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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Cheapest price on Aug 30
€89
Average ticket price on Aug 30
€139
Fastest journey on Aug 30
3 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
3 h 2 m
Trains on Aug 30
17
Distance
495 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes will cost around €139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €89.
On Sun, Aug 30, we found 17 trains from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, including 17 direct services.
On Sun, Aug 30 the direct trains cover the 495 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
On Sun, Aug 30 the slowest trains will take 3 h 2 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
064207:35 AM3h30Barcelona Sants11:05 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€891One-way0 transfers- 074107:35 AM3h30Barcelona Sants11:05 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€891One-way0 transfers
060807:50 AM3h25Barcelona Sants11:15 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1211One-way0 transfers- 062108:28 PM3h24Barcelona Sants11:52 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1231One-way0 transfers
- 060141:13 PM3h24Barcelona Sants4:37 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1281One-way0 transfers
- 061805:20 PM3h02Barcelona Sants8:22 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€2011One-way0 transfers
- 061502:50 PM3h02Barcelona Sants5:52 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1351One-way0 transfers
- 065401:50 PM3h02Barcelona Sants4:52 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1291One-way0 transfers
- 065705:40 PM3h02Barcelona Sants8:42 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1491One-way0 transfers
- 0632012:14 PM3h02Barcelona Sants3:16 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes€1331One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, while a flight costs an average of €245.
Distance: 307 miles (495 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€61 Average price | €245 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €101 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes:
A bus is €26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes costing on average €61.
A bus is €210 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes costing on average €245.
Other travel options to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 4m.
Bus takes on average 7h 42m.
The journey is about 3h 21m faster (3h 4m by train vs 6h 25m by car) and roughly €41 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€61 vs €101). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with iryo, SNCF OUIGO.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes trains for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06070 | On time 7:05 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 10:07 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06420 | On time 7:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h30 | 11:05 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 07410 | 7:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h30 | 11:05 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06080 | On time 7:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h25 | 11:15 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06012 | Delayed 8:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h31 | 10:16 AM 10:16 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06500 | On time 10:40 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 1:57 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06110 | On time 10:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h04 | 1:49 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06020 | On time 11:18 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h24 | 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06320 | On time 12:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 3:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06014 | Delayed 1:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h24 | 2:37 PM 2:37 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06350 | Delayed 2:12 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h15 | 3:27 PM 3:27 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06360 | On time 3:52 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h24 | 7:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06180 | On time 5:20 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 8:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06570 | On time 5:40 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 8:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06190 | On time 6:53 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06610 | Delayed 8:20 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h28 | 9:48 PM 9:48 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
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Trains from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €17 by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 307 miles (495 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 307 miles (495 km) |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 3:45 AM |
Last train 6:35 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: iryo, SNCF OUIGO from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes trainsiryo, SNCF OUIGO trains will get you between Barcelona El Prat Airport and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes
Most Barcelona El Prat Airport to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes trains use the Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona El Prat Airport and Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes from Madrid city centre
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes train station facilities and services
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
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