The Ultimate Guide to Spain’s New €60 National Transport Pass
Updated: Oct 2
Spain’s New €60 National Transport Pass: What Travelers Need to Know
In January 2026, Spain introduced a monthly €60 National Transport Pass — unlimited travel on Renfe regional and commuter trains across the country. For anyone based in Spain for a month or more, it changes how you move.
If you enjoy weekend train trips, regional exploration, or slow travel between cities and small towns, this pass can dramatically reduce your transportation costs.
Let’s break down exactly how it works — and how to use it wisely.
What Is the €60 National Transport Pass?
The €60 monthly transport pass (often referred to as the abono único nacional) allows unlimited travel for one month on much of Spain’s state-run regional public transportation network.
Current Pricing
€60 per month for adults
€30 per month for travelers under 26
The pass is valid for one calendar month and can be renewed if you continue traveling.
What’s Included in the Pass
The transport pass covers regional and commuter transport, making it ideal for realistic, everyday travel across Spain.
Included:
Renfe Cercanías (commuter trains)
Rodalies commuter trains in Catalonia
Renfe Media Distancia regional trains
State-run interregional buses (long-distance routes connecting different autonomous communities)
These services connect:
Cities to nearby towns
Provinces within the same autonomous community
Many cross-community regional routes
What’s NOT Included (Important)
The pass does not currently include:
AVE or high-speed long-distance trains
Private long-distance bus companies
Local metro systems, trams, or city buses (unless a region adds optional coverage)
Regional and intra-province bus networks — even when publicly operated by an autonomous community (for example, the bus connecting a small town to its provincial capital). These run under regional, not state, authority and aren't part of this pass.
This means the pass is best used for regional exploration, not fast point-to-point city hopping.
Who Is This Pass Best For?
This pass is especially useful for:
Slow travelers spending several weeks in Spain
Digital nomads moving between regions
Families planning frequent regional day trips
Tourists without a car
Anyone exploring Spain beyond just major cities
If you enjoy discovering smaller towns, nature areas, and secondary cities — this pass is a game-changer.
If you're approaching Spain as a slow traveler, Slow Travel in Europe covers the mindset and logistics. And for the overnight trips this pass makes spontaneous, 10 Easy Overnight Trips from Valencia shows exactly what's possible.
Can Tourists Use the Pass?
In most cases, yes — but access depends on registration and availability through Renfe or regional operators. Travelers typically need:
Identification (passport)
A Renfe account or regional transport card (easily obtained at the train station service window)
Registration to load the monthly pass
We recommend confirming eligibility at a Renfe station or official transport website when you arrive.
Purchase the pass and manage your account at Renfe — it's a Renfe product and cannot be bought through third-party aggregators.
Spain’s regional rail and bus networks are extensive, affordable, and often overlooked by short-term visitors. This pass encourages a slower, more immersive style of travel:
Live in one base and explore outward
Visit non-touristy towns
Travel spontaneously without ticket price anxiety
Reduce the need for car rentals
For travelers considering longer stays or eventual relocation, it’s also an excellent way to test regions before committing.
Moving to Spain — But Where? breaks down every region by lifestyle, cost, and character — using the pass to test a region before committing is one of the smartest ways to use it.
To get the most value:
Base yourself in a well-connected city (Valencia, Granada, Sevilla)
Focus on Media Distancia routes
For rural areas beyond the rail network, expect to rely on regional buses or a car — these aren't covered by the pass, even when run by a public operator
Plan day trips and weekend overnights rather than long jumps
Below, we’ll explore exactly what that looks like in practice.
For inspiration on where to go: Day Trips from Valencia by Train covers the best under-one-hour destinations from Valencia. Cheapest Train Trips from Madrid covers the Madrid side. And the best website to search for train travel in Spain covers every operator — including which routes the pass doesn't cover, and when to use Trainline instead.
Conclusion: Is the €60 Pass Worth It?
If you plan to travel regionally even a few times per week, the pass can pay for itself quickly. For slow travelers and anyone exploring Spain beyond the obvious routes, it’s one of the most exciting transportation developments in years.
And it fits perfectly with a slower, more grounded way of experiencing Spain. For where would you like to see example itineraries? Leave a comment below.
Valencia Province is one of the best bases for using this pass — excellent regional network, beaches, wine country, and inland mountains all within reach. Valencia Province covers what's here. The interior destinations reachable on this pass — Requena, Cuenca, the Júcar valley — also have some of the best stargazing in Spain.
When the pass doesn't cover where you need to go — rural areas, mountain villages, the coast calas — a car fills the gap. What to know before you drive in Spain.
Written by Sherri: an American who spent years traveling solo, including time living in Peru, before settling into a full-time digital nomad life with her husband and young kids for over four years. She's now been in Europe for 3.5 years, most of it in the Valencia area of Spain. Everything on Travel-Casa is written from firsthand experience or knowledge picked up along the way.
Prefer a Private Transfer or Tour?
Tours: Browse private transfers across Spain on GetYourGuide → · Browse guided tours by destination on GetYourGuide → · Search Viator →
Spain Has Many Versions. Find Yours.
Mediterranean Spain
Mediterranean Coast
Northern Spain
Northern Coast
Inland Spain
Inland Spain Overview
The Islands
Planning and Living in Spain
Moving to Spain — But Where? | Living Abroad: The Real Pros and Cons | Slow Travel in Europe | Towns in Spain Offering Incentives to Move | What to Know Before You Drive in Spain
More Valencia Train Guides
More ways to explore Valencia by train: Beach Train Trips · Long Weekend Trips · Cheapest Routes · Hidden Gems · Mountain & Hiking Trips
Comments