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Barcelona-Sants to Madrid Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as KWD 14.200, with the average fare for this route being approximately KWD 24.110. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • Sun, Jun 8
    From KWD 36.030
  • Mon, Jun 9
    From KWD 15.290
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 14.340
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From KWD 14.990
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 21.880
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From KWD 19.500
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 14.200
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16:58
Barcelona-Sants
19:51
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 53m, Directrenfe
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17:00
Barcelona-Sants
19:45
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 45m, Directrenfe
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17:00
Barcelona-Sants
19:52
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 52m, Directrenfe
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17:25
Barcelona-Sants
19:55
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 30m, Directrenfe
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17:25
Barcelona-Sants
20:02
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
2h 37m, Directrenfe
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17:35
Barcelona-Sants
20:05
Paris
2h 30m, Directiryo
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Barcelona-Sants to Madrid Train Route Details

For the route from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid, train tickets usually start at KWD 14.200. The trip takes about 2h 30m on average, covering around 312 miles. OUIGO, renfe, iryo typically runs 72 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
06:25
Last train
Last train
21:25
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 30m
Distance
Distance
312 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 14.200
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Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

For disabled passengers, Renfe offers up to 40% off. By spending €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the ticket type and may incur a fee.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe's Tarjeta Dorada 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. You can get a 25% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. For Avant trains, discounts vary: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Renfe Group Fare

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

Advance booking

Booking early can offer you discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the more you save. Trip.com has already highlighted the best prices, making your travel planning straightforward.

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid

Renfe trains, particularly the AVE models, provide four service categories based on fare options. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking enhanced comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders also benefit from 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

Choose from four fare types to travel from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid, sorted by price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different ticket prices may come with varying refund and change services.

Barcelona-Sants to Madrid Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the cheapest fare on AVE trains. It is not refundable or changeable.

Elige Estándar

Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is slightly more expensive than the Básico fare. This ticket option opens the possibility of refunds (70% of original ticket price) and one change free of charge along with many additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is slightly more expensive than Elige Estándar. The main difference is that the seats are XL Confort, which are wider and offer more leg room.

Prémium

Prémium is the most expensive fare, offering unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • 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

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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