The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Badalona
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£99
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
513 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Badalona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Badalona will cost around £99 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £77.
Of the 17 trains that leave Madrid for Badalona 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 513 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.
060119:573h24Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes13:21Barcelona Sants£771One-way0 changes
0611111:223h17Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes14:39Barcelona Sants£781One-way0 changes
065019:313h27Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes12:58Barcelona Sants£801One-way0 changes
0654113:423h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes16:44Barcelona Sants£801One-way0 changes
0612112:223h17Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes15:39Barcelona Sants£841One-way0 changes
0615115:523h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes18:54Barcelona Sants£1221One-way0 changes
060818:223h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:24Barcelona Sants£991One-way0 changes
0616116:373h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes19:39Barcelona Sants£871One-way0 changes
0657116:223h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes19:24Barcelona Sants£891One-way0 changes
062818:503h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:52Barcelona Sants£991One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Badalona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Badalona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a flight costs an average of £19.
Distance: 513 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£36 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £85 Average Price |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Madrid to Badalona train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Badalona trains for tomorrow, Monday 8 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06261 | Delayed 6:09 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h26 | 7:35 7:35Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06471 | Delayed 6:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 7:45 7:45Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06071 | Delayed 7:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 8:24 8:24Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06081 | On time 8:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:24 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06281 | On time 8:50 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:52 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 | |
06111 | Delayed 11:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 12:39 12:39Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06121 | 12:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 15:39 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06541 | 13:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 16:44 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06021 | 14:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h24 | 18:06 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06151 | 15:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 18:54 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06571 | 16:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 19:24 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06161 | 16:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 19:39 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06171 | 17:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h20 | 20:42 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06181 | 18:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h03 | 21:35 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Badalona
Trains from Madrid to Badalona run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:02. The fastest train covers the 513 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 513 km |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 21:02 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: iryo, Ouigo Spain, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo from Madrid to Badalona trainsiryo, Ouigo Spain, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo trains will get you between Madrid and Badalona from £9. 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 to Badalona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Badalona 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 Badalona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Badalona
- 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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