Madrid to Barcelona Train Tickets from 128,74 kr.

Madrid to Barcelona Train Tickets from 128,74 kr.

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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Madrid 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
380,38 kr.
21:0223:54
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380,38 kr.
man.5.maj
Cheapest train of the day
256,19 kr.
21:0223:54
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256,19 kr.
tir.6.maj
Cheapest train of the day
242,35 kr.
06:1208:49
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242,35 kr.
ons.7.maj
Cheapest train of the day
327,65 kr.
06:1208:49
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327,65 kr.
tor.8.maj
Cheapest train of the day
409,54 kr.
06:2709:25
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409,54 kr.
fre.9.maj
Cheapest train of the day
426,97 kr.
14:1216:49
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426,97 kr.
lør.10.maj
Cheapest train of the day
380,38 kr.
06:2709:25
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380,38 kr.
søn.11.maj
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Madrid to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Thinking of traveling from Madrid to Barcelona? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just 128,74 kr., with the average price for this route being around 291,07 kr.. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
  • man., 5. maj
    From 380,38 kr.
  • tir., 6. maj
    From 256,19 kr.
  • ons., 7. maj
    From 242,35 kr.
  • tor., 8. maj
    From 327,65 kr.
  • fre., 9. maj
    From 409,54 kr.
  • lør., 10. maj
    From 426,97 kr.
  • søn., 11. maj
    From 380,38 kr.
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17:57
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
20:34
Barcelona-Sants
2t 37m, Directrenfe
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18:00
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
20:30
Barcelona-Sants
2t 30m, Directrenfe
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18:27
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
21:24
Barcelona-Sants
2t 57m, Directrenfe
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18:30
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
21:20
Barcelona-Sants
2t 50m, Directrenfe
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18:32
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
21:09
Barcelona-Sants
2t 37m, Directiryo
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18:35
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
21:05
Paris
2t 30m, Directiryo
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Madrid to Barcelona Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Madrid to Barcelona usually begin at 128,74 kr.. The average travel time is about 2t 30m, spanning a distance of roughly 502 km. OUIGO, renfe, iryo provides around 93 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 128,74 kr.
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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 Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. 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, with an applicable fee.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

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

Renfe Children Fare

For children aged 4 to 13, Renfe provides a 40% discount on ticket prices. These children can choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or request refunds according to the ticket type, which might incur a fee. Children under four travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Advance booking

Booking early can offer you discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the more you save. Trip.com has already highlighted the best prices, making your travel planning straightforward.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid 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 to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

Select from four fare types for your trip from Madrid to Barcelona, 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 to Barcelona 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

  • 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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