Madrid to Barcelona-Sants Train Tickets from $29.82

Madrid to Barcelona-Sants Train Tickets from $29.82

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Madrid to Barcelona-Sants Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Madrid to Barcelona-Sants? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as $29.82, with the average fare for this route being approximately $77.36. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
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06:30
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:21
Barcelona-Sants
2h 51m, Directrenfe
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07:05
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:50
Barcelona-Sants
2h 45m, DirectOUIGO
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07:30
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
10:42
Barcelona-Sants
3h 12m, Directrenfe
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08:25
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
11:10
Barcelona-Sants
2h 45m, Directiryo
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08:30
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
11:15
Barcelona-Sants
2h 45m, Directrenfe
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09:15
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
12:00
Paris
2h 45m, Directiryo
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Madrid to Barcelona-Sants Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Madrid to Barcelona-Sants usually begin at $29.82. The average travel time is about 2h 30m, spanning a distance of roughly 312 miles. OUIGO, renfe, iryo provides around 37 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
06:30
Last train
Last train
21:10
Departure station
Departure station
Madrid
Arrival station
Arrival station
Barcelona-Sants
Journey time
Journey time
2h 30m
Distance
Distance
312 miles
Price
Price
From $29.82
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Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers a variety of discounts for AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers, granting special benefits across numerous routes. Availability is limited and depends on the route, time of travel, and specific conditions.
Spanish train offers

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 Rodalíes 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.

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 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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid 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 to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

Select from four fare types for your trip from Madrid 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 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

  • 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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