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

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha, 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
£52.08
20:4023:42
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£52.08
Thu22May
Cheapest train of the day
£51.11
08:0011:19
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£51.11
Fri23May
Cheapest train of the day
£29.13
20:4023:42
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£29.13
Sat24May
Cheapest train of the day
£52.08
06:2509:17
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£52.08
Sun25May
Cheapest train of the day
£25.60
20:0023:19
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£25.60
Mon26May
Cheapest train of the day
£30.90
13:5016:27
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£30.90
Tue27May
Cheapest train of the day
£34.43
20:4023:42
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£34.43
Wed28May
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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha Train Prices and Times

Planning a journey from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets for as low as £18.19, with average prices for this route around £99.69. We suggest exploring methods like split tickets to ensure you get the most affordable fares.
  • Thu, May 22
    From £52.08
  • Fri, May 23
    From £51.11
  • Sat, May 24
    From £29.13
  • Sun, May 25
    From £52.08
  • Mon, May 26
    From £25.60
  • Tue, May 27
    From £30.90
  • Wed, May 28
    From £34.43
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05:40
Barcelona-Sants
08:25
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 45m, Directrenfe
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05:40
Barcelona-Sants
08:32
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 52m, Directrenfe
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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
Paris
3h 25m, Directrenfe
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Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha Train Route Details

For the route from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha, train tickets usually start at £18.19. The trip takes about 2h 30m on average, covering around 312 miles. OUIGO, renfe, iryo typically runs 89 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.
First train
First train
05:40
Last train
Last train
21:05
Departure station
Departure station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 30m
Distance
Distance
312 miles
Price
Price
From £18.19
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Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. 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, with an applicable fee.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe's Tarjeta Dorada offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. You can get a 25% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. For Avant trains, discounts vary: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

For disabled passengers, Renfe offers up to 40% off. By spending €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the ticket type and may incur a fee.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Children Fare

For children aged 4 to 13, Renfe provides a 40% discount on ticket prices. These children can choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or request refunds according to the ticket type, which might incur a fee. Children under four travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

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

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.

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

Choose from four fare types to travel from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha, 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.

Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha 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

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

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  • Buy a Return ticket

    Buy a Return ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outward and returning journeys, 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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