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Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants Train Prices and Times

Planning a journey from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets for as low as KWD 15.490, with average prices for this route around KWD 20.890. We suggest exploring methods like split tickets to ensure you get the most affordable fares.
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 25.440
  • Sun, Jun 15
    From KWD 25.440
  • Mon, Jun 16
    From KWD 15.490
  • Tue, Jun 17
    From KWD 15.490
  • Wed, Jun 18
    From KWD 20.280
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From KWD 23.970
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From KWD 23.790
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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21:02
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
23:54
Barcelona-Sants
2h 52m, DirectOUIGO
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Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants Train Route Details

For the route from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants, train tickets usually start at KWD 15.490. The trip takes about 2h 37m on average, covering around 311 miles. OUIGO, renfe typically runs 12 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
06:15
Last train
Last train
21:02
Departure station
Departure station
Madrid-Chamartín
Arrival station
Arrival station
Barcelona-Sants
Journey time
Journey time
2h 37m
Distance
Distance
311 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 15.490
Train operators
Train operators
OUIGO, renfe

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 Young Persons Fare

With the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25. This card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. Enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

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.

Advance booking

By booking in advance, you can benefit from discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes can be reserved up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the lower the price. Trip.com highlights the cheapest prices, simplifying your travel planning.

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 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 Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants

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.

Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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