With it’s inaugural route going from Madrid to Seville opened in 1992, the AVE (meaning Alta Velocidad Española, which translates to “Spanish High Speed”) is a high-speed rail network that consists of multiple similar trains that go as far south as Malaga and all the way up to the basque region and northern coast. With fares starting at €29 and top speeds of 310 km/h (193 mph), it offers a fast and efficient method of transportation across the nation that is the size of Texas.
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They offer comfortable seating, air conditioning, and on some trains, free WiFi and power outlets at each seat. A cafe-bar car is available for snacks and drinks, and premium fares include at-seat meals.
The AVE network connects major cities like Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Valencia, Zaragoza, Malaga, and Alicante, with some routes extending into France. AVE also operates international routes, connecting Spain with France, with services like the Madrid-Marseille line.
Renfe, the owner of the AVE is so confident in the punctuality of AVE trains that they offer compensation for delays exceeding 15 minutes.
El estudiante and “Don Quixote” will be using the AVE on their trip, and while far from the main attraction of the trip, we can’t wait to be back on high-speed public transportation!
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