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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport
- Cheapest price on 01 Nov
- £27
- Average ticket price on 01 Nov
- £37
- Fastest journey on 01 Nov
- 2 h 37 m
- Average journey duration on 01 Nov
- 3 h 1 m
- Trains on 01 Nov
- 10
- Distance
- 490 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 10 trains from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport, including 10 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 490 km distance in an average of 3 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 17 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
19:00 3h44 Barcelona Sants 22:44 Madrid Barajas Airport £27 1 One-way 0 changes7:00 3h44 Barcelona Sants 10:44 Madrid Barajas Airport £30 1 One-way 0 changes
16:40 3h02 Barcelona Sants 19:42 Madrid Barajas Airport £31 1 One-way 0 changes6:35 3h30 Barcelona Sants 10:05 Madrid Barajas Airport £32 1 One-way 0 changes
6:50 2h52 Barcelona Sants 9:42 Madrid Barajas Airport £32 1 One-way 0 changes
11:50 2h37 Barcelona Sants 14:27 Madrid Barajas Airport £38 1 One-way 0 changes6:50 2h52 Barcelona Sants 9:42 Madrid Barajas Airport £32 1 One-way 0 changes16:40 3h02 Barcelona Sants 19:42 Madrid Barajas Airport £31 1 One-way 0 changes13:00 3h17 Barcelona Sants 16:17 Madrid Barajas Airport £36 1 One-way 0 changes8:40 3h17 Barcelona Sants 11:57 Madrid Barajas Airport £67 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport
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Trains from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 36 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 36 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 19:20. The fastest train covers the 490 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 490 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 36 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 3:45 |
Last train 19:20 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport trip
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Live departures
Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport trains for today, Saturday 31 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03152 | On time 15:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 18:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06360 | 15:52 Barcelona Sants | 3h24 | 19:16 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03162 | On time 16:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 19:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03172 | 16:58 Barcelona Sants | 3h18 | 20:16 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06180 | 17:20 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 20:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06570 | 17:40 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 20:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03182 | 18:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 21:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03192 | On time 18:40 Barcelona Sants | 3h37 | 22:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06190 | 18:53 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 22:10 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06200 | 19:40 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 22:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03310 | 20:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 23:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06610 | 20:20 Barcelona Sants | 3h28 | 23:48 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 1 November | |||||
| 5:35 Barcelona Sants | 3h30 | 9:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 9:44 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:35 Barcelona Sants | 3h30 | 10:05 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:50 Barcelona Sants | 2h52 | 9:42 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 10:44 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:40 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 11:57 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:50 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 14:27 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 16:17 Madrid Barajas Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid Barajas Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona Sants and Madrid Barajas Airport
Most Barcelona Sants to Madrid Barajas Airport trains use the Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona Sants and Madrid Barajas Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
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