The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants
Cheapest price
€54
Average price
€98
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants will cost around €98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
Of the 41 trains that leave Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes for Barcelona Sants on Fri, Dec 05, 41 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 502 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €62.
Distance: 502 km
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€75 Average price Cheapest | €231 Average price | €81 Average price |
3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
03131 | On time 11:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 2:34 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
09725 | On time 12:18 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h04 | 3:22 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03141 | On time 12:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 3:34 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06141 | On time 1:02 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 3:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06541 | On time 1:12 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 3:49 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03143 | On time 1:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h57 | 4:24 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06021 | On time 1:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h59 | 4:41 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03151 | On time 1:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 4:34 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03305 | On time 2:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h19 | 5:46 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06151 | On time 2:38 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h47 | 5:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03161 | On time 2:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 5:34 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03163 | On time 3:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 6:19 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06161 | On time 3:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 6:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03171 | On time 3:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 6:34 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06571 | On time 4:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 6:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06171 | On time 4:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 7:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03173 | On time 4:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h19 | 7:46 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
02553 | On time 4:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 7:34 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03183 | On time 5:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h57 | 8:24 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06181 | On time 5:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 8:09 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03191 | On time 5:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 8:34 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06013 | On time 6:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 9:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03309 | On time 6:34 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h21 | 9:55 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03201 | On time 7:05 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 9:42 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06201 | On time 7:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 10:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03203 | On time 7:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h21 | 10:48 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06611 | On time 8:02 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 10:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
02883 | On time 8:07 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 10:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 5 | |||||
06261 | On time 5:08 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 8:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03301 | 5:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h58 | 8:25 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03071 | On time 5:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 8:34 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06471 | 6:02 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 8:54 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06271 | On time 6:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 8:59 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03073 | On time 6:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h19 | 9:46 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03081 | On time 6:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 9:34 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06281 | On time 7:32 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 10:09 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03091 | On time 7:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h44 | 10:41 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06011 | On time 8:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 11:49 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06501 | 9:02 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 12:04 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03303 | On time 9:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 12:19 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06111 | On time 10:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 1:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03113 | 10:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h19 | 1:46 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06121 | On time 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 2:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
02591 | On time 11:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 2:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants
Trains from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €28 by bus.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 19:22. The fastest train covers the 502 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 502 km |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 04:08 |
Last train 19:22 |
Train companies: Ouigo, iryo, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants trainsOuigo, iryo, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and Barcelona Sants from €28. 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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes 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-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- 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
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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