How much is the train ticket from Barcelona to Madrid?

The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Madrid start at $56. The average price for this train route is around $129. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Barcelona to Madrid?

The average train trip from Barcelona to Madrid takes 2h 52m and covers 502 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 30m and is operated by OUIGO .

Which train operators serve the Barcelona to Madrid route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 31 trains available per day, including services from Renfe , Iryo , OUIGO .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to Madrid?

The earliest train from Barcelona to Madrid departs at 5:45am. The latest train departs at 9:15pm.

What is the best train operator from Barcelona to Madrid?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Iryo , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 398 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Madrid?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Iryo has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Barcelona to Madrid?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Iryo , with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Barcelona to Madrid?

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

Train Barcelona to Madrid from $56

Next train departures

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	5:25pm	Barcelona-Sants	2h 37m	8:02pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	5:25pm	Barcelona-Sants	2h 37m	8:02pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	4:00pm	Barcelona-Sants	3h 19m	7:19pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	2:55pm	Barcelona-Sants	2h 37m	5:32pm	Atocha	No tags
Train	4:00pm	Barcelona-Sants	3h 19m	7:19pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:50am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 52m	12:42pm	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	4:25pm	Barcelona-Sants	2h 37m	7:02pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:27am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 45m	10:12am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	8:45am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 52m	11:37am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:27am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 45m	10:12am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:05pm	Barcelona-Sants	2h 53m	11:58pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 37m	9:37am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 37m	9:37am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	5:45am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 52m	8:37am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 37m	9:37am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:55pm	Barcelona-Sants	2h 52m	11:47pm	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 37m	9:37am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 37m	9:37am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	5:45am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 52m	8:37am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 37m	9:37am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:45pm	Barcelona-Sants	2h 52m	4:37pm	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	2:25pm	Barcelona-Sants	2h 36m	5:01pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 37m	9:37am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	5:45am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 52m	8:37am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:00am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 37m	9:37am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:05pm	Barcelona-Sants	2h 53m	11:58pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	2:25pm	Barcelona-Sants	2h 36m	5:01pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	7:27am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 45m	10:12am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	5:45am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 52m	8:37am	Atocha	No tags
Train	7:27am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 45m	10:12am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:05pm	Barcelona-Sants	2h 53m	11:58pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Cheapest
Train	8:25am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 37m	11:02am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	8:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 19m	11:19am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	7:50am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 52m	10:42am	Atocha	No tags
Train	8:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 19m	11:19am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

Next departures for Barcelona to Madrid on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:45pm	Barcelona-Sants	2h 52m	4:37pm	Atocha	Cheapest
Train	4:25pm	Barcelona-Sants	2h 37m	7:02pm	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	Fastest
Train	8:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 19m	11:19am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags
Train	7:50am	Barcelona-Sants	2h 52m	10:42am	Atocha	No tags
Train	8:00am	Barcelona-Sants	3h 19m	11:19am	Madrid Puerta De Atocha	No tags

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Compare 3 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 2 hours 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31train per day

2h 52mAverage Duration

502 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$75 - $381	Average Duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $399	Average Duration2h 52m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$39 - $115	Average Duration6h 20m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Barcelona and Madrid?

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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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

Train companies

Renfe

4/5924 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.1

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

Iryo

4.5/5398 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.9

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

4.5/580 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.2

ES train and bus companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Barcelona to Madrid by 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 the train ticket from Barcelona to Madrid?
The cheapest train tickets from Barcelona to Madrid start at $56. The average price for this train route is around $129. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Barcelona to Madrid?
The average train trip from Barcelona to Madrid takes 2h 52m and covers 502 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 30m and is operated by OUIGO.
Which train operators serve the Barcelona to Madrid route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 31 trains available per day, including services from Renfe, Iryo, OUIGO.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Barcelona to Madrid?
The earliest train from Barcelona to Madrid departs at 5:45am. The latest train departs at 9:15pm.
What is the best train operator from Barcelona to Madrid?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Iryo, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 398 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Barcelona to Madrid?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Iryo has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Barcelona to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Iryo, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Barcelona to Madrid?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Iryo, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-05

$127

12-06

$106

Today

$63

12-08

$129

12-09

$64

12-10

$85

12-11

$77

12-12

$85

The cheapest trip from Barcelona to Madrid was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $63

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 $63 to $431 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 $64 which is on 2025-12-09.

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.