Train Madrid Barcelona

2 h 37 min From 18€
Renfe Ouigo
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Practical information

The train journey Madrid - Barcelona

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Train
From
18€*
Duration
2 h 37 min
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Bus
From
10€*
Duration
7 h 35 min
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Plane
From
21€*
Duration
1 h 15 min

* Lowest indicative prices observed.

About this route

Train Madrid Barcelona: everything you need to know

Travelling by train between Madrid and Barcelona is a practical and eco-friendly choice. Train tickets from Madrid to Barcelona are available from 18€.

This route is operated by Renfe and Ouigo, with multiple departures per week. Book in advance for the best fares.

Departures from Barcelona

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Train connections from Barcelona.

Barcelona Girona
39 min
From 17€ View tickets →
Barcelona Tarragona
30 min
From 16€ View tickets →
Barcelona Zaragoza
1 h 22 min
From 9€ View tickets →
Barcelona Pamplona
3 h 49 min
From 33€ View tickets →
Barcelona Vitoria-Gasteiz
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Barcelona Burgos
6 h 21 min
From 25€ View tickets →
Barcelona León
7 h 49 min
From 51€ View tickets →
Barcelona Marseille
4 h 55 min
From 60€ View tickets →
Frequently asked questions

Everything about the train between Madrid and Barcelona

How much does the train cost from Madrid to Barcelona?

A train ticket from Madrid to Barcelona is available from 18€. Prices vary depending on date and availability.

How long does the train journey from Madrid to Barcelona take?

The train journey between Madrid and Barcelona takes approximately 2 h 37 min.

Which train companies operate from Madrid to Barcelona?

The route from Madrid to Barcelona is operated by Renfe and Ouigo.