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AVE
About
Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe’s high-speed trains. AVE connects major cities across Spain at speeds of up to 310 km/h (193 mph), offering a fast and smooth travel experience. Ticket options include Promo, Promo+, and Flexible fares to suit different budgets, along with discount cards such as the Gold Card and +Renfe Youth 50 Card for eligible travelers. AVE trains feature modern amenities including comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard catering, making them a convenient and enjoyable way to travel across Spain.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. At-seat service in Preferente (First) Class
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets under 10kg in carriers allowed free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone
Popular routes
AVE train tickets
Select the route
Showing the fastest and cheapest results for Mar 21
AVE
12:00PM3h44
Barcelona Sants03:44PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
€361One-way
0 transfers
AVE
06:35AM3h17
Barcelona Sants09:52AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
€361One-way
0 transfers
AVE
03:00PM3h17
Barcelona Sants06:17PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
€361One-way
0 transfers
AVE
08:00AM3h44
Barcelona Sants11:44AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
€601One-way
0 transfers
AVE
11:00AM3h17
Barcelona Sants02:17PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
€481One-way
0 transfers
Popular AVE routes
Madrid to Seville train
from €14
Direct trains available
2h39 average duration
23trains per day
Served by
- Renfe Intercity
- Renfe (13)
- Ouigo
- iryo
- Renfe AVLO
- Renfe ALVIA
- AVE
Madrid to Valencia train
from €7
Direct trains available
1h54 average duration
24trains per day
Served by
- Renfe Intercity
- AVE
- Ouigo
- iryo
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe AVLO
- Renfe
Madrid to Alicante train
from €9
Direct trains available
2h22 average duration
16trains per day
Served by
- Renfe ALVIA
- iryo
- AVE
- Renfe AVLO
- Ouigo
Madrid to Barcelona train
from €24
Direct trains available
2h37 average duration
37trains per day
Served by
- AVE
- Renfe
- Ouigo
- iryo
- Renfe AVLO
Madrid to Málaga train
from €9
Direct trains available
2h42 average duration
18trains per day
Served by
- Renfe (13)
- Renfe ALVIA
- iryo
- Renfe AVLO
- Ouigo
- Renfe Intercity
- AVE
Valencia to Madrid train
from €7
Direct trains available
1h55 average duration
24trains per day
Served by
- Renfe AVLO
- iryo
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe Intercity
- Ouigo
- Renfe
- AVE
Seville to Madrid train
from €15
Direct trains available
2h36 average duration
22trains per day
Served by
- Renfe Intercity
- Ouigo
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe (13)
- iryo
- Renfe AVLO
- AVE
Madrid to Granada train
from €27
Direct trains available
3h14 average duration
4trains per day
Served by
- iryo
- Renfe AVLO
- Renfe Avant
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe Intercity
- AVE
Barcelona to Madrid train
from €22
Direct trains available
2h36 average duration
37trains per day
Served by
- Ouigo
- Renfe
- Renfe AVLO
- iryo
- AVE
Málaga to Madrid train
from €14
Direct trains available
2h43 average duration
18trains per day
Served by
- Ouigo
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe AVLO
- Renfe Intercity
- AVE
- iryo
- Renfe (13)
AVE FAQs
Everything you need to know to travel with AVE: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more
AVE, operated by Renfe, offers high-speed train services connecting major cities in Spain such as Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Valencia, and Málaga.
AVE trains are equipped to accommodate passengers with reduced mobility, offering wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services.
Cancellation of your AVE train ticket is subject to refund conditions that depend on the ticket type.
With AVE, there is no formal check-in process; passengers can simply board the train with a valid ticket.
AVE offers compensation if you miss your connection due to a delay.
Refunds with AVE generally take 2-3 weeks for processing, with flexible tickets allowing for a full refund up to 5 minutes before departure, and basic tickets offering a 70% refund if canceled up to 48 hours before departure.
For AVE, compensation requests require processing time, typically taking 2-3 weeks. Flexible tickets offer a full refund up to 5 minutes before departure, while Basic tickets provide a 70% refund if requested up to 48 hours before departure.
If your AVE train is delayed, you may be eligible for compensation for connection delays.
For train delays with AVE exceeding 120 minutes, the compensation is 50% of the ticket price.
If an AVE train is delayed between 60 and 119 minutes, compensation is 25% of the ticket price.
AVE, operated by Renfe, typically departs from major train stations in Spain, such as Madrid's Puerta de Atocha and Barcelona Sants, connecting key cities with high-speed rail services.
It is recommended to arrive 15-30 minutes in advance at the train station when traveling with AVE to allow sufficient time for security checks and boarding procedures.
It is recommended to arrive 15-30 minutes in advance at the train station when traveling with AVE to allow sufficient time for security checks and boarding procedures.
On AVE trains, passengers can bring 1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage free of charge. Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, at the end of carriages, or in designated areas between seats.
When traveling with AVE, a passport is typically required if you are crossing international borders, while a valid government-issued ID may suffice for domestic journeys within Spain.
Small pets under 10kg can be taken onboard AVE trains free of charge if they are in carriers. Larger dogs require a paid ticket and must wear a muzzle, while guide dogs are allowed free of charge.
If your train is canceled, AVE provides a full refund.
AVE offers refundable train tickets for certain fare types, such as the Flexible fare, which allows refunds and changes.
AVE trains offer USB plugs to passengers for charging their devices during the journey.
Subway tickets cannot be purchased on board AVE trains.
AVE does not offer compensation for delays caused by weather or strikes.
AVE trains offer onboard WiFi for their passengers.
AVE offers quiet zones for travelers seeking a peaceful journey, but there is no specific information about the availability of family compartments.
AVE destinations
Not sure where to begin your AVE adventure? Check out these popular AVE destinations for travel details and nearby attractions:
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