How to get to Badalona from Madrid

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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 an average ticket price of £34 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, while a flight costs an average of £230.

Distance: 513 km

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Compare ways to travel from Madrid to Badalona

Compare the available ways to get from Madrid to Badalona, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Badalona is a coach with an average price of £34.

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Badalona:

A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Badalona costing on average £53.

A coach is £196 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Badalona costing on average £230.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Badalona is by train with an average journey time of 3h 37m.

Other travel options to Badalona take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 39m.

Coach takes on average 8h 56m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Madrid and Badalona including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 3h 21m faster (3h 7m by train vs 6h 28m by car) and roughly £38 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£53 vs £91). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Madrid to Badalona

How to get to Badalona from Madrid by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Madrid to Badalona is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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Best day trips from Badalona by train

The most popular day trips by train from Badalona are Barcelona, Mataró and Girona. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Badalona on Omio.

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Day trip from Badalona to Barcelona by train

Why visit Barcelona for the day?

Barcelona is known for Gaudí’s architecture, a Mediterranean shoreline and a strong Catalan character. Historic streets, beach life and contemporary culture sit close together, giving the city an energetic but lived-in feel.

A view of Mataró

Day trip from Badalona to Mataró by train

Why visit Mataró for the day?

Mataró is a coastal Catalan city known for its modernist architecture, Roman history and seafront promenade. It has a practical local character, with historic streets, markets and beaches shaping everyday life by the Mediterranean.

A view of Girona

Day trip from Badalona to Girona by train

Why visit Girona for the day?

Girona is known for its colourful riverside houses, medieval lanes and rich Jewish heritage. Its compact old town, crowned by the cathedral, feels both historic and lively, with a strong Catalan food culture.

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FAQs: Madrid to Badalona

Travel to Badalona easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Madrid to Badalona.

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There are 3 options to travel between Madrid and Badalona including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Madrid to Badalona is a coach with an average price of £34.

This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Badalona:

A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Badalona costing on average £53.

A coach is £196 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Badalona costing on average £230.

The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Badalona is by train with an average journey time of 3h 37m.

Other travel options to Badalona take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 39m.

Coach takes on average 8h 56m.

The Madrid to Badalona distance is approximately 513 km.
The average frequency per day from Madrid to Badalona is:
  • Around 42 flights per day.
  • Around 36 coaches per day.
  • Around 16 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Badalona as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Madrid to Badalona:
  • Flights mostly depart from Madrid Barajas Airport and arrive in Barcelona El Prat Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arrive in Barcelona Sants.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Madrid, Intercambiador de Avenida de América and arrive in Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Madrid to Badalona, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air Europa, Iberia, Lufthansa, Royal Air Maroc, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, CitizenPlane, ITA, Helvetic Airways, Vueling, Swiss, Air Baltic, Edelweiss Air to go to Badalona by flight.
  • Travel with Alsa, FlixBus to go to Badalona by coach.
  • Travel with iryo, SNCF OUIGO to go to Badalona by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Madrid to Badalona with the following travel companies:
  • 10 direct flights per day with Air Europa, Iberia, CitizenPlane, Vueling.
  • 34 direct coaches per day with Alsa.
  • 16 direct trains per day with iryo, SNCF OUIGO.
Omio customers who travel from Madrid to Badalona often also extend their vacation to go to Barcelona, Girona, Blanes, Mataró, Valencia. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Badalona and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Madrid to Badalona, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
To fully explore Badalona's beaches, cultural sites, and local cuisine, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.

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