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Find the best prices from Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha

Planning a trip from Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha? Trip.com offers Trenitalia and Italo tickets starting from just AED 140.47, with the average price for this route around AED 209.24! Find the best deals for the next 7 days in the table below, starting today.

Cheapest train of the day
AED 140.47
09:5513:19
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AED 140.47
Wed24Dec
Cheapest train of the day
AED 157.81
13:5016:27
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AED 157.81
Thu25Dec
Cheapest train of the day
AED 213.29
06:3509:27
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AED 213.29
Fri26Dec
Cheapest train of the day
AED 197.05
20:4023:43
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AED 197.05
Sat27Dec
Cheapest train of the day
AED 191.23
17:3520:12
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AED 191.23
Sun28Dec
Cheapest train of the day
AED 189.15
14:2517:01
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AED 189.15
Mon29Dec
Cheapest train of the day
AED 222.63
06:3509:27
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AED 222.63
Tue30Dec
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Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha train timetable

Planning a journey from Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets for as low as AED 140.47, with average prices for this route around AED 209.24. We suggest exploring methods like split tickets to ensure you get the most affordable fares.
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09:00
2h 52m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
11:52
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
RENFE
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09:50
2h 52m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
12:42
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
iryo
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09:55
3h 24m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
13:19
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
RENFE
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10:40
2h 52m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
13:32
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
OUIGO_ESP
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10:45
2h 37m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
13:22
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
iryo
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11:00
2h 52m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
13:52
Paris
RENFE
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Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha Train Route Details

The Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha train ticket is typically from AED 140.47. The average travel time is 2h 37m, covering a distance of approximately 506 km. There are usually 36 daily trains provided by OUIGO_ESP, RENFE, iryo. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
05:45
Last train
Last train
19:40
Departure station
Departure station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 37m
Distance
Distance
506 km
Price
Price
From AED 140.47
Train Operators
Train Operators
OUIGO_ESP, RENFE, iryo

Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.

Spanish train offers

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe supports large families in Spain with discounted fares, offering 20% for general and 50% for special category families on AVE and Larga Distancia trains. However, these discounts are not valid on AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. Additionally, single-parent families can enjoy discounts on Rodalies services in Catalonia by presenting a certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe grants a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children can select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or get refunds according to the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe offers discounts for disabled individuals, providing up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Note that the discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to your ticket depend on the type of ticket and may involve a fee.

Advance booking

You can enjoy discounts of up to 70% by booking in advance. Popular routes allow bookings up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the sooner you book, the cheaper it will be. Trip.com has marked the lowest prices for you, easing your travel arrangements.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the policies for changes and refunds.

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha

Renfe trains, particularly the AVE models, provide four service categories based on fare options. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking enhanced comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders also benefit from the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

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  • Buy a Return ticket

    Buy a Return ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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