The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£45
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
43
Distance
492 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona 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 to Madrid Barajas Airport will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 43 trains that leave Barcelona for Madrid Barajas Airport every day 43 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 492 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 2 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 coach, train and flight for Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport 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 £35.
Distance: 492 km
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£36 Average Price Cheapest | £39 Average Price | £96 Average Price |
4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration 7h 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 to Madrid Barajas Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport trains for today, Monday 9 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06150 | On time 13:50 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 16:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03152 | On time 14:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 17:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03150 | On time 14:25 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 17:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06160 | On time 14:55 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 18:12 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03162 | On time 15:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 18:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03160 | On time 15:25 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 18:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03172 | On time 15:58 Barcelona Sants | 3h18 | 19:16 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06180 | On time 16:20 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 19:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03170 | On time 16:25 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 19:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06570 | On time 16:40 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 19:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03182 | On time 17:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 20:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03180 | On time 17:25 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 20:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03192 | On time 17:40 Barcelona Sants | 3h37 | 21:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06190 | On time 17:53 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 21:10 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03190 | On time 18:25 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 21:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06200 | On time 18:40 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 21:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03310 | On time 19:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 22:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06610 | On time 19:20 Barcelona Sants | 3h28 | 22:48 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
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03052 | On time 04:40 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 07:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06060 | On time 04:45 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 08:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03060 | On time 05:20 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 08:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03302 | On time 05:35 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 08:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03070 | On time 06:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 09:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06070 | On time 06:05 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 09:07 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03662 | On time 06:27 Barcelona Sants | 3h10 | 09:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06410 | On time 06:35 Barcelona Sants | 3h30 | 10:05 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06080 | On time 06:50 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 10:07 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03082 | On time 07:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 10:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03080 | On time 07:25 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 10:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06016 | On time 07:45 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 11:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03092 | On time 08:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 11:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03304 | On time 08:55 Barcelona Sants | 3h49 | 12:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06500 | On time 09:40 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 12:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06110 | On time 09:45 Barcelona Sants | 3h04 | 12:49 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03112 | On time 10:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 13:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06020 | On time 10:25 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 13:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03122 | On time 11:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 14:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06320 | On time 11:14 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 14:16 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
09730 | On time 11:50 Barcelona Sants | 3h28 | 15:18 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06014 | On time 12:20 Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 15:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03130 | On time 12:27 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 15:29 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
06540 | On time 12:50 Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 15:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
03308 | On time 13:00 Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 16:44 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport
Trains from Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 20:05. The fastest train covers the 492 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 492 km |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 04:50 |
Last train 20:05 |
Train companies: iryo, Ouigo, AVE, Renfe AVLO from Barcelona to Madrid Barajas Airport trainsiryo, Ouigo, AVE, Renfe AVLO trains will get you between Barcelona and Madrid Barajas Airport 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 to Madrid Barajas Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona 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 and Madrid Barajas Airport
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Lasarte
- El Nacional
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- €1
- Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona
- Hotel Royal Passeig de Gracia
- Casa Fuster Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and Rodalies trains
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Hall 3: FGC services
- Metro: Line 2, Line 3, Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- FGC: Lines S1, S2, S5, S55
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