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Find the best prices from Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha

Planning a trip from Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha? Trip.com offers Trenitalia and Italo tickets starting from just NZD 52.56, with the average price for this route around NZD 266.20! Find the best deals for the next 7 days in the table below, starting today.

Cheapest train of the day
NZD 52.56
20:4023:43
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NZD 52.56
Tue13Jan
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NZD 60.96
13:5016:27
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NZD 60.96
Wed14Jan
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 52.56
20:4023:43
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NZD 52.56
Thu15Jan
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 69.36
20:4023:43
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NZD 69.36
Fri16Jan
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 52.56
17:4020:17
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NZD 52.56
Sat17Jan
Cheapest train of the day
NZD 52.56
06:2509:17
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NZD 52.56
Sun18Jan
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20:4023:43
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NZD 52.56
Mon19Jan
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Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha train timetable

Planning a trip from Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as NZD 52.56, with the average fare for this route being approximately NZD 266.20. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
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10:40
2h 52m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
13:32
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
OUIGO_ESP
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10:45
2h 37m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
13:22
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
iryo
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11:00
2h 52m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
13:52
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
RENFE
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11:50
2h 52m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
14:42
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
iryo
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12:00
3h 19m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
15:19
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
RENFE
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12:14
2h 37m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
14:51
Paris
iryo
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Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha Train Route Details

The train ticket from Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha typically costs from NZD 52.56. The journey averages 2h 37m in travel time and covers an approximate distance of 506 km. OUIGO_ESP, RENFE, iryo generally offers 43 trains per day on this route. For planning purposes, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
05:45
Last train
Last train
21:05
Departure city
Departure city
Journey time
Journey time
2h 37m
Distance
Distance
506 km
Price
Price
From NZD 52.56
Train Operators
Train Operators
OUIGO_ESP, RENFE, iryo

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 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.

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 Young Persons Fare

Renfe provides young people aged 14 to 25 with up to 30% off train fares through the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card is valid for one year and cannot be transferred. It offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

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 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 Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha

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-Puerta De Atocha Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha, listed by price from lowest to highest: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type offers different levels of refund and change services.

Barcelona to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha Renfe ticket types

Básico

For the most budget-friendly option on AVE trains, choose Básico, though it does not permit refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

On AVE trains, the Elige Estándar fare costs slightly more than the Básico fare. This ticket type allows for 70% refunds, one free ticket change and includes many extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort, which is marginally more expensive than Elige Estándar, features wider seats and allows for refunds and changes.

Prémium

The Prémium fare is the most costly, offering the benefit of 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

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    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

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    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

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