The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Badalona
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
2 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
513 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Badalona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Badalona will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
Of the 5 trains that leave Madrid for Badalona on Tue, Mar 03, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 03 the direct trains cover the 513 km distance in an average of 2 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 51 m .
On Tue, Mar 03 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid to Badalona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Badalona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. 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 bus costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 513 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€41 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €73 Average price |
3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Badalona train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Badalona trains for today, Monday, March 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06151 | On time 2:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 5:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06571 | On time 3:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 6:24 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06161 | On time 3:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 6:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06171 | On time 4:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h20 | 7:42 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06181 | On time 5:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h03 | 8:35 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06013 | On time 6:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 9:46 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06415 | On time 7:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h18 | 10:28 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, March 3 | |||||
![]() | 5:09 AM Madrid | 2h51 | 8:00 AM Badalona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:02 AM Madrid | 2h52 | 8:54 AM Badalona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:31 AM Madrid | 3h28 | 11:59 AM Badalona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Badalona
Trains from Madrid to Badalona run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:02. The fastest train covers the 513 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 513 km |
Average train duration 2h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 21:02 |
Train companies: iryo, Ouigo, AVE, Renfe Viajeros from Madrid to Badalona trainsiryo, Ouigo, AVE, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Madrid and Badalona from €9. 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 to Badalona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Badalona 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 Badalona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid to Badalona
- 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
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