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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€33
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€87
Fastest journey on Sep 18
3 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
3 h 2 m
Trains on Sep 18
35
Distance
490 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants will cost around €87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 35 trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants, including 35 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 490 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 Fri, Sep 18 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.
062616:09 AM3h26Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes9:35 AMBarcelona Sants€331One-way0 transfers
064716:22 AM3h23Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes9:45 AMBarcelona Sants€331One-way0 transfers
033016:27 AM3h23Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes9:50 AMBarcelona Sants€371One-way0 transfers- 060818:22 AM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:24 AMBarcelona Sants€421One-way0 transfers
- 062818:50 AM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:52 AMBarcelona Sants€431One-way0 transfers
- 031714:57 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes7:59 PMBarcelona Sants€1661One-way0 transfers
- 060818:22 AM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:24 AMBarcelona Sants€421One-way0 transfers
- 030817:57 AM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes10:59 AMBarcelona Sants€441One-way0 transfers
- 061614:37 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes7:39 PMBarcelona Sants€1161One-way0 transfers
- 031411:57 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes4:59 PMBarcelona Sants€1181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €40, while a flight costs an average of €79.
Distance: 490 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€40 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price | €79 Average price | €100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
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This is compared to other travel options from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants:
A train is €4 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants costing on average €44.
A train is €39 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants costing on average €79.
Other travel options to Barcelona Sants take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 51m.
Bus takes on average 7h 3m.
Live departures
Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06071 | 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 10:24 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06081 | 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:24 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06281 | 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:52 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06501 | 9:31 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h27 | 12:58 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06011 | 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h24 | 1:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06111 | 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 2:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06121 | 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 3:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06541 | 1:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 4:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06151 | 3:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 6:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06571 | 4:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 7:24 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06161 | 4:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 7:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06015 | 7:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h21 | 10:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06415 | 8:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h18 | 11:28 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06201 | 8:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 11:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| 06261 | 6:09 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h26 | 9:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06471 | 6:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 9:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03301 | 6:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 9:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants
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Trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants run on average 31 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 19:02. The fastest train covers the 490 km distance in 2h 52m.
Distance 490 km |
Average train duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 2h 52m |
First train 4:09 AM |
Last train 7:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: AVE, SNCF OUIGO, iryo from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants trainsAVE, SNCF OUIGO, iryo trains will get you between Madrid Barajas Airport and Barcelona Sants from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants 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 Barcelona Sants, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants
Most Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona Sants trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid Barajas Airport and Barcelona Sants 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.
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