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How to Travel from

Barcelona to Madrid City Center

by Plane, Rideshare or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Vueling Airlines

Website:
vueling.com/
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Adolfo
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$189.87

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Adolfo
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$36.71–$291.13

Air Europa

Website:
aireuropa.com
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Adolfo
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$39.24–$215.18

Iberia

Website:
iberia.com/
Plane from Barcelona–El Prat Airport to Adolfo
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$189.87

Train operators

Renfe Viajeros

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$59.49–$82.28

Renfe AVE

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$88.60

iryo

Phone:
+34 910 150 000
Website:
iryo.eu/es/home
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$94.93

Ouigo

Phone:
+34 910 780 990
Website:
ouigo.com/es
Train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Madrid,
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$60.76–$88.60

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Madrid,
Ave. Duration:
6h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$49.37–$69.62

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Barcelona Sants Central Bus Station to Madrid
Ave. Duration:
10h 1m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$26.58–$43.04

Other operators

BlaBlaCar.es

Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Barcelone to Madrid
Ave. Duration:
7h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$34.18–$36.71

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to Madrid City Center is to rideshare which costs $29.35 - $31.52 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barcelona to Madrid City Center is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $21.74 - $81.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona and Madrid City Center?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Barcelona Sants Central Bus Station station and arriving at Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur. Services depart once a week, and operate Wednesday. The journey takes approximately 10h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Barcelona and Madrid City Center?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Madrid-Puerta De Atocha. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Barcelona to Madrid City Center?

The distance between Barcelona and Madrid City Center is 605 km. The road distance is 620 km.

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

The best way to get from Barcelona to Madrid City Center without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $21.74 - $81.52 .

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

The train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta De Atocha takes 2h 37m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Madrid City Center bus from?

Barcelona to Madrid City Center bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Barcelona Sants Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to Madrid City Center train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Barcelona to Madrid City Center?

The best way to get from Barcelona to Madrid City Center is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $21.74 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus via Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid), which costs $43.48 - $81.52 and takes 8h 35m, you could also fly, which costs $28.26 - $108.70 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Barcelona to Madrid City Center bus arrive?

Barcelona to Madrid City Center bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur station.

Where does the Barcelona to Madrid City Center train arrive?

Barcelona to Madrid City Center train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid-Puerta De Atocha station.

Can I drive from Barcelona to Madrid City Center?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to Madrid City Center is 620 km. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Barcelona to Madrid City Center.

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

Book your Barcelona to Madrid City Center train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Barcelona to Madrid City Center bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Madrid City Center?

There are 6258+ hotels available in Madrid City Center. Prices start at $41.36 per night.

Can I share a ride from Barcelona to Madrid City Center?

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