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Explore cheap prices from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants, 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
618,73 kr.
21:0223:54
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618,73 kr.
ons.28.maj
Cheapest train of the day
383,73 kr.
06:1608:53
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383,73 kr.
tor.29.maj
Cheapest train of the day
500,07 kr.
21:0723:59
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500,07 kr.
fre.30.maj
Cheapest train of the day
453,46 kr.
08:2711:19
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453,46 kr.
lør.31.maj
Cheapest train of the day
587,33 kr.
07:0209:54
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587,33 kr.
søn.1.jun.
Cheapest train of the day
317,55 kr.
16:2719:19
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317,55 kr.
man.2.jun.
Cheapest train of the day
274,14 kr.
21:0223:54
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274,14 kr.
tir.3.jun.
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Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants Train Prices and Times

Thinking of traveling from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just 274,14 kr., with the average price for this route being around 685,41 kr.. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
  • ons., 28. maj
    From 618,73 kr.
  • tor., 29. maj
    From 383,73 kr.
  • fre., 30. maj
    From 500,07 kr.
  • lør., 31. maj
    From 453,46 kr.
  • søn., 1. jun.
    From 587,33 kr.
  • man., 2. jun.
    From 317,55 kr.
  • tir., 3. jun.
    From 274,14 kr.
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06:12
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
08:49
Barcelona-Sants
2t 37m, Directrenfe
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06:15
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
08:45
Barcelona-Sants
2t 30m, Directrenfe
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06:16
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
08:53
Barcelona-Sants
2t 37m, Directrenfe
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06:22
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
08:59
Barcelona-Sants
2t 37m, Directiryo
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06:27
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:25
Barcelona-Sants
2t 58m, Directrenfe
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06:40
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:10
Paris
2t 30m, Directiryo
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Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants usually begin at 274,14 kr.. The average travel time is about 2t 30m, spanning a distance of roughly 502 km. OUIGO, renfe, iryo provides around 88 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.
First train
First train
06:12
Last train
Last train
21:10
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2t 30m
Distance
Distance
502 km
Price
Price
From 274,14 kr.
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 Disabled People Fare

Disabled travellers can enjoy Renfe's discounts, offering up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is more substantial on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the type of ticket and may come with a fee.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe offers discounted fares for large families in Spain, providing a 20% reduction for general category families and 50% for special category families on most services, including AVE and Larga Distancia trains. These discounts exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. Single-parent families can also access discounts on Rodalies trains in Catalonia with a valid certificate from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Children Fare

Children aged 4 to 13 receive a 40% discount on ticket fares with Renfe. They are entitled to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or get refunds based on the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not have a reserved seat. Note that, on Cercanías trains, the free travel age limit without a seat is under six years old.

Advance booking

Advance bookings can provide discounts up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, while other routes offer cheaper prices the earlier you book. Trip.com has already indicated the lowest prices, making your travel planning easy.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains can receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy up to a 50% discount. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for consideration. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If cancellation is necessary, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. Seating options are divided into 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 travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are for passengers seeking higher 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-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

Select from four fare types for your trip from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants, arranged in order of price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type has different conditions for refunds and changes.

Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the least expensive fare available on AVE trains, and it comes with no refund or change options.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit more expensive compared to the Básico fare. This ticket option includes the ability to get 70% refund of the original ticket price and make one free change, along with several extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is a bit pricier than Elige Estándar. The primary distinction is the wider seats, and it also offers the option for refunds and changes.

Prémium

As the most expensive fare, Prémium includes unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    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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