The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Getafe
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
2 h 52 m
Average duration
3 h 13 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
510 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Getafe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Getafe will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 4 trains that leave Barcelona for Getafe on Fri, Jul 24, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 510 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 52 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 3 h 30 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.
5:35 AM3h30Barcelona9:05 AMGetafe$331One-way0 transfers
6:40 PM3h02Barcelona9:42 PMGetafe$351One-way0 transfers
6:20 PM3h28Barcelona9:48 PMGetafe$411One-way0 transfers
4:45 AM2h52Barcelona7:37 AMGetafe$411One-way0 transfers
4:45 AM2h52Barcelona7:37 AMGetafe$411One-way0 transfers
6:40 PM3h02Barcelona9:42 PMGetafe$351One-way0 transfers
6:20 PM3h28Barcelona9:48 PMGetafe$411One-way0 transfers
5:35 AM3h30Barcelona9:05 AMGetafe$331One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Getafe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Getafe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $25, and a bus costs an average of $45.
Distance: 316 miles (510 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $118 Average price | $77 Average price | $104 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 42m Average total duration 7h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Getafe:
A train is $38 (€38) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Getafe costing on average $77 (€77).
A train is $79 (€79) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Getafe costing on average $118 (€118).
Other travel options to Getafe take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 56m.
Bus takes on average 7h 12m.
The journey is about 3h 40m faster (2h 56m by train vs 6h 36m by car) and roughly $65 (€65) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($39 (€39) vs $104 (€104)). 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 to Getafe train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Getafe trains for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:40 PM Barcelona | 3h02 | 7:42 PM Getafe | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:20 PM Barcelona | 3h28 | 9:48 PM Getafe | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 24 | |||||
![]() | 4:45 AM Barcelona | 2h52 | 7:37 AM Getafe | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:35 AM Barcelona | 3h30 | 9:05 AM Getafe | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Getafe
Trains from Barcelona to Getafe run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 316 miles (510 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 316 miles (510 km) |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€25) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: iryo, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Ouigo from Barcelona to Getafe trainsiryo, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Ouigo trains will get you between Barcelona and Getafe from $25 (€25). 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 to Getafe
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Getafe 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 Getafe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Getafe
Most Barcelona to Getafe trains use the Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Getafe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barcelona station do trains to Getafe leave from?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants 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: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
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