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Arranging travel from Madrid to Barcelona? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from Rs 8,280.61, with the typical price for this route being about Rs 24,129.69. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.

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Rs 14,590.43
13:2216:24
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Rs 14,590.43
Fri17Jul
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Rs 11,490.17
20:1023:28
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Rs 11,490.17
Sat18Jul
Cheapest train of the day
Rs 18,217.33
06:2209:45
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Rs 18,217.33
Sun19Jul
Cheapest train of the day
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18:5721:59
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Rs 12,172.49
Mon20Jul
Cheapest train of the day
Rs 9,943.35
07:2210:24
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Tue21Jul
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Rs 8,280.61
06:2209:45
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Rs 8,280.61
Wed22Jul
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Madrid to Barcelona train timetable

To cover the 506 km between Madrid and Barcelona, there are 39 trains available per day. The journey takes 3h 17m on average, but faster services will get you to your destination in as little as 3h 2m. Departures begin at 06:09, with the last service of the day arriving by 20:30. Choose a time and purchase your ticket.
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19:34
3h 46m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
23:20
Barcelona-Sants
Renfe
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20:22
3h 17m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
23:39
Barcelona-Sants
iryo
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20:30
3h 17m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
23:47
Barcelona-Sants
Renfe
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06:09
3h 26m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:35
Barcelona-Sants
iryo
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06:22
3h 23m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:45
Barcelona-Sants
OUIGO Spain
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06:27
3h 23m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
09:50
Paris
Renfe
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Madrid to Barcelona Train Route Details

For the route from Madrid to Barcelona, train tickets usually start at Rs 8,280.61. The trip takes about 3h 2m on average, covering around 506 km. OUIGO Spain, Renfe, iryo typically runs 39 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
06:09
Last train
Last train
20:30
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 2m
Distance
Distance
506 km
Price
Price
Rs 8,280.61
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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 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 Disabled People Fare

Renfe's discounts for disabled people offer up to 40% off, though you will need to spend €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Please note that the discount on Avant trains is greater on weekends. If you wish to refund or change your ticket, it will depend on the type of ticket chosen and may incur a fee.

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 Children Fare

Renfe offers 40% off ticket fares for children under 14. Children are able to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and to make changes or refunds based on the ticket type chosen, although this may incur a fee. Children under four years old travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat and must sit on the lap of an adult passenger. Please note that, on Cercanías trains, the age limit for free travel without a seat is under six years old.

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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid to Barcelona

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating types are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

All AVE trains have high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and can accommodate up to three bags. The Standard seats are designed for regular commuters or people on budget. You can enjoy a quiet time to rest, read, or work in a silent coach. Onboard dining options include a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort is designed for those who pursue a higher quality of travel, and offers more services, including wider seats and more legroom. With Prémium tickets, you can also enjoy the Premium Menu at your seat, as well as snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Madrid to Barcelona, 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.

Madrid to Barcelona 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

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    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

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