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

Arranging travel from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from S$ 47.92, with the typical price for this route being about S$ 203.48. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.

Cheapest train of the day
S$ 155.38
16:2719:50
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S$ 155.38
Sun12Jul
Cheapest train of the day
S$ 70.58
18:5721:59
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S$ 70.58
Mon13Jul
Cheapest train of the day
S$ 53.44
06:2209:45
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S$ 53.44
Tue14Jul
Cheapest train of the day
S$ 53.35
06:2209:45
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S$ 53.35
Wed15Jul
Cheapest train of the day
S$ 50.77
06:2209:45
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S$ 50.77
Thu16Jul
Cheapest train of the day
S$ 64.61
20:1023:28
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S$ 64.61
Fri17Jul
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Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona train timetable

The route from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona (506 km) is served by 29 trains per day. The average journey time is 3h 17m, but the fastest train takes just 3h 2m. The first train departs at 07:27 and the last one arrives at 20:30. Check the timetable below and book your ticket.
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07:27
3h 44m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
11:11
Barcelona-Sants
Renfe
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08:22
3h 2m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
11:24
Barcelona-Sants
iryo
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08:27
3h 32m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
11:59
Barcelona-Sants
Renfe
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08:50
3h 2m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
11:52
Barcelona-Sants
iryo
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09:31
3h 27m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
12:58
Barcelona-Sants
OUIGO Spain
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11:22
3h 17m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
14:39
Paris
iryo
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Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona Train Route Details

Train tickets from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona generally start at S$ 47.92. The journey typically takes around 3h 2m and covers a distance of approximately 506 km. OUIGO Spain, iryo, Renfe usually operates 29 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult our train route table.

First train
First train
07:27
Last train
Last train
20:30
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 2m
Distance
Distance
506 km
Price
Price
S$ 47.92
Train Operators
Train Operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.

Spanish train offers

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25 with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. The card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. With this scheme, you can enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE International trains, or a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

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: during weekdays, you can get a 25% discount, while on weekends, you can receive a 40% discount. Note that all services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets. The same applies to whether changes and refunds are allowed.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers 40% off ticket fares for children under 14. Children are able to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and to make changes or refunds based on the ticket type chosen, although this may incur a fee. Children under four years old travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat and must sit on the lap of an adult passenger. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, the age limit for free travel without a seat is under six years old.

Advance booking

Save up to 70% on Renfe AVE Básico tickets by booking 3 months ahead. Trip.com shows detailed fare lists. By planning your travel in advance, you can take advantage of these significant discounts and enjoy a more budget-friendly journey.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe provides discounts for large families in Spain, offering 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE (high-speed) and Larga Distancia (long-distance) trains. However, these discounts do not apply to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. For single-parent families, discounts are valid only on Rodalies trains in Catalonia when using the relevant certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona

Renfe's AVE trains offer four service types based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers during their journey. Seating options include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

Each AVE train comes with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and baggage allowance of up to three bags. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or budget-conscious passengers, providing a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are designed for those who seek higher comfort, featuring wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona, sorted by price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different ticket prices may come with varying refund and change services.

Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the cheapest fare on AVE trains. It is not refundable or changeable.

Elige Estándar

Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is slightly more expensive than the Básico fare. This ticket option opens the possibility of refunds (70% of original ticket price) and one change free of charge along with many additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is slightly more expensive than Elige Estándar. The main difference is that the seats are XL Confort, which are wider and offer more leg room.

Prémium

Prémium is the most expensive fare, offering unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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