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Compare 3 ways to travel from Madrid to Jaén
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Jaén. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 212, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Madrid and Jaén?
Madrid
- AMadrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
- BC. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
- CPríncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain
Jaén
- AJodar-Ubeda estacion
- BAv. de Madrid, 24, 23003 Jaén, Spain
Train Companies
Based on 926 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Renfe ticket prices on this trip start at R 844
RENFE Madrid Jaén recent customer reviews
Terrible. Was sent the wrong ticket!!! . The ticket I had was for a train going to Almeria and not stopping in Jaen! I had to buy a new ticket for £35 leaving an hour later!!
Nicola B.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to Jaén by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Madrid to Jaén?
The cheapest train tickets from Madrid to Jaén start from R 844. The average price for this train route is around R 855. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Madrid to Jaén?
The average train journey time from Madrid to Jaén is 3h 53m, covering a distance of 293 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 51m and is operated by Renfe.
Which train operators serve the Madrid to Jaén route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Madrid to Jaén?
The earliest train from Madrid to Jaén departs at 09:16. And the latest train departs at 19:31.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Jaén was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 788To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Madrid to Jaén as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 788 to R 799 for a train ticket from Madrid to Jaén based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 789, which is on 2025-12-13.
