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Cheap train tickets from Barcelona to Madrid
Cheapest
on 08 Dec
£23
Average
on 08 Dec
£26
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Madrid is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Cheapest
20:402h55
Barcelona Sants23:35Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£231One-way
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2nd Cheapest
21:202h30
Barcelona Sants23:50Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£231One-way
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21:002h45
Barcelona Sants23:45Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£261One-way
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20:552h30
Barcelona Sants23:25Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£271One-way
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17:402h30
Barcelona Sants20:10Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£321One-way
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Train timetable Barcelona to Madrid
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Iryo
05:452h45
Barcelona Sants08:30Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Renfe AVE
05:503h20
Barcelona Sants09:10Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Iryo
06:042h30
Barcelona Sants08:34Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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SNCF OUIGO
06:302h45
Barcelona Sants09:15Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Iryo
07:052h30
Barcelona Sants09:35Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Renfe AVE
08:003h12
Barcelona Sants11:12Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Iryo
08:102h30
Barcelona Sants10:40Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Iryo
08:552h45
Barcelona Sants11:40Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Renfe AVE
09:002h45
Barcelona Sants11:45Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS
09:039h06
Barcelona Sants18:09Madrid Chamartín
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Iryo
09:502h45
Barcelona Sants12:35Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Renfe AVLO
10:003h17
Barcelona Sants13:17Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
0 changes
SNCF OUIGO
10:402h45
Barcelona Sants13:25Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
0 changes
Renfe AVE
11:002h45
Barcelona Sants13:45Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Iryo
11:552h45
Barcelona Sants14:40Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Renfe AVE
12:003h12
Barcelona Sants15:12Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Iryo
12:452h45
Barcelona Sants15:30Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Renfe AVE INT
12:502h55
Barcelona Sants15:45Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Renfe AVE
13:252h29
Barcelona Sants15:54Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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SNCF OUIGO
13:502h30
Barcelona Sants16:20Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
0 changes
Iryo
13:552h45
Barcelona Sants16:40Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
0 changes
Renfe AVE
14:003h12
Barcelona Sants17:12Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
0 changes
Iryo
14:552h45
Barcelona Sants17:40Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
0 changes
Renfe AVLO
15:002h45
Barcelona Sants17:45Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Iryo
15:552h45
Barcelona Sants18:40Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Renfe AVE
16:003h12
Barcelona Sants19:12Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Renfe AVE
17:002h45
Barcelona Sants19:45Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Renfe AVE
17:252h30
Barcelona Sants19:55Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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SNCF OUIGO
17:402h30
Barcelona Sants20:10Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
0 changes
Iryo
17:552h30
Barcelona Sants20:25Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Renfe AVE
18:003h12
Barcelona Sants21:12Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Iryo
19:052h30
Barcelona Sants21:35Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Iryo
19:552h45
Barcelona Sants22:40Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Renfe AVE
20:003h12
Barcelona Sants23:12Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
0 changes
SNCF OUIGO
20:402h55
Barcelona Sants23:35Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Iryo
20:552h30
Barcelona Sants23:25Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
0 changes
Renfe AVLO
21:002h45
Barcelona Sants23:45Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Iryo
21:202h30
Barcelona Sants23:50Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
0 changes
Renfe AVE
21:252h30
Barcelona Sants23:55Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Train times from Barcelona to Madrid
Fastest Journey
on 08 Dec
2 h
29 m
Average
on 08 Dec
2 h
56 m
Trains per day
on 08 Dec
39
Distance
504 km
Of the 39 trains that leave Barcelona for Madrid every day 39 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Fastest
13:252h29
Barcelona Sants15:54Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£721One-way
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2nd Fastest
13:502h30
Barcelona Sants16:20Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£381One-way
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2nd Fastest
08:102h30
Barcelona Sants10:40Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£421One-way
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2nd Fastest
17:552h30
Barcelona Sants20:25Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£391One-way
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2nd Fastest
06:042h30
Barcelona Sants08:34Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
£501One-way
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ExpensiveI have used the train from Barcelona to Madrid in many occasions in the last years and my experience with this trip has always been very good. I have used the AVE Renfe, and it takes between 2,30h-3h (depending on the stops) from Barcelona to Madrid.
