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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Barcelona is to rideshare which costs €30 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Barcelona is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €25 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Barcelona?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madrid, Avenida de América and arriving at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid and Barcelona?

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

How far is it from Madrid to Barcelona?

The distance between Madrid and Barcelona is 605 km. The road distance is 608.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Madrid to Barcelona without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €25 - €85.

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

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

Where do I catch the Madrid to Barcelona bus from?

Madrid to Barcelona bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Barcelona train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Madrid to Barcelona?

The best way to get from Madrid to Barcelona is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €25 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €70 and takes 8h 5m, you could also fly, which costs €45 - €180 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Madrid to Barcelona bus arrive?

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

Where does the Madrid to Barcelona train arrive?

Madrid to Barcelona train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Madrid to Barcelona?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Barcelona is 609 km. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Madrid to Barcelona.

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

Book your Madrid to Barcelona bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Barcelona?

There are 5576+ hotels available in Barcelona.

Can I share a ride from Madrid to Barcelona?

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Madrid to Barcelona 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 Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-SantsAve
2h 37m
€25–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos NordAlsa
8h 5m
€25–70
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Madrid to Barcelone609.1 km
7h 13m
€30
Fly
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)MAD - BCN
3h 30m
€48–180
Drive 608.7 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Barcelona608.7 km
6h 17m
€96–138

Madrid to Barcelona by train

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Distance: 605.4 km
Duration: 2h 37m

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

Renfe AVE operates a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Sants hourly. Tickets cost €50–75 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord twice daily. Tickets cost €25–70 and the journey takes 8h 5m. FlixBus-eu also services this route once daily.

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