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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Madrid Puerta De Atocha | Barcelona-Sants | Fastest | |||||
| Madrid Puerta De Atocha | Barcelona-Sants | No tags | |||||
| Avenida de América | Barcelona Sants | No tags | |||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from Madrid to Barcelona
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Barcelona. The journey takes about 3 hours 17 minutes, and with fares starting at just ARS 23,010, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Barcelona?
Stops in Madrid
- AMadrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
- BC. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
- CPríncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain - FAvenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
Stops in Barcelona
- ACarrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
- BCarrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain - E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain - FC-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to Barcelona 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.
How much is a ticket from Madrid to Barcelona?
The cheapest tickets from Madrid to Barcelona start at ARS 23,010. The average price for this route is around ARS 83,040. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Madrid to Barcelona?
The average trip duration from Madrid to Barcelona is 5h 33m, covering a distance of 500 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by OUIGO.
Which companies service the Madrid to Barcelona route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time from Madrid to Barcelona?
The earliest trip from Madrid to Barcelona departs at 12:14am. And the latest trip departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Madrid to Barcelona?
A trip from Madrid to Barcelona generates an estimated 12.49825 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best company from Madrid to Barcelona?
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 407 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Barcelona?
Based on Busbud reviews, the company Iryo has the highest Wi‑Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which company has the most on-time service from Madrid to Barcelona?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual company on this route is Iryo, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which company has the cleanest vehicles from Madrid to Barcelona?
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.
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Barcelona was searched and found on May 2, 2026 with a price of ARS 36,113To save money and make sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus and train tickets from Madrid to Barcelona, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay between ARS 36,113 and ARS 418,437 for a bus or train ticket from Madrid to Barcelona based on the past 2 days. You can expect to find the lowest price for this trip at ARS 36,113 on 2026-05-02.
Usually Renfe 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.
