Christmas
Tren de los Reyes Magos de Madrid — ALSA
- Run by ALSA
- Príncipe Pío station — Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain
Next: Dec 19, 2026 – Jan 5, 2027
A family journey on a historic train from Madrid Príncipe Pío station over the Christmas holidays, with entertainment on board and a letter for the Three Wise Men.
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Dec 19, 2026 – Jan 5, 2027
Operator lists December 19 to 27 and January 1 to 5, with departures at 10:50 am, 1:15 pm and 4:30 pm. The January 5 fare is higher than on other days.
From €14 (as published by the operator)
About this event
ALSA sells a Three Wise Men Train (Tren de los Reyes Magos) that leaves from Príncipe Pío station in Madrid. The operator describes it as a historic train "full of dreams" for travelling with the family during the festive season.
Every child receives a letter on which to write wishes and hand it to Their Majesties in person. The operator lists entertainment on board with a magician, balloons and face painting, plus a surprise for the children to take home. The fare includes the round trip on the historic train, a souvenir ticket and the mandatory passenger insurance.
What to expect
A round trip of about 1 hour 15 minutes on a historic train, with a magician, balloons and face painting, a letter for each child to give to the Three Wise Men and a surprise to take home. Seats are reserved and passengers must sit in their assigned seats.
Practical info
Departs from Príncipe Pío station, Madrid. The operator's timetable shows departures at 10:50 am, 1:15 pm and 4:30 pm, with three round trips per day. Gate control closes 5 minutes before departure. Seats are reserved. The operator's page also lists a Three Wise Men Train in Zaragoza.
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Sources
Dates checked on Nov 8, 2026 from the official site: alsa.com. Schedules can change — always confirm with the operator before you travel.
Official website: alsa.com
