Madrid to Cáceres by train

Q: Is there a direct train from Madrid to Cáceres?

The journey between Madrid and Cáceres usually involves 8 changes of train.ZeroZero

Q: How long does it take to travel from Madrid to Cáceres?

The Madrid to Cáceres train travel takes about 3 hours and 3 minutes, no matter when you leave.

Cheapest Price US$8.00
30 days in advance US$32.00
7 days in advance US$35.00

First train

08:04
Last train

19:08

Avg changes

0
Fastest journey

3hr 3m

Distance

252 kilometres
Trains per day

21

Avg. journey time

3hr 45m
Train operators

Prices updated on May 07, 2026

Madrid to Cáceres train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Madrid to Cáceres by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Madrid to Cáceres take around 3 hours and 3 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 252 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Madrid is scheduled to depart at around 08:04. The last departure is usually at around 19:08 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Madrid at around 08:04, with the last train leaving at around 19:08. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 21 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 13 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$8.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Cáceres, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Cáceres.

Is there a direct train from Madrid to Cáceres?

Yes, there is a direct train from Madrid to Cáceres.

How long does it take to travel from Madrid to Cáceres?

The Madrid to Cáceres train travel takes about 3 hours and 3 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Madrid to Cáceres train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Cáceres leaving Madrid at around 08:04 and the last train leaving at around 19:08 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Madrid at around 08:04, with the final departure at 19:08.

Cáceres to Madrid by train

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Intercity or Regional Express

The journey by train from Madrid to Cáceres is a reminder that not all Spanish rail journeys are on high-speed lines. This is a classic old-style route, served by trains that are less modern but still perfectly comfortable. Sit back and enjoy the passing scenery on this run through rural Spain.

The trains that ply the route are classed as either Intercity or Regional Express services (and there's also a Media Distancia service). In terms of travel time, price and quality of the train, there's not much difference between these train types. To find the full range of trains serving this route, specify 'Madrid Atocha Cercanías' as your starting station in the Spanish capital.