The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona Sants to Madrid
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 46 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid 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 will cost around £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Of the 28 trains that leave Barcelona Sants for Madrid every day 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 502 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 52 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.
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Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona Sants to Madrid
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona Sants to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £60.
Distance: 502 km
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4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 4m Average total duration 11h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barcelona Sants to Madrid train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona Sants to Madrid trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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06060 | On time 04:45 Barcelona Sants | 2h52 | 07:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03862 | On time 04:50 Barcelona Sants | 3h25 | 08:15 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06470 | On time 05:25 Barcelona Sants | 2h52 | 08:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03302 | On time 05:35 Barcelona Sants | 2h52 | 08:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06270 | On time 06:05 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 08:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03662 | On time 06:27 Barcelona Sants | 2h45 | 09:12 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06280 | On time 06:55 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 09:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03882 | On time 07:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h19 | 10:19 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03080 | On time 07:25 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 10:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06010 | On time 08:50 Barcelona Sants | 2h52 | 11:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03304 | On time 08:55 Barcelona Sants | 3h24 | 12:19 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06500 | On time 09:40 Barcelona Sants | 2h52 | 12:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06110 | On time 09:45 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 12:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03112 | On time 10:00 Barcelona Sants | 2h52 | 12:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06020 | On time 10:50 Barcelona Sants | 2h52 | 13:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03322 | On time 11:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h19 | 14:19 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
09730 | On time 11:50 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 14:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06130 | On time 12:05 Barcelona Sants | 2h52 | 14:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03830 | On time 12:25 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 15:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06014 | On time 12:45 Barcelona Sants | 2h52 | 15:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06540 | On time 12:50 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 15:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03308 | On time 13:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h19 | 16:19 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03140 | On time 13:25 Barcelona Sants | 2h36 | 16:01 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06150 | On time 13:55 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 16:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03152 | On time 14:00 Barcelona Sants | 2h52 | 16:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03150 | On time 14:25 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 17:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06160 | On time 14:55 Barcelona Sants | 2h52 | 17:47 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03160 | On time 15:25 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 18:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03874 | On time 15:58 Barcelona Sants | 2h53 | 18:51 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03170 | On time 16:25 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 19:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06180 | On time 16:35 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 19:12 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06570 | On time 16:40 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 19:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03182 | On time 17:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h19 | 20:19 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03180 | On time 17:25 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 20:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03192 | On time 17:40 Barcelona Sants | 3h12 | 20:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06190 | On time 18:05 Barcelona Sants | 2h52 | 20:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03190 | On time 18:25 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 21:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03310 | On time 19:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h19 | 22:19 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06610 | On time 19:40 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 22:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06210 | On time 19:55 Barcelona Sants | 2h52 | 22:47 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03212 | On time 20:05 Barcelona Sants | 2h53 | 22:58 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03610 | On time 20:15 Barcelona Sants | 2h37 | 22:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona Sants to Madrid
Trains from Barcelona Sants to Madrid run on average 34 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 34 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 502 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 502 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 34 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 19:55 |
Train companies: Ouigo, iryo, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona Sants to Madrid trainsOuigo, iryo, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona Sants and Madrid from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barcelona Sants to Madrid train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona Sants to Madrid 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona Sants and Madrid
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- 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
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
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