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Find the best prices from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants

Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants, along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.

Cheapest train of the day
AED 236.09
12:3019:20
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AED 236.09
Tue2Dec
Cheapest train of the day
AED 274.25
11:3018:29
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AED 274.25
Wed3Dec
Cheapest train of the day
AED 337.70
11:3018:29
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AED 337.70
Thu4Dec
Cheapest train of the day
AED 352.36
11:4521:11
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AED 352.36
Fri5Dec
Cheapest train of the day
AED 364.35
12:0021:11
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AED 364.35
Sat6Dec
Cheapest train of the day
AED 285.95
06:1515:10
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AED 285.95
Sun7Dec
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AED 300.03
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Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants train timetable

Thinking of traveling from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just AED 236.09, with the average price for this route being around AED 210.99. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
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10:02
3h 2m, Direct
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
13:04
Barcelona-Sants
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11:30
6h 49m, Changes required
Madrid-Chamartín
18:19
Barcelona-Sants
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11:30
6h 59m, Changes required
Madrid-Chamartín
18:29
Barcelona-Sants
RENFE
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11:45
9h 6m, Changes required
Madrid-Chamartín
20:51
Barcelona-Sants
RENFE
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11:45
9h 26m, Changes required
Madrid-Chamartín
21:11
Barcelona-Sants
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12:05
9h 34m, Changes required
Madrid-Chamartín
21:39
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Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants Train Route Details

For the route from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants, train tickets usually start at AED 236.09. The trip takes about 2h 37m on average, covering around 500 km. OUIGO, RENFE typically runs 18 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
07:02
Last train
Last train
21:02
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 37m
Distance
Distance
500 km
Price
Price
From AED 236.09
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.

Spanish train offers

Advance booking

By booking in advance, you can benefit from discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes can be reserved up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the lower the price. Trip.com highlights the cheapest prices, simplifying your travel planning.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled passengers can benefit from Renfe's discounts, with savings of up to 40%. For just €6, you can get a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is greater during weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets are subject to the type of ticket and may incur a fee.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

With the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25. This card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. Enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children are allowed to select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or request refunds based on the ticket type, which may involve a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

With the Tarjeta Dorada, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the rules for changes and refunds.

Onboard Renfe trains from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. Seating options are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are for passengers seeking higher comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

Select from four fare types for your trip from Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants, arranged in order of price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type has different conditions for refunds and changes.

Madrid-Chamartín to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the least expensive fare available on AVE trains, and it comes with no refund or change options.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit more expensive compared to the Básico fare. This ticket option includes the ability to get 70% refund of the original ticket price and make one free change, along with several extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is a bit pricier than Elige Estándar. The primary distinction is the wider seats, and it also offers the option for refunds and changes.

Prémium

As the most expensive fare, Prémium includes unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

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    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

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