The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£86
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
43
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 £86 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 43 trains that leave Madrid for Barcelona every day 43 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.
0317116:573h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes19:59Barcelona Sants£531One-way0 changes
064716:223h23Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes9:45Barcelona Sants£541One-way0 changes
065019:313h27Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes12:58Barcelona Sants£541One-way0 changes
0330919:343h46Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes23:20Barcelona Sants£571One-way0 changes
0601519:293h21Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes22:50Barcelona Sants£601One-way0 changes
0315114:573h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes17:59Barcelona Sants£931One-way0 changes
030716:573h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes9:59Barcelona Sants£1071One-way0 changes
0316115:573h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes18:59Barcelona Sants£1201One-way0 changes
0317116:573h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes19:59Barcelona Sants£531One-way0 changes
030817:573h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes10:59Barcelona Sants£1071One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 train with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. 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 train costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £49.
Distance: 504 km
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£51 Average Price Cheapest | £60 Average Price | £168 Average Price |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m 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, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
03141 | On time 13:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 16:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03143 | Delayed 14:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h22 | 15:49 15:49Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06021 | On time 14:42 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h24 | 18:06 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03151 | On time 14:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 17:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03305 | On time 15:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h47 | 19:14 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06151 | Delayed 15:52 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 16:54 16:54Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03161 | On time 15:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 18:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06571 | Delayed 16:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 17:24 17:24Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03163 | On time 16:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 19:44 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06161 | Delayed 16:37 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 17:39 17:39Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03171 | On time 16:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 19:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06171 | Delayed 17:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h20 | 18:42 18:42Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03173 | Delayed 17:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h44 | 19:11 19:11Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03181 | Delayed 17:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 18:59 18:59Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03183 | Delayed 18:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h22 | 19:49 19:49Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06181 | On time 18:32 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h03 | 21:35 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03191 | On time 18:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 21:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
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 | |
03201 | On time 20:30 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 23:47 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06261 | Delayed 6:09 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h26 | 7:35 7:35Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03301 | Delayed 6:16 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h08 | 7:24 7:24Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06471 | 6:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 9:45 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03063 | 6:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 9:50 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03071 | 6:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 9:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06071 | 7:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 10:24 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03073 | 7:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h44 | 11:11 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03081 | 7:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 10:59 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06081 | 8:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:24 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03083 | 8:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 11:44 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06281 | 8:50 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:52 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03091 | 8:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h09 | 12:06 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03093 | 9:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h37 | 13:04 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06501 | 9:31 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h27 | 12:58 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06011 | 9:57 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h24 | 13:21 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03303 | 10:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 13:44 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
06111 | 11:22 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 14:39 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
03113 | 11:27 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h44 | 15:11 Barcelona 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 | |
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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 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 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 21:15. The fastest train covers the 504 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 504 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 37 |
Direct trains 37 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 0:14 |
Last train 21:15 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: iryo, AVE, Ouigo Spain, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe AVLO, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo from Madrid to Barcelona trainsiryo, AVE, Ouigo Spain, SNCF OUIGO, 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
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