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Provider information and services
Renfe
About
Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and up to three suitcases free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (cafeteria) available on most long-distance trains serving hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. First class passengers receive at-seat service
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation. Included in some ticket types, additional fee for others. Recommended during peak travel times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Popular Routes
ALTARIA train tickets
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Showing the fastest and cheapest results for 26 Mar
AVE
08:573h09
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes12:06Barcelona Sants
£641One-way
0 changes
AVE
06:163h14
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes09:30Barcelona Sants
£541One-way
0 changes
AVE
09:273h37
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes13:04Barcelona Sants
£681One-way
0 changes
AVE
06:273h23
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes09:50Barcelona Sants
£541One-way
0 changes
AVE
08:273h17
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:44Barcelona Sants
£681One-way
0 changes
Popular ALTARIA routes
Madrid to Seville train
from £13
Direct trains available
2h39 average duration
23trains per day
Served by
- Renfe INTERCITY
- Renfe MD
- SNCF OUIGO
- iryo
- Renfe AVLO
- Renfe ALVIA
- AVE
Madrid to Valencia train
from £6
Direct trains available
1h54 average duration
24trains per day
Served by
- Renfe INTERCITY
- AVE
- SNCF OUIGO
- iryo
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe AVLO
- Renfe
Madrid to Alicante train
from £8
Direct trains available
2h22 average duration
16trains per day
Served by
- Renfe ALVIA
- iryo
- AVE
- Renfe AVLO
- SNCF OUIGO
Madrid to Barcelona train
from £22
Direct trains available
2h37 average duration
37trains per day
Served by
- AVE
- Renfe
- SNCF OUIGO
- iryo
- Renfe AVLO
Madrid to Málaga train
from £8
Direct trains available
2h42 average duration
18trains per day
Served by
- Renfe MD
- Renfe ALVIA
- iryo
- Renfe AVLO
- SNCF OUIGO
- Renfe INTERCITY
- AVE
Valencia to Madrid train
from £6
Direct trains available
1h55 average duration
24trains per day
Served by
- Renfe AVLO
- iryo
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe INTERCITY
- SNCF OUIGO
- Renfe
- AVE
Seville to Madrid train
from £14
Direct trains available
2h36 average duration
22trains per day
Served by
- Renfe INTERCITY
- SNCF OUIGO
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe MD
- iryo
- Renfe AVLO
- AVE
Barcelona to Madrid train
from £20
Direct trains available
2h36 average duration
37trains per day
Served by
- SNCF OUIGO
- Renfe
- Renfe AVLO
- iryo
- AVE
Málaga to Madrid train
from £13
Direct trains available
2h43 average duration
18trains per day
Served by
- SNCF OUIGO
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe AVLO
- Renfe INTERCITY
- AVE
- iryo
- Renfe MD
Madrid to Toledo train
from £10
Direct trains available
0h34 average duration
11trains per day
Served by
- Renfe AVANT
- Renfe
ALTARIA FAQs
Everything you need to know to travel with ALTARIA: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more
ALTARIA operates high-speed trains primarily on routes between major cities in Spain, including Madrid, Alicante, and Murcia.
Trains with ALTARIA are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility, providing wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding and disembarking.
You can cancel your train with ALTARIA according to ticket conditions and fare type.
Passengers traveling with ALTARIA do not need to undergo a formal check-in process; they can simply board the train with their valid ticket.
Yes, ALTARIA provides compensation if you miss your connection due to a delay.
Refunds for ALTARIA can take 2-3 weeks for processing, with flexible tickets being refundable with a fee, while non-flexible tickets are non-refundable.
You have 2-3 weeks to submit your compensation request with ALTARIA for processing.
If your train with ALTARIA is delayed, you may be eligible for compensation if your connection is missed.
For train delays with ALTARIA exceeding 120 minutes, the compensation is 50% of the ticket price.
For train delays of 60-119 minutes, ALTARIA provides compensation amounting to 25% of the ticket price.
ALTARIA trains typically leave from major Spanish cities such as Madrid, specifically departing from Madrid's Puerta de Atocha station.
It is advisable to purchase your ALTARIA train ticket well in advance to secure the best prices and availability, with https://www.omio.com being the recommended platform for booking.
It is advisable to purchase your ALTARIA train ticket well in advance to secure the best prices and availability, with https://www.omio.com being the recommended platform for booking.
On ALTARIA trains, you can store your luggage in overhead racks and designated luggage areas at the ends of carriages. Passengers are allowed to bring 1 piece of hand luggage and 2 pieces of checked luggage.
When traveling with ALTARIA, passengers are generally advised to bring a valid form of identification, such as a passport, especially for international journeys to ensure compliance with travel regulations.
Small pets in carriers can travel free on ALTARIA trains, while dogs must be leashed and muzzled and require a paid ticket.
If your train is canceled by Renfe, the provider ALTARIA offers a full refund.
ALTARIA offers refundable train tickets, including their Flexible fare option, which allows for changes and cancellations.
Yes, ALTARIA trains are equipped with USB plugs for passenger convenience.
You cannot buy subway tickets onboard ALTARIA trains.
ALTARIA does not offer compensation for delays caused by weather or strikes.
Yes, ALTARIA trains offer WiFi onboard.
Yes, ALTARIA offers quiet zones for passengers seeking a peaceful travel experience, but information about family compartments is not specified.
ALTARIA destinations
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