The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Barcelona Sants
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€83
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
502 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid 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 to Barcelona Sants will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Of the 42 trains that leave Madrid for Barcelona Sants on Wed, May 13, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 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, May 13 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.
064716:22 AM3h23Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes9:45 AMBarcelona Sants€451One-way0 transfers
060717:22 AM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes10:24 AMBarcelona Sants€481One-way0 transfers
065019:31 AM3h27Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes12:58 PMBarcelona Sants€491One-way0 transfers
065411:42 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes4:44 PMBarcelona Sants€491One-way0 transfers
060212:42 PM3h24Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes6:06 PMBarcelona Sants€511One-way0 transfers
031613:57 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes6:59 PMBarcelona Sants€1121One-way0 transfers
031714:57 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes7:59 PMBarcelona Sants€1401One-way0 transfers
031411:57 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes4:59 PMBarcelona Sants€981One-way0 transfers
060717:22 AM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes10:24 AMBarcelona Sants€481One-way0 transfers
061614:37 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes7:39 PMBarcelona Sants€911One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Barcelona Sants
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Barcelona Sants among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €28.
Distance: 502 km
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€42 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €126 Average price |
4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 33m Average total duration 7h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Madrid to Barcelona Sants train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Barcelona Sants trains for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06541 | Delayed 1:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 2:44 PM 2:44 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03141 | Delayed 1:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 2:59 PM 2:59 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03143 | Delayed 2:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h22 | 3:49 PM 3:49 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06021 | On time 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h24 | 6:06 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03151 | On time 2:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 5:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06151 | Delayed 3:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 4:54 PM 4:54 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03161 | On time 3:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 6:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06571 | Delayed 4:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 5:24 PM 5:24 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03163 | On time 4:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 7:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06161 | Delayed 4:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 5:39 PM 5:39 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03171 | On time 4:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 7:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06171 | Delayed 5:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h20 | 6:42 PM 6:42 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03173 | Delayed 5:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h44 | 7:11 PM 7:11 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03181 | Delayed 5:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 6:59 PM 6:59 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03183 | Delayed 6:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h22 | 7:49 PM 7:49 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06181 | On time 6:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h03 | 9:35 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03191 | On time 6:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 9:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06013 | On time 7:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 10:46 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03309 | 7:34 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h46 | 11:20 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06415 | Delayed 8:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h18 | 9:28 PM 9:28 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03201 | 8:30 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 11:47 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 13 | |||||
06261 | 6:09 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h16 | 9:25 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03301 | 6:16 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h14 | 9:30 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06471 | 6:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 9:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03063 | 6:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 9:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03071 | 6:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 9:59 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06071 | 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 10:24 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03073 | 7:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h44 | 11:11 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03081 | 7:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 10:59 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06081 | 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:24 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03083 | 8:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 11:44 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06281 | 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:52 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03091 | 8:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h09 | 12:06 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03093 | 9:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h37 | 1:04 PM 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 | 3h17 | 1:14 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 | 3h42 | 4:09 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
09725 | 12:50 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h29 | 4:19 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Barcelona Sants
Trains from Madrid to Barcelona Sants run on average 36 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 36 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 19:56. The fastest train covers the 502 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 502 km |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 36 |
Direct trains 36 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 4:22 AM |
Last train 7:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: iryo, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo from Madrid to Barcelona Sants trainsiryo, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo trains will get you between Madrid and Barcelona Sants from €16. 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 Barcelona Sants
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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 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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