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Train Barcelona to Madrid: Trip Overview
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Barcelona to Madrid Trains
Busbud shows you the best train ticket fares and train schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by train from Barcelona to Madrid.
Train service from Barcelona to Madrid will be provided by the most trusted companies.
Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Madrid from Barcelona, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Barcelona and Madrid?
Frequently asked questions on the trip Barcelona - Madrid
How much does a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Madrid cost?
The average train ticket price from Barcelona to Madrid is $71. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Barcelona to Madrid is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the trip from Barcelona to Madrid?
A train trip between Barcelona and Madrid is around 2h 45m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 29m. This is the time it takes to travel the 505 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Barcelona and Madrid?
The number of trains from Barcelona to Madrid can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Barcelona to Madrid by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Barcelona to Madrid?
When taking the train from Barcelona to Madrid, you can travel comfortably and safely with Renfe, Iryo, OUIGO.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Barcelona to Madrid?
Trains travelling between Barcelona and Madrid leave from Barcelona Sants or Estació del Nord de Barcelona and arrive at Madrid Puerta De Atocha, Madrid-Chamartin, Madrid-Príncipe Pio.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Barcelona to Madrid, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $34 to $359 for a train ticket from Barcelona to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $34 which is on 2024-11-12.
Usually RENFE_RENFE, RENFE_AVE 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.
About Train Travel
Train Travel Tips
Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Barcelona and Madrid is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Madrid.
No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Madrid, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.
By choosing the train between Barcelona and Madrid, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Barcelona to Madrid while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
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