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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Trains per day
3
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 £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 3 trains that leave Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes for Barcelona El Prat Airport every day 3 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 2 h 47 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.
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 train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £69.
Distance: 495 km
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£37 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £70 Average Price |
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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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, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 08:59 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 11:49 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:17 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 18:54 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 19:14 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 22:54 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:02 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 08:54 Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport
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Trains from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 20:02. The fastest train covers the 495 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 495 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 05:08 |
Last train 20:02 |
Train companies: iryo, Ouigo, AVE from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona El Prat Airport trainsiryo, Ouigo, AVE trains will get you between Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and Barcelona El Prat Airport from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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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
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Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- 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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