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Explore cheap prices from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants, 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 303.36
20:0522:42
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SAR 303.36
الجمعة30مايو
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SAR 261.88
14:1216:49
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SAR 261.88
السبت31مايو
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SAR 244.11
06:2709:25
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SAR 244.11
الأحد1يونيو
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SAR 186.43
21:0223:54
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SAR 186.43
الاثنين2يونيو
Cheapest train of the day
SAR 155.38
06:1608:53
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SAR 155.38
الثلاثاء3يونيو
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SAR 171.38
06:1608:53
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SAR 171.38
الأربعاء4يونيو
Cheapest train of the day
SAR 242.79
13:5716:34
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SAR 242.79
الخميس5يونيو
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Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants Train Prices and Times

Considering a journey from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets beginning at SAR 155.38, with the average cost for this route around SAR 196.08. We advise exploring split ticketing methods to get the best possible fares.
  • الجمعة, 30 مايو
    From SAR 303.36
  • السبت, 31 مايو
    From SAR 261.88
  • الأحد, 1 يونيو
    From SAR 244.11
  • الاثنين, 2 يونيو
    From SAR 186.43
  • الثلاثاء, 3 يونيو
    From SAR 155.38
  • الأربعاء, 4 يونيو
    From SAR 171.38
  • الخميس, 5 يونيو
    From SAR 242.79
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06:22
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
08:59
Barcelona-Sants
2h 37m, Directiryo
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06:27
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:25
Barcelona-Sants
2h 58m, Directrenfe
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06:30
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:21
Barcelona-Sants
2h 51m, Directrenfe
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06:57
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:34
Barcelona-Sants
2h 37m, Directrenfe
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07:00
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:30
Barcelona-Sants
2h 30m, Directrenfe
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07:02
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:54
Paris
2h 52m, DirectOUIGO
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Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants Train Route Details

The train ticket from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants typically costs from SAR 155.38. The journey averages 2h 30m in travel time and covers an approximate distance of 502 km. OUIGO, renfe, iryo generally offers 71 trains per day on this route. For planning purposes, please refer to our train route table.
First train
First train
06:22
Last train
Last train
21:10
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 30m
Distance
Distance
502 km
Price
Price
From SAR 155.38
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

Advance booking

Save up to 70% on Renfe AVE Básico tickets by booking 3 months ahead. Trip.com shows detailed fare lists. By planning your travel in advance, you can take advantage of these significant discounts and enjoy a more budget-friendly journey.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe provides discounts for large families in Spain, offering 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE (high-speed) and Larga Distancia (long-distance) trains. However, these discounts do not apply to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. For single-parent families, discounts are valid only on Rodalies trains in Catalonia when using the relevant certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25 with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. The card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. With this scheme, you can enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE International trains, or a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. 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: during weekdays, you can get a 25% discount, while on weekends, you can receive a 40% discount. Note that all services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets. The same applies to whether changes and refunds are allowed.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers travel discounts of 8% for groups of four to nine people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can also receive up to a 50% discount. For groups of more than 25 people, you can submit a quote to see if it will be accepted. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants

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-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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