The child discounts offered by Renfe vary depending on the type of train and route:
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AVE and Larga Distancia (long distance high-speed) trains:
- Children from 4 to 13 years old inclusive: They travel with a 40% discount on any available price, with their own child’s ticket and occupying a seat.
- Children from 0 to 3 years old: If they do not occupy a seat, they travel for free, with a free child ticket.
- Children’s tickets allow for changes and cancellations, as long as it is allowed under the chosen travel option (Básico, Elige or Prémium). It may be subject to charges.
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Avant (mid-distance high-speed) and Media Distancia (mid-distance) trains:
- Children from 4 to 13 years old inclusive: They travel at a 40% discount, with their own child's ticket and occupying a seat.
- Children from 0 to 3 years old: If they do not occupy a place, they travel for free. If the trip is on an Avant train, they will need their own free child ticket.
- Child fare tickets do not allow changes. If you wish to cancel a ticket, you can do so with a 15% deduction on its price. They also allow seat selection.
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Avlo (Renfe's low-cost trains):
- Minors under the age of 14 will travel in their seat and must purchase a ticket according to the current terms and conditions for this product.
Tip: The unofficial method of booking a reserved seat for a child under the age of 4 on a Renfe train is by entering the child's age as 6-14. The child will still receive the 40% discount and s/he will be given a seat on the train.
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