The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Badalona
Cheapest price
$104
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
513 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid to Badalona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Madrid to Badalona will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
Of the 17 trains that leave Madrid for Badalona on Mon, Jun 08, 17 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 08 the direct trains cover the 513 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 Mon, Jun 08 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.
060119:57 AM3h24Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes1:21 PMBarcelona Sants$1041One-way0 transfers
0611111:22 AM3h17Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes2:39 PMBarcelona Sants$1061One-way0 transfers
065019:31 AM3h27Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes12:58 PMBarcelona Sants$1091One-way0 transfers
065411:42 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes4:44 PMBarcelona Sants$1091One-way0 transfers
0612112:22 PM3h17Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes3:39 PMBarcelona Sants$1141One-way0 transfers
061513:52 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes6:54 PMBarcelona Sants$1661One-way0 transfers
060818:22 AM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:24 AMBarcelona Sants$1351One-way0 transfers
061614:37 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes7:39 PMBarcelona Sants$1181One-way0 transfers
065714:22 PM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes7:24 PMBarcelona Sants$1211One-way0 transfers
062818:50 AM3h02Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:52 AMBarcelona Sants$1351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Madrid to Badalona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Badalona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 318 miles (513 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest | $115 Average price | $124 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Badalona:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Badalona costing on average $49 (€40).
A bus is $83 (€68) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Badalona costing on average $115 (€94).
Other travel options to Badalona take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 55m.
Bus takes on average 7h 50m.
The journey is about 3h 33m faster (2h 55m by train vs 6h 28m by car) and roughly $76 (€62) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($49 (€40) vs $124 (€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, Ouigo Spain, SNCF OUIGO.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Madrid to Badalona train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Badalona trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06261 | Delayed 6:09 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h26 | 7:35 AM 7:35 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06471 | Delayed 6:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h23 | 7:45 AM 7:45 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06071 | Delayed 7:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 8:24 AM 8:24 AMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06081 | On time 8:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:24 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06281 | On time 8:50 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 11:52 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06501 | 9:31 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h27 | 12:58 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06011 | 9:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h24 | 1:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06111 | 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 2:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06121 | 12:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h17 | 3:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06541 | 1:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 4:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06021 | 2:42 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h24 | 6:06 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06151 | 3:52 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 6:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06571 | 4:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 7:24 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Badalona
Trains from Madrid to Badalona run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:02. The fastest train covers the 318 miles (513 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 318 miles (513 km) |
Average train duration 2h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 9:02 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: iryo, Ouigo Spain, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo from Madrid to Badalona trainsiryo, Ouigo Spain, SNCF OUIGO, AVE, Renfe Viajeros, Ouigo trains will get you between Madrid and Badalona from $12 (€10). 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 to Badalona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid to Badalona 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 Badalona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid to Badalona
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free WiFi in the station and on all Renfe trains.
- Open daily from 05:30 to 22:00.
- Passion Food
- La Barrila
- Enrique Tomás
- Pic Nic
- Foodissimo!
- PureGusto
- Burger King
- Wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms, lobby shopping area.
- 60 Balconies Urban Stay
- Only YOU Hotel Atocha
- SLEEP’N Atocha
- Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- On the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Metro lines: 1
- Bus lines: 10, 14, 24, 26, 32, 37, 54, 57, 59, 85, 86, 102, 121, 203
- Train lines: C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C7, C8, C10
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