4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
504 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Barcelona will cost around €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 42 trains that leave Madrid for Barcelona on Tue, Jul 14, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jul 14 the direct trains cover the 504 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 Tue, Jul 14 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€361One-way0 transfers- 062818:50 AM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:52 AMBarcelona Sants€361One-way0 transfers
- 060717:22 AM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes10:24 AMBarcelona Sants€361One-way0 transfers
- 060212:42 PM3h31Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes6:13 PMBarcelona Sants€361One-way0 transfers
- 060818:22 AM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:24 AMBarcelona Sants€361One-way0 transfers
030716:57 AM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes9:59 AMBarcelona Sants€731One-way0 transfers- 031411:57 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes4:59 PMBarcelona Sants€371One-way0 transfers
- 031512:57 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes5:59 PMBarcelona Sants€591One-way0 transfers
- 031714:57 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes7:59 PMBarcelona Sants€731One-way0 transfers
- 031613:57 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes6:59 PMBarcelona Sants€881One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. 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 €27, and a flight costs an average of €53.
Distance: 504 km
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€56 Average price Cheapest | €66 Average price | €185 Average price |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Madrid to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Barcelona trains for today, Monday, July 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03181 | Delayed 5:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 6:59 PM 6:59 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06181 | Delayed 6:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h12 | 7:44 PM 7:44 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03191 | On time 6:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 9:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06015 | Delayed 7:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h21 | 9:00 PM 9:00 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03309 | On time 7:34 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h46 | 11:20 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03201 | On time 8:30 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 11:47 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, July 14 | |||||
| 06261 | Delayed 6:09 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h26 | 7:35 AM 7:35 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03301 | Delayed 6:16 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h08 | 7:24 AM 7:24 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
 06471 | Delayed 6:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 7:45 AM 7:45 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03063 | Delayed 6:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 7:50 AM 7:50 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03071 | On time 6:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 9:59 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06071 | Delayed 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 8:24 AM 8:24 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03073 | Delayed 7:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h44 | 9:11 AM 9:11 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03081 | On time 7:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 10:59 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06081 | On time 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:24 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03083 | Delayed 8:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 9:44 AM 9:44 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06281 | On time 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:52 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03091 | Delayed 8:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h09 | 10:06 AM 10:06 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03093 | On time 9:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h37 | 1:04 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06501 | Delayed 9:31 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h27 | 10:58 AM 10:58 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06011 | 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h24 | 1:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03303 | 10:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 1:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06111 | 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 2:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03113 | 11:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h44 | 3:11 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06121 | 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 3:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03123 | 12:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h48 | 4:15 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 09725 | 12:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h29 | 4:19 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06541 | 1:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 4:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03141 | 1:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 4:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03143 | 2:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h22 | 5:49 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06021 | 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h31 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03151 | 2:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 5:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03305 | 3:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h47 | 7:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03161 | 3:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 6:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06571 | 4:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 7:24 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03163 | 4:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 7:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06161 | 4:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 7:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03171 | 4:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 7:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Madrid to Barcelona
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Trains from Madrid to Barcelona run on average 37 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.
There are 37 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 21:15. The fastest train covers the 504 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 504 km |
Average train duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 37 |
Direct trains 37 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 9:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
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Trains from Madrid to Barcelona
RENFE Spain operate AVE high-speed trains from Madrid to Barcelona seven days a week. This direct route takes around 2.5 hours. The first departure is just before 6:00 a.m., with trains then leaving roughly half-hourly until 8:00 p.m.
Return journeys for trains from Madrid to Barcelona are also available.
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Trains from Madrid to Barcelona: Departing
Madrid Puerta de Atocha Station is centrally located within easy walking distance of the historic Madrid centre and its major art galleries. This attractive old station, with its soaring façade, contains a tropical garden and a pond full of terrapins. Madrid has one of the best public transport systems in the world and the second largest Underground network after London, so getting around the city by Metro, bus or Cercania train is easy. Puerta de Atocha is on Line 1 of the Metro and well served by local buses and taxis. Night buses, known as Búhos (owls), run every twenty minutes.
Trains from Madrid to Barcelona: Arriving
Trains from Madrid to Barcelona arrive at Barcelona Sants Station, which is to the South-West of the city and a ten-minute Metro ride on Lines 5 or 3 into the historic centre. Barcelona has an efficient and well-integrated transport system, with tickets that cover trains, buses and Metros. There is a night bus service and taxi ranks are located outside Sants Station.
Barcelona with its distinct barrios is full of history, architecture and culture, as well as having a lively night-life. The stunning architecture of Gaudí can be seen around the town, while The Rambla, a famous thoroughfare, is the place to meet and enjoy a drink with friends, or simply to sit and watch the world go by.
FAQs: Trains from Madrid to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Barcelona 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid to Barcelona
Most Madrid to Barcelona trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Madrid and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Madrid station do trains to Barcelona leave from?
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.
Which Barcelona station do trains from Madrid arrive at?
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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