Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Chamartin Train Tickets from $33.93

Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Chamartin Train Tickets from $33.93

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Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Chamartin Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Chamartin? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from $33.93, with the typical price for this route being about $60.66. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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06:30
Barcelona-Sants
09:15
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 45m, DirectOUIGO
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06:45
Barcelona-Sants
13:36
Madrid-Chamartin
6h 51m, Changes requiredrenfe
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07:45
Barcelona-Sants
14:37
Madrid-Chamartin
6h 52m, Changes requiredrenfe
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08:30
Barcelona-Sants
18:34
Madrid-Chamartin
10h 4m, Directrenfe
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08:35
Barcelona-Sants
17:37
Madrid-Chamartin
9h 2m, Changes requiredrenfe
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08:35
Barcelona-Sants
17:37
Paris
9h 2m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Chamartin Train Route Details

Train tickets from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Chamartin generally start at $33.93. The journey typically takes around 2h 30m and covers a distance of approximately 311 miles. Intercit, OUIGO, renfe usually operates 15 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult our train route table.

First train
First train
06:30
Last train
Last train
20:40
Departure station
Departure station
Barcelona-Sants
Arrival station
Arrival station
Madrid-Chamartin
Journey time
Journey time
2h 30m
Distance
Distance
311 miles
Price
Price
From $33.93
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, OUIGO, renfe

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

Renfe offers a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children are allowed to select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or request refunds based on the ticket type, which may involve a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains 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 request a quote for approval. 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, with an applicable fee.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

With the Tarjeta Dorada, Renfe 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. 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: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the rules for changes and refunds.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

With the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25. This card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. Enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Large families traveling with Renfe in Spain can benefit from 20% discounts for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE and Larga Distancia. These offers exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. For single-parent families, discounts apply only to Rodalíes trains in Catalonia with the appropriate documentation from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Chamartin

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-Sants to Madrid-Chamartin Renfe ticket types

Select from four fare types for your trip from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Chamartin, 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.

Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Chamartin 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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  • Buy a Return Ticket

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