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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín
Cheapest price on Sep 19
kr582
Average ticket price on Sep 19
kr1312
Fastest journey on Sep 19
3 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
3 h 2 m
Trains on Sep 19
24
Distance
501 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín will cost around kr1312 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr582.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 24 trains from Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín, including 24 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 501 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 Sat, Sep 19 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.
061805:20 PM3h02Barcelona Sants8:22 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandeskr5821One-way0 transfers- 062007:40 PM3h02Barcelona Sants10:42 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandeskr6771One-way0 transfers
- 063603:52 PM3h24Barcelona Sants7:16 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandeskr6801One-way0 transfers
031724:58 PM3h18Barcelona Sants8:16 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandeskr6861One-way0 transfers- 060141:13 PM3h24Barcelona Sants4:37 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandeskr6941One-way0 transfers
- 060707:05 AM3h02Barcelona Sants10:07 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandeskr12411One-way0 transfers
- 061805:20 PM3h02Barcelona Sants8:22 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandeskr5821One-way0 transfers
- 062007:40 PM3h02Barcelona Sants10:42 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandeskr6771One-way0 transfers
- 0632012:14 PM3h02Barcelona Sants3:16 PMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandeskr12981One-way0 transfers
- 030808:25 AM3h02Barcelona Sants11:27 AMMadrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandeskr18611One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr468 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr468, while a flight costs an average of kr2950.
Distance: 311 miles (501 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr867 Average price | kr468 Average price Cheapest | kr2950 Average price | kr1433 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín:
A bus is kr399 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín costing on average kr867.
A bus is kr2482 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín costing on average kr2950.
Other travel options to Madrid Chamartín take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 10m.
Bus takes on average 8h 31m.
The journey is about 3h 16m faster (3h 10m by train vs 6h 26m by car) and roughly kr566 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (kr867 vs kr1433). 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 AVE, iryo, Renfe AVLO.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06210 | 8:28 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h24 | 11:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
| 03302 | 6:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 9:52 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06070 | 7:05 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 10:07 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06080 | 7:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h25 | 11:15 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03080 | 8:25 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 11:27 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06012 | 8:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h31 | 12:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03092 | 9:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h24 | 12:24 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03304 | 9:55 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h49 | 1:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06110 | 10:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h04 | 1:49 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03112 | 11:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 2:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06020 | 11:19 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h23 | 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03322 | 12:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 3:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06320 | 12:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 3:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06014 | 1:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h24 | 4:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06350 | 2:12 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h15 | 5:27 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03152 | 3:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 6:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06360 | 3:52 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h24 | 7:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03162 | 4:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 7:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03172 | 4:58 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h18 | 8:16 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06180 | 5:20 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 8:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03182 | 6:02 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 9:46 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03192 | 6:38 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h37 | 10:15 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06190 | 6:53 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h17 | 10:10 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 06200 | 7:40 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h02 | 10:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 03310 | 8:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h44 | 11:44 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín
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Trains from Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr173 if you book in advance.
There are 31 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:40, the last at 18:28. The fastest train covers the 311 miles (501 km) distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 311 miles (501 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price kr173 |
Trains per day 31 |
Direct trains 31 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 3:40 AM |
Last train 6:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: AVE, iryo, Renfe AVLO from Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín trainsAVE, iryo, Renfe AVLO trains will get you between Barcelona and Madrid Chamartín from kr173. 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 Madrid Chamartín
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín 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 Chamartín, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín
Most Barcelona to Madrid Chamartín trains use the Barcelona Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Madrid Chamartín train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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