4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
490 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
Of the 17 trains that leave Madrid Barajas Airport for Barcelona Sants every day 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 490 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.
064716:223h23Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes9:45Barcelona Sants£301One-way0 changes
062616:093h26Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes9:35Barcelona Sants£311One-way0 changes- 0618118:323h12Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes21:44Barcelona Sants£311One-way0 changes
- 0601519:293h21Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes22:50Barcelona Sants£321One-way0 changes
- 0617117:223h20Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes20:42Barcelona Sants£351One-way0 changes
- 062818:503h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:52Barcelona Sants£381One-way0 changes
- 060818:223h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:24Barcelona Sants£381One-way0 changes
- 060717:223h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes10:24Barcelona Sants£391One-way0 changes
- 0616116:373h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes19:39Barcelona Sants£391One-way0 changes
- 0654113:423h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes16:44Barcelona Sants£441One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £37.
Distance: 490 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£35 Average Price Cheapest | £38 Average Price | £101 Average Price |
3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 03063 | On time 6:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 9:50 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03071 | On time 6:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 9:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06071 | Delayed 7:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 8:24 8:24Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03073 | Delayed 7:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h44 | 9:11 9:11Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03081 | On time 7:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 10:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06081 | On time 8:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:24 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03083 | Delayed 8:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 9:44 9:44Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06281 | On time 8:50 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:52 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03091 | Delayed 8:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h09 | 10:06 10:06Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03093 | On time 9:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h37 | 13:04 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06501 | Delayed 9:31 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h27 | 10:58 10:58Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06011 | Delayed 9:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h24 | 11:21 11:21Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03303 | Delayed 10:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 11:44 11:44Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06111 | Delayed 11:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 12:39 12:39Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03113 | Delayed 11:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h44 | 13:11 13:11Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06121 | On time 12:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 15:39 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03123 | Delayed 12:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h48 | 14:15 14:15Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09725 | On time 12:50 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h29 | 16:19 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06541 | Delayed 13:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 14:44 14:44Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03141 | Delayed 13:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 14:59 14:59Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03143 | Delayed 14:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h22 | 15:49 15:49Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06021 | On time 14:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h31 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03151 | On time 14:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 17:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03305 | On time 15:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h47 | 19:14 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03161 | On time 15:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 18:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06571 | Delayed 16:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 17:24 17:24Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03163 | On time 16:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 19:44 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06161 | Delayed 16:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 17:39 17:39Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03171 | On time 16:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 19:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06171 | Delayed 17:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h20 | 18:42 18:42Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03173 | Delayed 17:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h44 | 19:11 19:11Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03181 | Delayed 17:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 18:59 18:59Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03183 | Delayed 18:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h22 | 19:49 19:49Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06181 | Delayed 18:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h12 | 19:44 19:44Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03191 | On time 18:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 21:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06015 | Delayed 19:29 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h21 | 20:50 20:50Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03309 | On time 19:34 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h46 | 23:20 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06425 | Delayed 20:10 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h18 | 21:28 21:28Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03201 | On time 20:30 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 23:47 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
| 06261 | 6:09 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h26 | 9:35 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06471 | 6:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 9:45 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants by coach, train or flight
Compare coach, train and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
15 Jul
16 Jul
17 Jul
18 Jul
19 Jul
20 Jul
21 Jul
22 Jul
23 Jul
24 Jul
25 Jul
26 Jul
27 Jul
28 Jul
29 Jul
30 Jul
31 Jul
01 Aug
02 Aug
03 Aug
04 Aug
Why should you book Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs iryo?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for iryo, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF OUIGO, AVE or Renfe AVLO to find the best option for your trip from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare iryo with all available travel options, which are bus, train and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Rome2rio or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF OUIGO, AVE or Renfe AVLO to find the best option for your trip from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants
SpainSpain
Trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants run on average 26 times per day, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 26 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 19:10. The fastest train covers the 490 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 490 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 26 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 4:09 |
Last train 19:10 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: iryo, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe AVLO from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants trainsiryo, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe AVLO trains will get you between Madrid Barajas Airport and Barcelona Sants from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
iryo
AVE
SNCF OUIGO
Renfe AVLO
FAQs: Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants 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 Barcelona Sants, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid Barajas Airport and Barcelona Sants
Most Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid Barajas Airport and Barcelona Sants 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.
Most popular train connections from Madrid Barajas Airport
More options for your journey from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Barcelona Sants and Madrid Barajas Airport
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
