What is the cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Madrid?

The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Madrid is to rideshare which costs €27 - €29 and takes 7h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barcelona to Madrid?

The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Madrid is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €35 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona and Madrid?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arriving at Madrid, Avenida de América. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Barcelona and Madrid?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Barcelona to Madrid?

The distance between Barcelona and Madrid is 605 km. The road distance is 610 km.

How do I travel from Barcelona to Madrid without a car?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Madrid without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €35 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Barcelona to Madrid?

The train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes takes 2h 37m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Madrid bus from?

Barcelona to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Madrid train from?

Barcelona to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train, bus or fly from Barcelona to Madrid?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Madrid is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €35 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €70 and takes 7h 50m, you could also fly, which costs €45 - €170 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Barcelona to Madrid bus arrive?

Barcelona to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where does the Barcelona to Madrid train arrive?

Barcelona to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Can I drive from Barcelona to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Madrid is 610 km. It takes approximately 6h 10m to drive from Barcelona to Madrid.

How do I get a train ticket from Barcelona to Madrid?

Book your Barcelona to Madrid train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Barcelona to Madrid?

Book your Barcelona to Madrid bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 6834+ hotels available in Madrid.

Can I share a ride from Barcelona to Madrid?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Barcelona and Madrid. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Barcelona to Madrid - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane

There are 5 ways to get from Barcelona to Madrid by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena GrandesAve
2h 37m
€35–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Madrid, Avenida de AméricaAlsa
7h 50m
€25–70
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Barcelone to Madrid612.8 km
7h 17m
€27–29
Fly
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)BCN - MAD
3h 14m
€48–168
Drive 610 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to Madrid610 km
6h 10m
€97–140

Barcelona to Madrid by train

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Distance: 605.4 km
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Barcelona, Spain and Madrid, Spain?

Renfe AVE operates a train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes hourly. Tickets cost €55–160 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Madrid, Avenida de América every 4 hours. Tickets cost €25–65 and the journey takes 7h 50m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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