The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
27
Distance
504 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Barcelona 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 will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Of the 27 trains that leave Madrid for Barcelona every day 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 504 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.
0620120:223h17Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes23:39Barcelona Sants£591One-way0 changes
0641520:103h18Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes23:28Barcelona Sants£591One-way0 changes
060717:223h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes10:24Barcelona Sants£601One-way0 changes
0617117:223h20Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes20:42Barcelona Sants£621One-way0 changes
0616116:373h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes19:39Barcelona Sants£671One-way0 changes
060717:223h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes10:24Barcelona Sants£601One-way0 changes
0616116:373h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes19:39Barcelona Sants£671One-way0 changes
0657116:223h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes19:24Barcelona Sants£691One-way0 changes
0615115:523h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes18:54Barcelona Sants£711One-way0 changes
0316115:573h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes18:59Barcelona Sants£771One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Madrid to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 7m. 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 £14, and a flight costs an average of £26.
Distance: 504 km
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£43 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £121 Average Price |
5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Madrid to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Barcelona trains for today, Wednesday 1 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06181 | On time 16:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h03 | 19:35 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06013 | On time 17:29 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 20:46 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03309 | On time 17:34 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h46 | 21:20 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 2 April | |||||
06261 | On time 4:09 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h16 | 7:25 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06471 | On time 4:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 7:45 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06071 | On time 5:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 8:24 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06081 | On time 6:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 9:24 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06281 | On time 6:50 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 9:52 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03091 | On time 6:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h09 | 10:06 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06501 | On time 7:31 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h27 | 10:58 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06011 | On time 7:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 11:14 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03303 | On time 8:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 11:44 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06111 | On time 9:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 12:39 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06121 | On time 10:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 13:39 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03131 | On time 11:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 14:24 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06541 | On time 11:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 14:44 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03143 | On time 12:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h22 | 15:49 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06021 | On time 12:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h24 | 16:06 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03305 | On time 13:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h47 | 17:14 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06151 | On time 13:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 16:54 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03161 | On time 13:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 16:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06571 | On time 14:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 17:24 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03163 | On time 14:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 17:44 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06161 | On time 14:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 17:39 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06171 | On time 15:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h20 | 18:42 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Barcelona
Trains from Madrid to Barcelona run on average 37 times per day, taking around 4h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 37 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 504 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 504 km |
Average train duration 4h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 37 |
Direct trains 37 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 21:25 |
Train companies: iryo, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo from Madrid to Barcelona trainsiryo, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo trains will get you between Madrid and Barcelona from £14. 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 train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Barcelona 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Madrid and Barcelona
- 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
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- 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
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Lasarte
- El Nacional
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- €1
- Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona
- Hotel Royal Passeig de Gracia
- Casa Fuster Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and Rodalies trains
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Hall 3: FGC services
- Metro: Line 2, Line 3, Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- FGC: Lines S1, S2, S5, S55
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