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 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona and Madrid?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcelona and arriving at Madrid. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 20m.

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 - €170.

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 FlixBus-eu, depart from Barcelona 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 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 20m, you could also fly, which costs €45 - €180 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Barcelona to Madrid bus arrive?

Barcelona to Madrid bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, arrive at Madrid 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.

Where can I stay near Madrid?

There are 6756+ 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 - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane

There are 6 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
€35–170
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Barcelone to Madrid612.8 km
7h 17m
€27–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona to MadridFlixBus N1138
7h 20m
Fly
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)BCN - MAD
3h 13m
€48–178
Bus via Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
1. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)Alsa
8h 4m
€52–73
Drive 610 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to Madrid610 km
6h 10m
€96–139

Barcelona to Madrid by train

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2h 37mAverage Duration

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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 €65–170 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus-eu operates a bus from Barcelona to Madrid once daily, and the journey takes 7h 20m.

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