Renfe-SNCF: Tickets, Timetables and Facilities

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Provider information and services

Renfe

About
Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and up to three suitcases free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (cafeteria) available on most long-distance trains serving hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. First class passengers receive at-seat service
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation. Included in some ticket types, additional fee for others. Recommended during peak travel times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Popular routes

Renfe-SNCF train tickets

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Showing the fastest and cheapest results for Feb 24

AVE
08:27AM3h17
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
11:44AMBarcelona Sants
361One-way
0 transfers
AVE
10:27AM3h17
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
01:44PMBarcelona Sants
361One-way
0 transfers
AVE
07:27AM3h44
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
11:11AMBarcelona Sants
361One-way
0 transfers
AVE
08:57AM3h09
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
12:06PMBarcelona Sants
421One-way
0 transfers
AVE
11:27AM3h44
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
03:11PMBarcelona Sants
361One-way
0 transfers

Popular Renfe-SNCF routes

Madrid to Seville train

from 8
Direct trains available
2h39 average duration
24trains per day
Served by
  • iryo
  • Socibus
  • Renfe Intercity
  • Ouigo
  • Renfe ALVIA
  • Renfe (13)
  • BlaBlaCar
  • AVE
  • Renfe AVLO

Valencia to Barcelona train

from 29
Direct trains available
3h22 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
  • Renfe Intercity
  • Ouigo
  • Renfe
  • Renfe EUROMED
  • BlaBlaCar
  • Renfe ALVIA
  • iryo

Madrid to Valencia train

from 7
Direct trains available
1h54 average duration
24trains per day
Served by
  • Renfe Intercity
  • Renfe
  • AVE
  • Ouigo
  • Renfe ALVIA
  • Avanza
  • iryo
  • BlaBlaCar
  • Renfe AVLO

Madrid to Barcelona train

from 21
Direct trains available
2h37 average duration
37trains per day
Served by
  • BlaBlaCar
  • AVE
  • Renfe
  • Ouigo
  • iryo
  • Renfe AVLO
  • Royal Air Maroc

Valencia to Madrid train

from 7
Direct trains available
1h55 average duration
24trains per day
Served by
  • AVE
  • iryo
  • Renfe Intercity
  • Renfe ALVIA
  • Ouigo
  • Renfe
  • Renfe AVLO
  • Avanza
  • BlaBlaCar

Barcelona to Valencia train

from 29
Direct trains available
2h47 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
  • iryo
  • Renfe ALVIA
  • BlaBlaCar
  • Renfe Intercity
  • Ouigo
  • Renfe EUROMED
  • Renfe

Seville to Madrid train

from 8
Direct trains available
2h36 average duration
23trains per day
Served by
  • Ouigo
  • Renfe Intercity
  • Socibus
  • Renfe ALVIA
  • iryo
  • Renfe (13)
  • BlaBlaCar
  • AVE
  • Renfe AVLO

Barcelona to Madrid train

from 7
Direct trains available
2h36 average duration
37trains per day
Served by
  • Ouigo
  • Renfe
  • iryo
  • Renfe AVLO
  • AVE
  • BlaBlaCar

Madrid to Toledo train

from 12
Direct trains available
0h34 average duration
11trains per day
Served by
  • Renfe Avant
  • Renfe

Toledo to Madrid train

from 11
Direct trains available
0h34 average duration
9trains per day
Served by
  • Renfe Avant
  • BlaBlaCar
  • Renfe

Renfe-SNCF FAQs

Everything you need to know to travel with Renfe-SNCF: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more

FAQs
Renfe-SNCF operates high-speed trains connecting major cities in Spain, such as Barcelona and Madrid, with cities in France like Paris and Marseille.
Renfe-SNCF trains operate from major stations in Spain and France, including {station_name} in Barcelona and {station_name} in Paris.
For the best prices on Renfe-SNCF tickets, it is generally advisable to purchase your tickets several months in advance when they first become available; check https://www.omio.com for the latest availability and pricing information.
For the best prices on Renfe-SNCF tickets, it is generally advisable to purchase your tickets several months in advance when they first become available; check https://www.omio.com for the latest availability and pricing information.
When traveling with Renfe-SNCF, you should bring your passport, especially if crossing international borders, since it serves as a valid form of identification.
Refundable train tickets with Renfe-SNCF typically include Flexible tickets, which allow for changes and refunds, subject to specific fare conditions and fees.

Renfe-SNCF destinations

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