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Barcelona-Sants to Madrid Train Prices and Times

Considering a journey from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets beginning at QAR 126.78, with the average cost for this route around QAR 113.90. We advise exploring split ticketing methods to get the best possible fares.
  • Tue, Jun 17
    From QAR 257.93
  • Wed, Jun 18
    From QAR 218.07
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From QAR 303.80
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From QAR 425.40
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From QAR 196.74
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From QAR 257.93
  • Mon, Jun 23
    From QAR 126.78
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05:40
Barcelona-Sants
08:25
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 45m, Directrenfe
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05:40
Barcelona-Sants
08:32
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 52m, Directrenfe
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05:45
Barcelona-Sants
08:30
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 45m, Directiryo
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05:45
Barcelona-Sants
08:37
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 52m, Directiryo
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05:50
Barcelona-Sants
09:10
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
3h 20m, Directrenfe
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05:50
Barcelona-Sants
09:15
Paris
3h 25m, Directrenfe
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Barcelona-Sants to Madrid Train Route Details

For the route from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid, train tickets usually start at QAR 126.78. The trip takes about 2h 30m on average, covering around 312 miles. OUIGO, renfe, iryo typically runs 89 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
05:40
Last train
Last train
21:05
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 30m
Distance
Distance
312 miles
Price
Price
From QAR 126.78
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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 Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy up to a 50% discount. For groups larger than 25 people, you can request a quote for approval. Note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If cancellation is necessary, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, with an applicable fee.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Large families traveling with Renfe in Spain can benefit from 20% discounts for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE and Larga Distancia. These offers exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. For single-parent families, discounts apply only to Rodalies trains in Catalonia with the appropriate documentation from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled passengers can benefit from Renfe's discounts, with savings of up to 40%. For just €6, you can get a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is greater during weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets are subject to the type of ticket and may incur a fee.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children are allowed to select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or request refunds based on the ticket type, which may involve a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

With the Tarjeta Dorada, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. 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: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the rules for changes and refunds.

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. Seating options are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are for passengers seeking higher comfort, with 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.

Barcelona-Sants to Madrid Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid, 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.

Barcelona-Sants to Madrid 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

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    Book in Advance

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  • 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

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