The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
495 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 17 trains that leave Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes for Barcelona El Prat Airport 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 495 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.
0741520:103h18Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes23:28Barcelona Sants£321One-way0 changes
0642520:103h18Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes23:28Barcelona Sants£321One-way0 changes
064716:223h23Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes9:45Barcelona Sants£351One-way0 changes
065019:313h27Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes12:58Barcelona Sants£381One-way0 changes
062818:503h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:52Barcelona Sants£381One-way0 changes
060818:223h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:24Barcelona Sants£391One-way0 changes
060717:223h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes10:24Barcelona Sants£391One-way0 changes
062818:503h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:52Barcelona Sants£381One-way0 changes
0616116:373h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes19:39Barcelona Sants£391One-way0 changes
0654113:423h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes16:44Barcelona Sants£411One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £27.
Distance: 495 km
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Live departures
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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06281 | On time 8:50 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:52 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06011 | Delayed 9:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h24 | 11:21 11:21Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06111 | Delayed 11:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 12:39 12:39Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06121 | On time 12:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 15:39 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06541 | Delayed 13:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 14:44 14:44Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06021 | On time 14:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h31 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06161 | Delayed 16:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 17:39 17:39Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06171 | Delayed 17:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h20 | 18:42 18:42Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06181 | Delayed 18:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h12 | 19:44 19:44Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06015 | Delayed 19:29 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h21 | 20:50 20:50Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06201 | Delayed 20:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 21:39 21:39Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
06471 | 6:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 9:45 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06071 | 7:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 10:24 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Trains from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 19:02. The fastest train covers the 495 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 495 km |
Average train duration 2h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 4:09 |
Last train 19:02 |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 7 days |
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FAQs: Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat 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 Barcelona El Prat Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and Barcelona El Prat Airport
Most Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and Barcelona El Prat Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from Madrid city centre
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train station facilities and services
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
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