Bus and Train from Barcelona to Madrid: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on August 11
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RENFE AVETrain
Barcelona-Sants
Madrid Puerta De AtochaCheapest
RENFE AVETrain
Barcelona-Sants
Madrid Puerta De AtochaFastest
RENFE AVETrain
Barcelona-Sants
Madrid Puerta De AtochaNo tags
iryoTrain
Barcelona-Sants
AtochaNo tags
RENFE AVETrain
Barcelona-Sants
Madrid Puerta De AtochaNo tags
iryoTrain
Barcelona-Sants
AtochaNo tags
RENFE AVETrain
Barcelona-Sants
Madrid Puerta De AtochaNo tags
iryoTrain
Barcelona-Sants
AtochaNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:16 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Barcelona to Madrid

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Madrid. The journey takes about 3 hours 17 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26train per day
3h 17mAverage Duration
502 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average Price$76 - $79Average Duration7h 35m
13kg CO₂e
Train
Average Price$37 - $540Average Duration3h 17m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Madrid by bus or train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is a ticket from Barcelona to Madrid?

    The cheapest tickets from Barcelona to Madrid start at $37. The average price for this route is around $76. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the ride from Barcelona to Madrid?

    The average trip duration from Barcelona to Madrid is 5h 26m, covering a distance of 502 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 3h 1m and is operated by Renfe.

  3. Which companies service the Barcelona to Madrid route?

    Several major companies operate on this route with 25 trips available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus, Renfe, Iryo.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time from Barcelona to Madrid?

    The earliest trip from Barcelona to Madrid departs at 1:00am. And the latest trip departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Barcelona to Madrid?

    A trip from Barcelona to Madrid generates an estimated 12.525212500000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best company from Barcelona to Madrid?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated company on this route is Iryo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 427 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Madrid?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the company Iryo has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  8. Which company has the most on-time service from Barcelona to Madrid?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Iryo, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Barcelona to Madrid?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the company with the cleanest vehicles on this route is Iryo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find the cheapest prices for buses and trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-08
$66
08-09
$69
Today
$69
08-11
$47
08-12
$36
08-13
$36
08-14
$36
08-15
$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Barcelona to Madrid was searched and found on Aug 12, 2026 with a price of $36

To save money and make sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Barcelona to Madrid, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay between $36 and $319 for a bus or train ticket from Barcelona to Madrid based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at $36 on 2026-08-12.

Usually Iryo will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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