Tradition on rails

Tren Azul

Tren Azul is a rolling museum that invites you to travel back in time and discover the history of the Spanish railway. Lovingly restored by the Asociación Zaragozana de Amigos del Ferrocarril (AZAFT), this historic train preserves vehicles declared Listed Assets of Aragonese Cultural Heritage.

 

On board, you can explore dining cars with Art Deco interiors, sleeping cars from the prestigious CIWL, and mail vans featuring unique exhibitions. Every detail is designed to immerse you in the magic of a golden age of transport, combining history, culture, and the sheer pleasure of travel for travel's sake.

Available routes for this train.

El Canfranero

Zaragoza - Canfranc

  • What’s included?

    • Travel experience aboard the historic Blue Train.
    • Souvenir ticket.
    • Compulsory Passenger Insurance (SOV).
  • Prices vary according to the class of the carriage.

  • March 28, 2026

Expreso de la Concha

Zaragoza - San Sebastián

  • What’s included?

    • Historic train travel experience 
(i/v).
    • Souvenir ticket.
    • Compulsory Passenger Insurance (SOV).
  • Prices vary according to the class of the carriage.

  • June 13, 2026

Tren del Vino

Zaragoza - Haro

  • What’s included?

    • Historic train travel experience 
(i/v).
    • Souvenir ticket.
    • Compulsory Passenger Insurance (SOV).
  • Prices vary according to the class of the carriage.

  • July 11, 2026

Expreso a Tarragona

Zaragoza - Tarragona

  • What’s included?

    • Historic train travel experience 
(i/v).
    • Souvenir ticket.
    • Compulsory Passenger Insurance (SOV).
  • Prices vary according to the class of the carriage.

  • Sept. 12, 2026

Torrezno Expreso

Zaragoza - Soria

  • What’s included?

    • Historic train travel experience 
(i/v).
    • Souvenir ticket.
    • Compulsory Passenger Insurance (SOV).
  • Prices vary according to the class of the carriage.

  • October 17, 2026

Tren del Doncel

Zaragoza - Siguenza

  • What’s included?

    • Historic train travel experience 
(i/v).
    • Souvenir ticket.
    • Compulsory Passenger Insurance (SOV).
  • Prices vary according to the class of the carriage.

  • May 9, 2026

Rio Arga

Zaragoza - Siguenza

  • What’s included?

    • Historic train travel experience 
(i/v).
    • Souvenir ticket.
    • Compulsory Passenger Insurance (SOV).
  • Prices vary according to the class of the carriage.

  • December 12, 2026

Rio Arga

Tren Azul: a convoy full of history.

The carriages and passenger capacity

Carriages manufactured in the 80s, with a total capacity of 400 seats. Each wagon reflects the innovation and characteristic design of the 1980s.

Restaurant cars

The WR-2747, with an Art Deco interior, offers 49 seats at tables for four people, while the WR-3567, refurbished in 1945, combines formica and skai leather seating, with 36 seats at tables for four and two people.

Sleeping car

Manufactured in Zaragoza in 1963 for the International Sleeping Car Company (CIWL). It was the first "modern" sleeping car used by RENFE. It features 11 compartments with three berths each.

Ministerial lounge car

Manufactured in 1955 for official travel by high-ranking state officials, it features a lounge with 13 armchairs around a presidential table and four compartments with 3 seats each.

Coche Estafeta de Correos

Manufactured for the State Postal and Telegraph Society in 1985, it allows Blue Train passengers to visit an exhibition of objects related to the postal service and the life of mobile postal workers.

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Onboard Services

Onboard Cafeteria

Enjoy drinks and snacks in the Blue Train cafeteria, located in one of its historic cars. A perfect space to relax while admiring the scenery during the journey.

Onboard Services

Souvenir Shop

You will find unique souvenirs related to railway history and exclusive products that complement your Blue Train experience.

Onboard Services

Space for Bicycles

The train has space to transport bicycles, ideal for those who wish to combine the trip with outdoor routes at their destinations.

Onboard Services

Travel with Pets

Travel with your pet. The Blue Train allows small animals (under 12 kg), ensuring a comfortable and adapted environment for them.

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Other related routes.

Tren de Felipe II From €21

Tren de Felipe II

Historic train from Madrid to El Escorial with 3 different packages

  • Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

  • Cultural round-trip experience with a guided tour of El Escorial and its monastery.

  • Train with a diesel locomotive and 1930s coaches.

Tren de Felipe II
El Canfranero From €33

El Canfranero

Tren Azul from Zaragoza to Canfranc.

  • Last Saturday of the month (except: January, February, and August).

  • Cultural and railway day trip experience (round trip).

  • Train with a diesel locomotive 333 and 1930s cars.

El Canfranero

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Preguntas Frecuentes

Información útil sobre el Tren Azul


¿Cómo comprar billetes del Tren Azul?
Entra en el menú superior y selecciona “Rutas y trenes”, Selecciona el “Tren azul”, desliza la pantalla y elige la ruta deseada y haz clic en el botón de reservar.
¿Desde qué ciudades puedo viajar en el Tren Azul?
El histórico Tren Azul realiza diversas rutas turísticas y culturales a distintas ciudades que pueden consultarse en su página oficial; sin embargo, su trayecto más mítico tiene lugar el último sábado de cada mes, cuando se transforma en «El Canfranero» para completar un espectacular viaje con origen en Zaragoza y destino en la majestuosa estación de Canfranc.
¿Dónde puedo encontrar la información de cada ruta?
Para ver toda la información de una ruta, solo tienes que hacer clic sobre su nombre, justo al lado del botón de reservar.
¿Dónde puedo ver horarios y frecuencia de autobuses hacia Aviñón?
Los horarios dependen de la ruta, siempre los podrás consultar haciendo clic sobre su nombre, justo al lado del botón de reservar.
¿Puedo elegir en qué coche del tren viajar?
Al realizar tu reserva a través de la web, tendrás acceso a todos los coches del tren disponibles para que selecciones el tuyo.
¿Se puede pasear y visitar los diferentes coches durante el trayecto?
Sí, totalmente. Al tratarse de un tren histórico, gran parte del atractivo es conocer sus diferentes estancias. Durante el viaje puedes recorrer libremente los coches autorizados para disfrutar de la riqueza de nuestro patrimonio ferroviario.
¿Tengo que imprimir el billete o puedo llevarlo en el móvil?
Puedes traer tu billete impreso en papel o, si lo prefieres para cuidar el medio ambiente, simplemente mostrar el PDF con el código de barras o código QR directamente en la pantalla de tu teléfono móvil al subir al tren.
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