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Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Considering a journey from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets beginning at BHD 19.230, with the average cost for this route around BHD 24.210. We advise exploring split ticketing methods to get the best possible fares.
  • الخميس, 28 أغسطس
    From BHD 29.760
  • الجمعة, 29 أغسطس
    From BHD 25.180
  • السبت, 30 أغسطس
    From BHD 19.230
  • الأحد, 31 أغسطس
    From BHD 25.180
  • الاثنين, 1 سبتمبر
    From BHD 21.260
  • الثلاثاء, 2 سبتمبر
    From BHD 19.230
  • الأربعاء, 3 سبتمبر
    From BHD 21.010
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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21:02
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
23:54
Barcelona-Sants
2 ساعات 52 دقائق, DirectOUIGO
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Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona Train Route Details

Train tickets from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona generally start at BHD 19.230. The journey typically takes around 2 ساعات 37 دقائق and covers a distance of approximately 500 km. OUIGO, renfe usually operates 12 daily trains on this route. For detailed planning, please consult our train route table.

First train
First train
07:02
Last train
Last train
21:02
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2 ساعات 37 دقائق
Distance
Distance
500 km
Price
Price
From BHD 19.230
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Travellers on Renfe's AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy exclusive discounts tailored to select routes. These offers are subject to availability and vary based on travel schedules, routes, and terms.

Spanish train offers

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 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.

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 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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona

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.

Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

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

Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona 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

    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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