What is the cheapest way to get from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares?

The cheapest way to get from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares is to bus which costs €35 - €75 and takes 9h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares?

The fastest way to get from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs €40 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Sant Cugat del Vallès and Alcalá de Henares?

No, there is no direct bus from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares. However, there are services departing from Puig i Cadafalch - Cèsar Martinell and arriving at Alcala De Henares via Meridiana - S'Agaró and Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Sant Cugat del Vallès and Alcalá de Henares?

No, there is no direct train from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares. However, there are services departing from Sant Cugat Centre and arriving at Alcalá De Henares via Diagonal, Barcelona-Sants and Madrid-Atocha Cercanías. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares?

The distance between Sant Cugat del Vallès and Alcalá de Henares is 655 km. The road distance is 568.2 km.

How do I travel from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares without a car?

The best way to get from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs €40 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares bus from?

Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where do I catch the Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares train from?

Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train or bus from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares?

The best way to get from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs €40 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €75 and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares bus arrive?

Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Alcala De Henares station.

Where does the Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares train arrive?

Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Can I drive from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares?

Yes, the driving distance between Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares is 568 km. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares.

Where can I stay near Alcalá de Henares?

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Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares

There are 4 ways to get from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, train, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena GrandesAve
4h 11m
€45–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Alcala De HenaresAlsa
9h 46m
€38–74
Drive 568.2 km
1. Drive from Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares568.2 km
5h 37m
€90–130
Train, fly, line 229 bus
1. Take the train from Sant Cugat Centre to Provença
2. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)BCN - MAD
3. Take the bus from Canillejas to Av.Lope De Figueroa-Pza.Juventud
4h 49m
€46–176

Sant Cugat del Vallès to Alcalá de Henares by train and subway

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 655.3 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Sant Cugat del Vallès, Spain and Alcalá de Henares, Spain?

Renfe AVE operates a train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes hourly. Tickets cost €55–150 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Alcala De Henares twice daily. Tickets cost €35–70 and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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