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Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha Train Prices and Times

Planning a journey from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets for as low as 432,16 kr, with average prices for this route around 764,54 kr. We suggest exploring methods like split tickets to ensure you get the most affordable fares.
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    From 1 257,26 kr
  • lör, 21 juni
    From 634,41 kr
  • sön, 22 juni
    From 613,90 kr
  • mån, 23 juni
    From 496,29 kr
  • tis, 24 juni
    From 519,14 kr
  • ons, 25 juni
    From 432,16 kr
  • tors, 26 juni
    From 664,92 kr
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05:45
Barcelona-Sants
08:30
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 45m, Directiryo
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05:45
Barcelona-Sants
08:37
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 52m, Directiryo
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05:50
Barcelona-Sants
09:10
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
3h 20m, Directrenfe
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05:50
Barcelona-Sants
09:15
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
3h 25m, Directrenfe
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06:25
Barcelona-Sants
09:17
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 52m, DirectOUIGO
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06:30
Barcelona-Sants
09:15
Paris
2h 45m, DirectOUIGO
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Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha Train Route Details

The Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha train ticket is typically from 432,16 kr. The average travel time is 2h 29m, covering a distance of approximately 502 km. There are usually 92 daily trains provided by OUIGO, renfe, iryo. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
05:45
Last train
Last train
21:25
Departure station
Departure station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 29m
Distance
Distance
502 km
Price
Price
From 432,16 kr
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Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers a variety of discounts for AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers, granting special benefits across numerous routes. Availability is limited and depends on the route, time of travel, and specific conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Disabled People Fare

For disabled passengers, Renfe offers up to 40% off. By spending €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the ticket type and may incur a fee.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe's Tarjeta Dorada offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. You can get a 25% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. For Avant trains, discounts vary: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

In Spain, Renfe provides significant fare discounts for large families: 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families. These discounts are applicable on AVE and Larga Distancia trains but do not extend to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías routes. Single-parent families in Catalonia may also receive discounts on Rodalies services with the appropriate Generalitat certification.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. Note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, with an applicable fee.

Advance booking

Booking early can offer you discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the more you save. Trip.com has already highlighted the best prices, making your travel planning straightforward.

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha

Renfe trains, particularly the AVE models, provide four service categories based on fare options. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking enhanced comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders also benefit from the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    Book in Advance

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  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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