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Explore cheap prices from Barcelona to Madrid

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Barcelona to Madrid, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

Cheapest train of the day
542,77 kr.
21:0523:58
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542,77 kr.
ons.28.maj
Cheapest train of the day
453,46 kr.
13:2516:02
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453,46 kr.
tor.29.maj
Cheapest train of the day
542,77 kr.
21:0523:58
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542,77 kr.
fre.30.maj
Cheapest train of the day
274,14 kr.
20:4023:42
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274,14 kr.
lør.31.maj
Cheapest train of the day
274,14 kr.
06:3509:27
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274,14 kr.
søn.1.jun.
Cheapest train of the day
227,18 kr.
20:4023:42
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227,18 kr.
man.2.jun.
Cheapest train of the day
250,57 kr.
20:4023:42
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250,57 kr.
tir.3.jun.
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Barcelona to Madrid Train Prices and Times

Considering a journey from Barcelona to Madrid? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets beginning at 227,18 kr., with the average cost for this route around 437,5 kr.. We advise exploring split ticketing methods to get the best possible fares.
  • ons., 28. maj
    From 542,77 kr.
  • tor., 29. maj
    From 453,46 kr.
  • fre., 30. maj
    From 542,77 kr.
  • lør., 31. maj
    From 274,14 kr.
  • søn., 1. jun.
    From 274,14 kr.
  • man., 2. jun.
    From 227,18 kr.
  • tir., 3. jun.
    From 250,57 kr.
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05:40
Barcelona-Sants
08:25
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2t 45m, Directrenfe
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05:40
Barcelona-Sants
08:32
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2t 52m, Directrenfe
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05:45
Barcelona-Sants
08:30
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2t 45m, Directiryo
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05:45
Barcelona-Sants
08:37
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2t 52m, Directiryo
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05:50
Barcelona-Sants
09:10
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
3t 20m, Directrenfe
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05:50
Barcelona-Sants
09:15
Paris
3t 25m, Directrenfe
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Barcelona to Madrid Train Route Details

For the route from Barcelona to Madrid, train tickets usually start at 227,18 kr.. The trip takes about 2t 30m on average, covering around 502 km. OUIGO, renfe, iryo typically runs 93 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.
First train
First train
05:40
Last train
Last train
21:05
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2t 30m
Distance
Distance
502 km
Price
Price
From 227,18 kr.
Train operators
Train operators

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 Group Fare

Renfe offers travel discounts of 8% for groups of four to nine people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can also receive up to a 50% discount. For groups of more than 25 people, you can submit a quote to see if it will be accepted. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

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 Disabled People Fare

Renfe's discounts for disabled people offer up to 40% off, though you will need to spend €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Please note that the discount on Avant trains is greater on weekends. If you wish to refund or change your ticket, it will depend on the type of ticket chosen and may incur a fee.

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 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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona to Madrid

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 Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Barcelona to Madrid, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Barcelona to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • 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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    Use Trip.com Discounts

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