Barcelona to Madrid Train Tickets from NZD 48.99

Barcelona to Madrid Train Tickets from NZD 48.99

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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
NZD 79.75
20:4023:42
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NZD 79.75
Sun13Apr
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 50.65
20:5523:47
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NZD 50.65
Mon14Apr
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 59.95
20:5523:47
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NZD 59.95
Tue15Apr
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 105.28
07:5510:32
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NZD 105.28
Wed16Apr
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 100.18
13:5016:27
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NZD 100.18
Thu17Apr
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 107.61
05:4508:37
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NZD 107.61
Fri18Apr
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 94.67
05:5009:10
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NZD 94.67
Sat19Apr
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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Barcelona to Madrid Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Barcelona to Madrid? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from NZD 48.99, with the typical price for this route being about NZD 90.04. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • Sun, Apr 13
    From NZD 79.75
  • Mon, Apr 14
    From NZD 50.65
  • Tue, Apr 15
    From NZD 59.95
  • Wed, Apr 16
    From NZD 105.28
  • Thu, Apr 17
    From NZD 100.18
  • Fri, Apr 18
    From NZD 107.61
  • Sat, Apr 19
    From NZD 94.67
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06:25
Barcelona-Sants
09:17
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 52m, DirectOUIGO
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06:30
Barcelona-Sants
09:15
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 45m, DirectOUIGO
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06:35
Barcelona-Sants
09:20
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 45m, Directrenfe
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06:35
Barcelona-Sants
09:27
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 52m, Directrenfe
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06:45
Barcelona-Sants
10:31
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
3h 46m, No directrenfe
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06:45
Barcelona-Sants
10:38
Paris
3h 53m, No directrenfe
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Barcelona to Madrid Train Route Details

For the route from Barcelona to Madrid, train tickets usually start at NZD 48.99. The trip takes about 2h 30m on average, covering around 502 km. OUIGO, renfe, iryo typically runs 77 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
06:25
Last train
Last train
21:25
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 30m
Distance
Distance
502 km
Price
Price
From NZD 48.99
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 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.

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 Disabled People Fare

For disabled passengers, Renfe offers up to 40% off. By spending €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the ticket type and may incur a 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 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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona to Madrid

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.

Barcelona to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Barcelona to Madrid, 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.

Barcelona to Madrid 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.

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 outward and returning journeys, 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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