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Explore cheap prices from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona, 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
770,08 kr.
21:0223:54
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770,08 kr.
søn.11.maj
Cheapest train of the day
483,84 kr.
06:4314:46
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483,84 kr.
man.12.maj
Cheapest train of the day
272,27 kr.
21:0223:54
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272,27 kr.
tir.13.maj
Cheapest train of the day
272,27 kr.
07:0209:54
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272,27 kr.
ons.14.maj
Cheapest train of the day
381,19 kr.
21:0223:54
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381,19 kr.
tor.15.maj
Cheapest train of the day
413,85 kr.
21:0223:54
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413,85 kr.
fre.16.maj
Cheapest train of the day
379,43 kr.
17:1719:54
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379,43 kr.
lør.17.maj
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Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from 261,52 kr., with the typical price for this route being about 893,64 kr.. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • søn., 11. maj
    From 770,08 kr.
  • man., 12. maj
    From 483,84 kr.
  • tir., 13. maj
    From 272,27 kr.
  • ons., 14. maj
    From 272,27 kr.
  • tor., 15. maj
    From 381,19 kr.
  • fre., 16. maj
    From 413,85 kr.
  • lør., 17. maj
    From 379,43 kr.
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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06:43
Madrid-Chamartín
14:46
Barcelona-Sants
8t 3m, Changes requiredrenfe
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07:02
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:54
Barcelona-Sants
2t 52m, DirectOUIGO
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08:30
Madrid-Chamartín
14:50
Barcelona-Sants
6t 20m, Changes requiredrenfe
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09:45
Madrid-Chamartín
19:00
Barcelona-Sants
9t 15m, Changes requiredrenfe
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10:02
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
13:04
Barcelona-Sants
3t 2m, DirectOUIGO
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11:30
Madrid-Chamartín
18:19
Paris
6t 49m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona Train Route Details

The train ticket from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona typically costs from 261,52 kr.. The journey averages 2t 37m in travel time and covers an approximate distance of 500 km. OUIGO, renfe generally offers 15 trains per day on this route. For planning purposes, please refer to our train route table.
First train
First train
06:43
Last train
Last train
21:02
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2t 37m
Distance
Distance
500 km
Price
Price
From 261,52 kr.
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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 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.

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 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.

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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona

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

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra comfort, with 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-Chamartín to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona, 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.

Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona 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

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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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