The train is very comfortable and clean. The seat reservation is included in the price. The train also has a bar in the middle with different options for food and beverages. I am very satisfied with this service and I will keep using it.
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good wifikind staffgood serviceThis trip was great and definitely gets the five stars. A huge praise goes to the service, because my orders were delivered very quickly and my food was very fresh and very tasty. I also found the staff very friendly and the cleanliness of the train. It was also very quiet on the train. I was also very comfortable and well-equipped, including with regard to wifi, as my wifi was very good. In general, a great and also punctual train and at a great price, I pass this trip on.
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Overview: Train from Barcelona to Madrid
 Distance | 312 miles |
|---|---|
 Average train duration | 2 h 29 min |
 Average train ticket price | £30 (€33) |
 Train frequency | 18 a day |
 Direct train | Yes, there are 18 direct trains a day |
 Train providers | Renfe, Renfe AVE, Renfe AVE INT, Renfe AVLO, Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS, SNCF OUIGO, iryo |
Trains from Barcelona to Madrid cover the 312 miles long route taking on average 2 h 29 min with our travel partners like Renfe, Renfe AVE, Renfe AVE INT, Renfe AVLO, Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS, SNCF OUIGO, iryo. Normally, there are 18 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around £30, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £16. Travellers depart most frequently from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Madrid Atocha Cercanias.
Train providers: Renfe, Renfe AVE, Renfe AVE INT, Renfe AVLO, Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS, SNCF OUIGO, iryo trains Barcelona to Madrid
Buy your official Renfe train tickets between Barcelona and Madrid from £16 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient journey.
Renfe is Spain’s national train provider operating freight and passenger trains 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 travellers. You can use these savings offers and discount cards on Omio when booking your Barcelona to Madrid trip. Renfe has a vast fleet of trains with different levels of comfort, amenities and speed. 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.
FAQs: Barcelona to Madrid train
FAQs: Travel by train from Barcelona to Madrid easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Madrid.
Cheap train tickets from Barcelona to Madrid can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Barcelona to Madrid is £30; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Barcelona to Madrid train travel time is 2 h 29 min for the 312 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Barcelona to Madrid leaves at 05: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Barcelona to Madrid leaves at 20: 25.
Yes, there are 18 direct trains a day from Barcelona to Madrid with Renfe AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe AVE INT or Iryo. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Yes, you can take a high-speed train from Barcelona to Madrid with iryo or SNCF OUIGO. Overall you can travel with the following companies: Renfe, Renfe AVE, Renfe AVE INT, Renfe AVLO, Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS, SNCF OUIGO, iryo.
For the best Barcelona to Madrid train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Renfe, Renfe AVE, Renfe AVE INT, Renfe AVLO, Renfe REGIONAL EXPRESS, SNCF OUIGO, iryo. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Barcelona and Madrid to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 20: 25.
When departing from Barcelona, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Barcelona Sants, Barcelona Passeig De Gracia and Barcelona. When arriving in Madrid, you can end your trip in train stations like Madrid Atocha Cercanias, Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and Madrid Chamartín.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Barcelona Sants, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Madrid Atocha Cercanias, located 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre.
A trip to Madrid from Barcelona is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 29 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Barcelona to Madrid is December.
Yes, you can take a train between Barcelona and Madrid.
Important Stations and Airports for this connection
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Barcelona Sants is the most popular Barcelona railway station for Omio travellers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Barcelona for your journey to Madrid.
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Mon - Sun: 06: 00 - 22: 00Public transport options for Barcelona Sants
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
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
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