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Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín train timetable

Arranging travel from Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from 22,00 EUR, with the typical price for this route being about 55,13 EUR. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
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06:25
2 tuntia 52 minuuttia, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
09:17
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
OUIGO
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08:30
9 tuntia 7 minuuttia, Changes required
Barcelona-Sants
17:37
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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10:15
7 tuntia 23 minuuttia, Changes required
Barcelona-Sants
17:38
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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10:40
2 tuntia 52 minuuttia, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
13:32
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
OUIGO
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11:05
6 tuntia 33 minuuttia, Changes required
Barcelona-Sants
17:38
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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11:05
7 tuntia 33 minuuttia, Changes required
Barcelona-Sants
18:38
Paris
RENFE
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Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín Train Route Details

The train ticket from Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín typically costs from 22,00 EUR. The journey averages 2 tuntia 37 minuuttia in travel time and covers an approximate distance of 504 km. OUIGO, RENFE generally offers 11 trains per day on this route. For planning purposes, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
06:25
Last train
Last train
20:40
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2 tuntia 37 minuuttia
Distance
Distance
504 km
Price
Price
From 22,00 EUR
Train operators
Train operators

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers a variety of discounts for AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers, granting special benefits across numerous routes. Availability is limited and depends on the route, time of travel, and specific conditions.

Spanish train offers

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25 with the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. The card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. With this scheme, you can enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE International trains, or a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe provides discounts for large families in Spain, offering 20% for general category families and 50% for special category families on most train services, including AVE (high-speed) and Larga Distancia (long-distance) trains. However, these discounts do not apply to AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. For single-parent families, discounts are valid only on Rodalies trains in Catalonia when using the relevant certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. 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: during weekdays, you can get a 25% discount, while on weekends, you can receive a 40% discount. Note that all services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets. The same applies to whether changes and refunds are allowed.

Advance booking

Save up to 70% on Renfe AVE Básico tickets by booking 3 months ahead. Trip.com shows detailed fare lists. By planning your travel in advance, you can take advantage of these significant discounts and enjoy a more budget-friendly journey.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe's discounts for disabled people offer up to 40% off, though you will need to spend €6 on a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Please note that the discount on Avant trains is greater on weekends. If you wish to refund or change your ticket, it will depend on the type of ticket chosen and may incur a fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín

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.

Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín Renfe ticket types

For a trip from Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín, you can choose among four fare types, sorted by price from the least to the most expensive: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. The refund and change services vary with each fare.

Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín Renfe ticket types

Básico

The Básico fare on AVE trains is the most affordable option, but it does not allow for refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

Slightly more costly than the Básico fare, the Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains comes with the flexibility of 70% refunds and one free ticket change, plus numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

The Elige Confort fare is somewhat more expensive than the Elige Estándar fare. The key difference lies in the wider seats and greater amount of leg room.

Prémium

Prémium, being the most expensive fare, offers the advantage of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in advance

    Book in advance

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  • Buy a return ticket

    Buy a return ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Consider Básico or Inicial ticket types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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