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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
483 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 4 trains that leave Madrid Barajas Airport for Barcelona El Prat Airport on Mon, Dec 01, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct trains cover the 483 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest trains will take 2 h 59 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a flight costs an average of €43.
Distance: 300 miles (483 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
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€61 Average price | €120 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport trains for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 5:02 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h52 | 7:54 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:22 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h59 | 10:21 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:02 AM Madrid Barajas Airport | 3h02 | 11:04 AM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:17 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h37 | 5:54 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:02 PM Madrid Barajas Airport | 2h52 | 9:54 PM Barcelona El Prat Airport | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport
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Trains from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 20:02. The fastest train covers the 300 miles (483 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 300 miles (483 km) |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 04:08 |
Last train 20:02 |
Train companies: Ouigo, iryo, AVE, Renfe AVLO from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport trainsOuigo, iryo, AVE, Renfe AVLO trains will get you between Madrid Barajas Airport and Barcelona El Prat Airport from $7 (€6). 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 Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid Barajas Airport to Barcelona El Prat Airport 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 Barcelona El Prat Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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