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Museo del Prado
World-class art museum with masterpieces by Velázquez, Goya, and Bosch; essential for Spanish and European painting.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barrio Nuevo to Madrid among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $80.
Distance: 310 miles (499 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$109 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $134 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barrio Nuevo to Madrid:
A flight is $75 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barrio Nuevo to Madrid costing on average $109 (€88).
Other travel options to Madrid take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 22m.
Bus takes on average 5h 50m.
The journey is about 1h 51m faster (4h 22m by train vs 6h 13m by car) and roughly $24 (€20) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($109 (€88) vs $134 (€108)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Trains from Barrio Nuevo to Madrid run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€64) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 16:05. The fastest train covers the 310 miles (499 km) distance in 4h 21m.
Distance 310 miles (499 km) |
Average train duration 4h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€64) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 4h 21m |
First train 7:05 AM |
Last train 4:05 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
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Tripe stew with chorizo and morcilla in a rich sauce. A classic old Madrid tavern dish with deep local roots.
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Moderate for Western Europe: hotels vary, dining is reasonable, and public transport is good value for tourists.
Tipping is modest: round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes -> Puerta del Sol, Madrid
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barrio Nuevo to Madrid 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barrio Nuevo to Madrid trains use the San Fernando Bahía Sur to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station pair. Use this guide to compare Barrio Nuevo and Madrid train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes is 1 km from Madrid city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Passion Food, La Barrila, Enrique Tomás, Pic Nic, Foodissimo!, PureGusto, Burger King
Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00. Information desks are on the ground floor of the main concourse.
Luggage storage is open daily from 05:30 to 22:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes: Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
Nearby hotels include 60 Balconies Urban Stay, Only YOU Hotel Atocha, SLEEP’N Atocha.
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