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Explore cheap prices from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Barcelona-Sants 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
SAR 305.54
20:4023:42
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SAR 305.54
الجمعة16مايو
Cheapest train of the day
SAR 169.43
20:4023:42
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SAR 169.43
السبت17مايو
Cheapest train of the day
SAR 212.89
06:2509:17
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SAR 212.89
الأحد18مايو
Cheapest train of the day
SAR 126.02
20:0023:19
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SAR 126.02
الاثنين19مايو
Cheapest train of the day
SAR 136.46
20:5523:47
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SAR 136.46
الثلاثاء20مايو
Cheapest train of the day
SAR 164.56
20:0023:19
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SAR 164.56
الأربعاء21مايو
Cheapest train of the day
SAR 235.72
11:5014:42
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SAR 235.72
الخميس22مايو
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Barcelona-Sants to Madrid Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as SAR 79.44, with the average fare for this route being approximately SAR 218.66. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • الجمعة, 16 مايو
    From SAR 305.54
  • السبت, 17 مايو
    From SAR 169.43
  • الأحد, 18 مايو
    From SAR 212.89
  • الاثنين, 19 مايو
    From SAR 126.02
  • الثلاثاء, 20 مايو
    From SAR 136.46
  • الأربعاء, 21 مايو
    From SAR 164.56
  • الخميس, 22 مايو
    From SAR 235.72
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05:45
Barcelona-Sants
08:30
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 45m, Directiryo
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05:45
Barcelona-Sants
08:37
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 52m, Directiryo
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05:50
Barcelona-Sants
09:10
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
3h 20m, Directrenfe
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05:50
Barcelona-Sants
09:15
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
3h 25m, Directrenfe
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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
Paris
2h 45m, DirectOUIGO
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Barcelona-Sants to Madrid Train Route Details

For the route from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid, train tickets usually start at SAR 79.44. The trip takes about 2h 30m on average, covering around 502 km. OUIGO, renfe, iryo typically runs 78 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.
First train
First train
05:45
Last train
Last train
21:05
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 30m
Distance
Distance
502 km
Price
Price
From SAR 79.44
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.
Spanish train offers

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 Rodalies trains in Catalonia with the appropriate documentation from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Advance booking

By booking in advance, you can benefit from discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes can be reserved up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the lower the price. Trip.com highlights the cheapest prices, simplifying your travel planning.

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 Disabled People Fare

Disabled passengers can benefit from Renfe's discounts, with savings of up to 40%. For just €6, you can get a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is greater during weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets are subject to the type of ticket and may incur a fee.

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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid

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 Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Barcelona-Sants to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with 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

    Buy a Return Ticket

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  • 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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