The cheapest and fastest trains from Madrid to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
496 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Madrid 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 to Barcelona El Prat Airport will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 19 trains that leave Madrid for Barcelona El Prat Airport on Fri, Nov 28, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 496 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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.
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06161Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Madrid to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madrid 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 €54.
Distance: 308 miles (496 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€64 Average price | €146 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
3h 14m Average total duration 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration 6h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Madrid to Barcelona El Prat Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Madrid to Barcelona El Prat Airport trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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06261 | On time 5:08 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 8:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06471 | On time 6:02 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 8:54 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06271 | On time 6:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 8:59 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06281 | On time 7:32 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 10:09 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06011 | On time 8:57 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 11:49 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06501 | Delayed 9:02 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 3h02 | 12:04 PM 12:04 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06111 | On time 10:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 1:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06121 | On time 11:22 AM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 2:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06541 | On time 1:12 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 3:49 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06151 | On time 2:38 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h47 | 5:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06161 | On time 3:37 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 6:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06571 | On time 4:17 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 6:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06171 | On time 4:22 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 7:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06181 | On time 5:32 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h37 | 8:09 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06013 | On time 6:29 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 9:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
06611 | On time 8:02 PM Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes | 2h52 | 10:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madrid to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Trains from Madrid to Barcelona El Prat Airport run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 20:02. The fastest train covers the 308 miles (496 km) distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 308 miles (496 km) |
Average train duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 04:08 |
Last train 20:02 |
Train companies: Ouigo, iryo, AVE, Renfe Viajeros from Madrid to Barcelona El Prat Airport trainsOuigo, iryo, AVE, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Madrid 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 to Barcelona El Prat Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madrid 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Madrid to Barcelona El Prat Airport
- 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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