Madrid to Barcelona Train Tickets from 209 kr

Madrid to Barcelona Train Tickets from 209 kr

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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Madrid to Barcelona, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

Cheapest train of the day
332 kr
06:1208:49
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332 kr
ons9apr.
Cheapest train of the day
561 kr
06:1208:49
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561 kr
tors10apr.
Cheapest train of the day
626 kr
06:5709:34
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626 kr
fre11apr.
Cheapest train of the day
626 kr
08:5711:41
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626 kr
lör12apr.
Cheapest train of the day
561 kr
06:2709:25
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561 kr
sön13apr.
Cheapest train of the day
400 kr
17:1719:54
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400 kr
mån14apr.
Cheapest train of the day
400 kr
06:2709:25
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400 kr
tis15apr.
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Madrid to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Madrid to Barcelona? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from 209 kr, with the typical price for this route being about 298 kr. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • ons, 9 apr.
    From 332 kr
  • tors, 10 apr.
    From 561 kr
  • fre, 11 apr.
    From 626 kr
  • lör, 12 apr.
    From 626 kr
  • sön, 13 apr.
    From 561 kr
  • mån, 14 apr.
    From 400 kr
  • tis, 15 apr.
    From 400 kr
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06:12
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
08:49
Barcelona-Sants
2h 37m, Directrenfe
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06:15
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
08:45
Barcelona-Sants
2h 30m, Directrenfe
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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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06:40
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:10
Barcelona-Sants
2h 30m, Directiryo
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06:57
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:34
Paris
2h 37m, Directrenfe
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Madrid to Barcelona Train Route Details

For the route from Madrid to Barcelona, train tickets usually start at 209 kr. The trip takes about 2h 30m on average, covering around 502 km. OUIGO, renfe, iryo typically runs 93 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
06:12
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 209 kr
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.
Spanish train offers

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.

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 Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Barcelona

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. Seating options are divided into 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 travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are for passengers seeking higher 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

Choose from four fare types to travel from Madrid to Barcelona, listed by price from lowest to highest: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type offers different levels of refund and change services.

Madrid to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

Básico

For the most budget-friendly option on AVE trains, choose Básico, though it does not permit refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

On AVE trains, the Elige Estándar fare costs slightly more than the Básico fare. This ticket type allows for 70% refunds, one free ticket change and includes many extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort, which is marginally more expensive than Elige Estándar, features wider seats and allows for refunds and changes.

Prémium

The Prémium fare is the most costly, offering the benefit of 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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    Use Trip.com Discounts

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