Alcázar de San Juan to Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real transfer
Alcázar de San Juan to Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real: from 131,43 € VAT included, 97.6 km and 78 min on a weekday in daytime. The price is fixed before you book and does not change on the way.
Prices reviewed on 25 October 2026
- Price from
- 131,43 €
- Distance
- 97.6 km
- Duration
- 78 min
The journey
Indicative route between the two points. The exact roads are the driver's call, depending on traffic.
The transfer from Alcázar de San Juan (Ciudad Real) to Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real covers around 97.6 kilometres and takes about 78 minutes. We collect you at the address you give us and drop you exactly at your destination, with no changes and no waiting.
Alcázar de San Juan compared with other starting points
Of the 14 starting points we publish a price from to Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real, Alcázar de San Juan ranks 12 by distance, between Miguelturra (3.6 km), the closest, and Socuéllamos (120.8 km), the furthest. As the crow flies it is 76 km to the south-west; by road it is 97.6 km, 28% more, and the price works out at 1,35 € per kilometre.
- Campo de Criptana → Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real (7 km from Alcázar de San Juan): 86 min, from 142,14 €.
Alcázar de San Juan is in La Mancha de Alcázar y Tomelloso. What the area is like and what trips start there
Which way it goes
Ciudad Real is one of the largest provinces in Spain and its towns are far apart: going from Puertollano to Alcázar de San Juan means crossing half the province. Trains link some pairs well but not all, and buses between the main towns are scarce. The most requested internal trips are from the towns to the high-speed stations of Ciudad Real and Puertollano and to each area's hospital.
Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real, seen from Ciudad Real
Ciudad Real's high-speed station is on the Madrid–Seville line, with long-distance trains and Avant shuttles to Madrid. It is the reference station for most of the province, so early in the day passengers arrive from Daimiel, Almagro, Manzanares or Valdepeñas with no other way of getting there on time.
On arrival: Ciudad Real y el Campo de Calatrava
The capital and the towns of the old Order of Calatrava lands make up the most populated area in the west of the province. Miguelturra is joined to Ciudad Real, and Almagro and Bolaños are a few kilometres away: most trips to the high-speed station, the General Hospital and the provincial offices start here.
When demand peaks
- Holiday departures (Easter, summer and Christmas): At the start and end of the holidays, high-speed trains to Madrid and Andalusia and transfers to Barajas from all over the province fill up at the same time. The first flights and first trains of the day are the first to run out of space.
Tip: If you are catching the AVE at Ciudad Real or Puertollano, give the train time when booking: the driver works out the pickup so you reach the access check in good time.
What time to leave Alcázar de San Juan to catch your train
| Departure | Pickup |
|---|---|
| 08:00 | 05:50 |
| 14:00 | 11:50 |
| 19:00 | 16:50 |
Train departure time, minus 30 minutes for the luggage check and getting to the platform, this trip's 78 minutes, 10 minutes of traffic margin and 10 for pickup. The exact pickup time is confirmed in writing when you book; we cover early hours always with an advance booking.
What the price includes
- Door-to-door pickup and help with luggage.
- Complimentary waiting and flight or train tracking.
- Child restraint systems if you need them.
- The 10 % Spanish VAT on passenger transport.
Tolls and parking, where the route requires them, are itemised in the quote before you confirm. There are no hidden charges: any supplement is shown in the quote before you confirm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Alcázar de San Juan to Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real?
The trip is about 97.6 km and takes roughly 78 minutes in normal traffic.
How much is the transfer from Alcázar de San Juan to Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real?
From 131,43 € including VAT, on weekdays during the day. Night services (22:00-06:00), Sundays and public holidays carry a surcharge. The price is fixed when you confirm and does not change unless the route does.
Can I add stops along the way?
Yes. Tell us when booking and we include them in the fixed quote so there are no surprises.
Which way do you go from Alcázar de San Juan to Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real?
From Alcázar de San Juan to Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real you head south-west: 76 km as the crow flies and 97.6 km by road, about 78 minutes without traffic. Ciudad Real is one of the largest provinces in Spain and its towns are far apart: going from Puertollano to Alcázar de San Juan means crossing half the province. Trains link some pairs well but not all, and buses between the main towns are scarce. The most requested internal trips are from the towns to the high-speed stations of Ciudad Real and Puertollano and to each area's hospital.
What should I know about Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real when leaving from Alcázar de San Juan?
Ciudad Real's high-speed station is on the Madrid–Seville line, with long-distance trains and Avant shuttles to Madrid. It is the reference station for most of the province, so early in the day passengers arrive from Daimiel, Almagro, Manzanares or Valdepeñas with no other way of getting there on time.
When is demand highest for trips to Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real?
Holiday departures (Easter, summer and Christmas): At the start and end of the holidays, high-speed trains to Madrid and Andalusia and transfers to Barajas from all over the province fill up at the same time. The first flights and first trains of the day are the first to run out of space.
What time should I leave Alcázar de San Juan for a 08:00 train at Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real?
With a pickup at around 05:50. Train departure time, minus 30 minutes for the luggage check and getting to the platform, this trip's 78 minutes, 10 minutes of traffic margin and 10 for pickup.
What about from the towns next to Alcázar de San Juan to Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real?
The closest to Alcázar de San Juan with a published price to Estación de AVE de Ciudad Real are Campo de Criptana (7 km away), from 142,14 €. From Alcázar de San Juan, 131,43 €.
How do I pay?
You can pay online by card when you confirm (Apple Pay and Google Pay if your phone has them). The amount is the one agreed: it does not change on the way.
Before you book, this may help
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