The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Cheapest price on Oct 07
€33
Average ticket price on Oct 07
€70
Fastest journey on Oct 07
3 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Oct 07
3 h 2 m
Trains on Oct 07
43
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
On Wed, Oct 07, we found 43 trains from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, including 43 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 07 the direct trains cover the 502 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
On Wed, Oct 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 2 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
065401:50 PM3h02Barcelona Sants4:52 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€331One-way0 transfers
066108:20 PM3h28Barcelona Sants11:48 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€331One-way0 transfers
062007:40 PM3h02Barcelona Sants10:42 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€331One-way0 transfers
065705:40 PM3h02Barcelona Sants8:42 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€351One-way0 transfers
064107:35 AM3h30Barcelona Sants11:05 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€351One-way0 transfers
031301:27 PM3h02Barcelona Sants4:29 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€591One-way0 transfers
030707:00 AM3h02Barcelona Sants10:02 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1181One-way0 transfers
031806:25 PM3h02Barcelona Sants9:27 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€701One-way0 transfers
031604:25 PM3h02Barcelona Sants7:27 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€731One-way0 transfers
031907:25 PM3h02Barcelona Sants10:27 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€371One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Trains from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes run on average 39 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 39 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 18:28. The fastest train covers the 502 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 502 km |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 39 |
Direct trains 39 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 6:28 PM |
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Best time to book 84 days |
Live departures
Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes trains for today, Tuesday, October 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
03182 | On time 6:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 9:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03180 | On time 6:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 9:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03192 | Delayed 4:42 PM 6:40 PMBarcelona Sants | 3h37 | 8:19 PM 8:19 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06190 | 6:53 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03190 | On time 7:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 10:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06200 | 7:40 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 10:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03310 | 8:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 11:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06610 | 8:20 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h28 | 11:48 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, October 7 | |||||
06060 | 5:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 9:02 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03062 | 5:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h50 | 9:40 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03060 | 6:20 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 9:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03302 | 6:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 9:52 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03070 | 7:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 10:02 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06070 | 7:05 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 10:07 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06410 | 7:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h30 | 11:05 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06080 | 7:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h25 | 11:15 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03082 | 8:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 11:44 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03080 | 8:25 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 11:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03092 | 9:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 12:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06012 | 9:12 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h28 | 12:40 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03304 | 9:55 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h49 | 1:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06500 | 10:40 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 1:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06110 | 10:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h04 | 1:49 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03112 | 11:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 2:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06020 | 11:18 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h24 | 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03122 | 12:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 3:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06320 | 12:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 3:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
09730 | 12:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h28 | 4:18 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06130 | 1:06 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 4:23 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06014 | 1:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h24 | 4:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03130 | 1:27 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 4:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06540 | 1:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 4:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03308 | 2:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 5:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06150 | 2:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 5:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03152 | 3:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 6:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03150 | 3:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 6:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06360 | 3:52 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h24 | 7:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03162 | 4:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 7:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03160 | 4:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 7:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03172 | 4:58 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h18 | 8:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06180 | 5:20 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 8:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
03170 | 5:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 8:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
06570 | 5:40 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 8:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Most Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes trains use the Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona Sants and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
Getting to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from Madrid city centre
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train station facilities and services
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
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