How much is a ticket from Barcelona to Madrid?

The cheapest tickets from Barcelona to Madrid start at ₩24,379. The average price for this route is around ₩88,218. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the ride from Barcelona to Madrid?

The average trip duration from Barcelona to Madrid is 5h 26m, covering a distance of 501 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by OUIGO .

Which companies service the Barcelona to Madrid route?

Several major companies operate on this route with 26 trips available per day, including services from ALSA , FlixBus , Renfe , Iryo , OUIGO .

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.

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

A trip from Barcelona to Madrid generates an estimated 12.5244375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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 407 reviews.

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 3.9.

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 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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.

Bus and Train Barcelona to Madrid from ₩38,186 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on April 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	2:25pm	Barcelona-Sants	3h 1m	5:26pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	5:45am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 17m	9:02am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on May 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:53pm	Barcelona-Sants	3h 17m	10:10pm	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	8:25am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	11:27am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:27am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 10m	10:37am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	5:45am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 17m	9:02am	Atocha	No tags
Train	8:25am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	11:27am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on May 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:00pm	Barcelona-Sants	3h 44m	5:44pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	7:05am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:07am	Atocha	Fastest
Train	8:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 44m	11:44am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	7:05am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:07am	Atocha	No tags
Train	8:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 44m	11:44am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on May 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:45am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 17m	12:02pm	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	4:25pm	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	7:27pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	8:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 44m	11:44am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	7:50am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 17m	11:07am	Atocha	No tags
Train	8:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 44m	11:44am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on May 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:40pm	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:42pm	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	5:45am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 17m	9:02am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on May 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:00pm	Barcelona-Sants	3h 44m	11:44pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	5:45am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 17m	9:02am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on May 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:00pm	Barcelona-Sants	3h 44m	11:44pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	5:45am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 17m	9:02am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on May 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:35pm	Barcelona-Sants	3h 17m	11:52pm	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	2:25pm	Barcelona-Sants	3h 1m	5:26pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	5:45am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 17m	9:02am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 2m	10:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

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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 ₩24,379, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29train per day

3h 17mAverage Duration

502 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price₩79,575 - ₩83,603	Average Duration7h 35m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price₩24,379 - ₩564,089	Average Duration3h 17m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Barcelona and Madrid?

Stops in Barcelona

A
Barcelona Sants
Carrer de Viriat, 10, 08014 Barcelona, Spain
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B
Estació del Nord de Barcelona
Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
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C
Barcelona Airport
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D
Avinguda Meridiana, 11
Avinguda Meridiana, 11, 08030 Barcelona, Spain
E
Estación de Francia
Av. del Marquès de l'Argentera,, 08003 Barcelona, , Spain
F
Barcelona Clot-Arago
C-33, 140, 08026 Barcelona, Spain
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Stops in Madrid

A
Madrid Puerta De Atocha
Madrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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B
Madrid-Chamartin
C. de la Hiedra, 5, 28036 Madrid, Spain
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C
Madrid-Príncipe Pio
Príncipe Pío, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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D
Madrid-Barajas Airport
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E
Nuevos Ministerios
Estación de Nuevos Ministerios, 28046 Madrid, Spain
F
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain

Compare companies

ALSA

4.3/561,817 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.5

According to 844 reviews, ALSA received a 4.2-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the departure location, but some complained about the power outlets. ALSA ticket prices on this trip start at ₩79,575

ALSA Barcelona Madrid recent customer reviews

Very poor communication for Aussies re all stops especially food and restroom stops.

Selwyn L.

December 28, 2023

Şöförler hiç yardımsever değil.bagaj yukarı konulacak ilgilenmiyorlar.koktuk bozuk.arkadaki yolcu kızıyor bana.soğuk havada sürekli klima çalıştı hasta oldum.koltuklar dar ve şarj cihazı bile yoktu

Pervin Ç.

December 19, 2023

Everything perfect, from the information desk, the driver and the journey itself.

Juniwati G.

March 8, 2020

Renfe

4.1/5987 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.5

Wi‑Fi3.0

Customers praise the train service for being on time, clean, and offering plenty of legroom. They describe it as amazing, comfortable, with a great journey and staff. Some even compare it favorably to train services in England.

RENFE AVE Barcelona Madrid recent customer reviews

Amazing! Clean, comfortable, great journey, great staff. I come from England and it made me appreciate how terrible our train service is.

Katie J.

April 10, 2023

On time, clean train, plenty of leg room

Magda F.

August 15, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/512,555 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Iryo

4.5/5407 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi3.9

Users have shared positive experiences with the train service, highlighting its cleanliness and comfort. The staff is described as helpful, and the boarding process is organized efficiently. Additionally, users appreciate that tickets purchased in Australia do not require redemption for Spanish ones, making travel seamless and convenient.

iryo Barcelona Madrid recent customer reviews

Very orderly boarding process. Clean and very comfortable train. On time departure and arrival.

David L.

December 14, 2023

Tickets purchased in Australia and no need to redeem them for Spanish tickets. Arrival/Departure information displays boards easy to navigate, carriages clearly marked and seat allocations easy to follow. The carriage was very clean and welcoming, more than enough leg room but unfortunately our seats weren't next to a window so l missed out on viewing the countryside.

Anna B.

April 9, 2023

Very good the was so good thanks.

Mercedes T.

October 1, 2025

OUIGO

4.3/580 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.2

Companies in ES:FlixBus, Renfe, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixTrain, ALSA, Iryo, Rede Expressos, Avanza, Sindbad, Itabus

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.

How much is a ticket from Barcelona to Madrid?
The cheapest tickets from Barcelona to Madrid start at ₩24,379. The average price for this route is around ₩88,218. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the ride from Barcelona to Madrid?
The average trip duration from Barcelona to Madrid is 5h 26m, covering a distance of 501 km. The quickest vehicle can get you there in 2h 30m and is operated by OUIGO.
Which companies service the Barcelona to Madrid route?
Several major companies operate on this route with 26 trips available per day, including services from ALSA, FlixBus, Renfe, Iryo, OUIGO.
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.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the trip from Barcelona to Madrid?
A trip from Barcelona to Madrid generates an estimated 12.5244375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 407 reviews.
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 3.9.
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 4.8 out of 5 stars.
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

04-28

₩74,099

04-29

₩74,038

Today

₩54,357

05-01

₩53,671

05-02

₩38,262

05-03

₩74,038

05-04

₩50,345

05-05

₩38,262

The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Madrid was searched and found on May 2, 2026 with a price of ₩38,262

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 ₩38,262 and ₩418,623 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 ₩38,262 on 2026-05-02.

Usually Renfe, 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.