is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs €9 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Cuenca?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Cuenca. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Cuenca?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid Chamartín and arriving at Cuenca Fernando Zobel. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Madrid to Cuenca?

The distance between Madrid and Cuenca is 195 km. The road distance is 166.6 km.

How do I travel from Madrid to Cuenca without a car?

The best way to get from Madrid to Cuenca without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs €9 - €40.

How long does it take to get from Madrid to Cuenca?

The train from Madrid Chamartín to Cuenca Fernando Zobel takes 1h 11m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Cuenca bus from?

Madrid to Cuenca bus services, operated by Avanza Grupo, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Cuenca train from?

Madrid to Cuenca train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, depart from Madrid Chamartín station.

Train or bus from Madrid to Cuenca?

The best way to get from Madrid to Cuenca is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs €9 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €19 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Madrid to Cuenca bus arrive?

Madrid to Cuenca bus services, operated by Avanza Grupo, arrive at Cuenca station.

Where does the Madrid to Cuenca train arrive?

Madrid to Cuenca train services, operated by Renfe Viajeros, arrive at Cuenca Fernando Zobel station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Cuenca?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Cuenca is 167 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Madrid to Cuenca.

How do I get a train ticket from Madrid to Cuenca?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Madrid to Cuenca?

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Where can I stay near Cuenca?

There are 376+ hotels available in Cuenca. Prices start at €50 per night.

Can I share a ride from Madrid to Cuenca?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Madrid and Cuenca. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Madrid to Cuenca - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Madrid to Cuenca by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Madrid to Cuenca by train

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 195.3 km
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Madrid, Spain and Cuenca, Spain?

Renfe Viajeros operates a train from Madrid Chamartín to Cuenca Fernando Zobel hourly. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Avanza Grupo operates a bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Cuenca every 4 hours. Tickets cost €11–19 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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