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Madrid to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Planning a journey from Madrid to Barcelona? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets for as low as 520,28 kr, with average prices for this route around 777,41 kr. We suggest exploring methods like split tickets to ensure you get the most affordable fares.
  • fre, 20 juni
    From 632,43 kr
  • lör, 21 juni
    From 751,47 kr
  • sön, 22 juni
    From 682,12 kr
  • mån, 23 juni
    From 530,56 kr
  • tis, 24 juni
    From 530,82 kr
  • ons, 25 juni
    From 520,28 kr
  • tors, 26 juni
    From 635,81 kr
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06:22
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
08:59
Barcelona-Sants
2h 37m, Directiryo
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06:27
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:25
Barcelona-Sants
2h 58m, Directrenfe
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06:30
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:21
Barcelona-Sants
2h 51m, Directrenfe
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06:40
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:10
Barcelona-Sants
2h 30m, Directiryo
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06:57
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:34
Barcelona-Sants
2h 37m, Directrenfe
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07:00
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:30
Paris
2h 30m, Directrenfe
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Madrid to Barcelona Train Route Details

For the route from Madrid to Barcelona, train tickets usually start at 520,28 kr. The trip takes about 2h 30m on average, covering around 502 km. OUIGO, renfe, iryo typically runs 91 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
06:22
Last train
Last train
21:10
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 30m
Distance
Distance
502 km
Price
Price
From 520,28 kr
Train operators
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 Children Fare

Renfe offers 40% off ticket fares for children under 14. Children are able to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and to make changes or refunds based on the ticket type chosen, although this may incur a fee. Children under four years old travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat and must sit on the lap of an adult passenger. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, the age limit for free travel without a seat is under six years old.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe provides discounts for large families in Spain, offering 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE (high-speed) and Larga Distancia (long-distance) trains. However, these discounts do not apply to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. For single-parent families, discounts are valid only on Rodalies trains in Catalonia when using the relevant certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers travel discounts of 8% for groups of four to nine people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can also receive up to a 50% discount. For groups of more than 25 people, you can submit a quote to see if it will be accepted. Please 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, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: during weekdays, you can get a 25% discount, while on weekends, you can receive a 40% discount. Note that all services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets. The same applies to whether changes and refunds are allowed.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25 with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. The card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. With this scheme, you can enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE International trains, or a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Barcelona

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

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

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

Madrid to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

Select from four fare types for your trip from Madrid to Barcelona, arranged in order of price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type has different conditions for refunds and changes.

Madrid to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the least expensive fare available on AVE trains, and it comes with no refund or change options.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit more expensive compared to the Básico fare. This ticket option includes the ability to get 70% refund of the original ticket price and make one free change, along with several extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is a bit pricier than Elige Estándar. The primary distinction is the wider seats, and it also offers the option for refunds and changes.

Prémium

As the most expensive fare, Prémium includes unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • 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.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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