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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Barcelona Sants
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 3 m
Trains per day
26
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid 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 to Barcelona Sants will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
Of the 26 trains that leave Madrid for Barcelona Sants every day 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 502 km distance in an average of 3 h 3 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 8 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£501One-way0 changes
0319118:513h08Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes21:59Barcelona Sants£631One-way0 changes- 030918:573h09Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes12:06Barcelona Sants£631One-way0 changes
060717:223h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes10:24Barcelona Sants£661One-way0 changes- 0601519:293h21Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes22:50Barcelona Sants£671One-way0 changes
- 062818:503h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:52Barcelona Sants£1131One-way0 changes
- 060717:223h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes10:24Barcelona Sants£661One-way0 changes
- 0616116:373h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes19:39Barcelona Sants£741One-way0 changes
- 0318117:573h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes20:59Barcelona Sants£911One-way0 changes
- 0319118:513h08Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes21:59Barcelona Sants£631One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Madrid to Barcelona Sants
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Barcelona Sants 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 flight which can get you there in 4h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £25.
Distance: 502 km
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Live departures
Madrid to Barcelona Sants train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Barcelona Sants trains for today, Thursday 20 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 06201 | Delayed 20:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 21:39 21:39Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03201 | On time 20:30 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 23:47 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 21 August | |||||
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 06121 | 12:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 15:39 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03123 | 12:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h48 | 16:15 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09725 | 12:50 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h29 | 16:19 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06021 | 14:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h31 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03305 | 15:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h47 | 19:14 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03163 | 16:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 19:50 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 | |
| 03373 | 17:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h44 | 21:11 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03181 | 17:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 20:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03183 | 18:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h22 | 21:49 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06181 | 18:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h12 | 21:44 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| 03191 | 18:51 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h08 | 21:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Barcelona Sants
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Trains from Madrid to Barcelona Sants run on average 36 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 36 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 18:30. The fastest train covers the 502 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 502 km |
Average train duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 36 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 4:09 |
Last train 18:30 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Train companies: iryo, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo from Madrid to Barcelona Sants trainsiryo, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo trains will get you between Madrid and Barcelona Sants 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 Barcelona Sants train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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 and Barcelona Sants
Most Madrid to Barcelona Sants trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Barcelona Sants 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.
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.
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