Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona Train Tickets from $24.95

Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona Train Tickets from $24.95

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Explore cheap prices from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona, 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
$55.36
20:2223:14
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$55.36
Thu1May
Cheapest train of the day
$30.80
06:2208:59
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$30.80
Fri2May
Cheapest train of the day
$53.50
07:0209:54
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$53.50
Sat3May
Cheapest train of the day
$62.39
13:5716:34
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$62.39
Sun4May
Cheapest train of the day
$49.44
21:0223:54
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$49.44
Mon5May
Cheapest train of the day
$31.84
06:1208:49
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$31.84
Tue6May
Cheapest train of the day
$22.37
06:1208:49
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$22.37
Wed7May
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Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.

Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Planning a journey from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets for as low as $24.95, with average prices for this route around $51.20. We suggest exploring methods like split tickets to ensure you get the most affordable fares.
  • Thu, May 1
    From $55.36
  • Fri, May 2
    From $30.80
  • Sat, May 3
    From $53.50
  • Sun, May 4
    From $62.39
  • Mon, May 5
    From $49.44
  • Tue, May 6
    From $31.84
  • Wed, May 7
    From $22.37
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15:57
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
18:34
Barcelona-Sants
2h 37m, Directrenfe
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16:00
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
18:30
Barcelona-Sants
2h 30m, Directrenfe
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16:27
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
19:19
Barcelona-Sants
2h 52m, Directrenfe
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16:30
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
19:15
Barcelona-Sants
2h 45m, Directrenfe
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16:37
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
19:14
Barcelona-Sants
2h 37m, Directiryo
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16:40
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
19:10
Paris
2h 30m, Directiryo
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Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona Train Route Details

For the route from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona, train tickets usually start at $24.95. The trip takes about 2h 30m on average, covering around 312 miles. OUIGO, renfe, iryo typically runs 79 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see 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
312 miles
Price
Price
From $24.95
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Train operators

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 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 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.

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.

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.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona

Renfe's AVE trains offer four service types based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers during their journey. Seating options include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

Each AVE train comes with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and baggage allowance of up to three bags. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or budget-conscious passengers, providing a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are designed for those who seek higher comfort, featuring wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha 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-Puerta De Atocha 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

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • 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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