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

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Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from € 50.59, with the typical price for this route being about € 76.50. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
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10:15
7h 23m, No direct
Barcelona-Sants
17:38
Madrid-Chamartín
renfe
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10:40
2h 52m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
13:32
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
OUIGO
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11:05
6h 33m, No direct
Barcelona-Sants
17:38
Madrid-Chamartín
RENFE
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13:50
2h 37m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
16:27
Madrid-Puerta De Atocha
OUIGO
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16:15
7h 3m, No direct
Barcelona-Sants
23:18
Madrid-Chamartín
renfe
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17:40
2h 37m, Direct
Barcelona-Sants
20:17
Paris
OUIGO
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Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín usually begin at € 50.59. The average travel time is about 2h 37m, spanning a distance of roughly 500 km. OUIGO, renfe, RENFE provides around 12 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
05:50
Last train
Last train
20:40
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 37m
Distance
Distance
500 km
Price
Price
From € 50.59
Train Operators
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Spanish train offers

Renfe provides significant discounts on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, delivering exclusive savings on certain routes. Availability is limited and influenced by the train's schedule, selected routes, and conditions of the offer.

Spanish train offers

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains can receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy up to a 50% discount. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for consideration. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If cancellation is necessary, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe provides young people aged 14 to 25 with up to 30% off train fares through the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card is valid for one year and cannot be transferred. It offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

For those aged over 60, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. Travelling on AVE and AVE international trains grants a 25% discount. On Avant trains, discounts are 25% on weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets match those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Advance booking

Advance bookings can provide discounts up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, while other routes offer cheaper prices the earlier you book. Trip.com has already indicated the lowest prices, making your travel planning easy.

Renfe Children Fare

Children aged 4 to 13 receive a 40% discount on ticket fares with Renfe. They are entitled to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or get refunds based on the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not have a reserved seat. Note that, on Cercanías trains, the free travel age limit without a seat is under six years old.

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. The seating types are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

All AVE trains have high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and can accommodate up to three bags. The Standard seats are designed for regular commuters or people on budget. You can enjoy a quiet time to rest, read, or work in a silent coach. Onboard dining options include a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort is designed for those who pursue a higher quality of travel, and offers more services, including wider seats and more legroom. With Prémium tickets, you can also enjoy the Premium Menu at your seat, as well as snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín Renfe ticket types

Choose from four fare types to travel from Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín, listed by price from lowest to highest: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type offers different levels of refund and change services.

Barcelona to Madrid-Chamartín Renfe ticket types

Básico

For the most budget-friendly option on AVE trains, choose Básico, though it does not permit refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

On AVE trains, the Elige Estándar fare costs slightly more than the Básico fare. This ticket type allows for 70% refunds, one free ticket change and includes many extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort, which is marginally more expensive than Elige Estándar, features wider seats and allows for refunds and changes.

Prémium

The Prémium fare is the most costly, offering the benefit of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60-90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • Buy a Return ticket

    Buy a Return ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outward and returning journeys, 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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