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How to Travel from

Madrid City Center to Barcelona

by Plane, Rideshare or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Vueling Airlines

Website:
vueling.com/
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Barcelona–El
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$189.87

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Barcelona–El
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$35.44–$291.13

Air Europa

Website:
aireuropa.com
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Barcelona–El
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$39.24–$215.18

Iberia

Website:
iberia.com/
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Barcelona–El
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$189.87

Royal Jordanian

Website:
rj.com/
Plane from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport to Barcelona–El
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$82.28–$151.89

Train operators

Renfe Viajeros

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$58.23–$82.28

Renfe AVE

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$88.60

iryo

Phone:
+34 910 150 000
Website:
iryo.eu/es/home
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.71–$94.93

Ouigo

Phone:
+34 910 780 990
Website:
ouigo.com/es
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
Ave. Duration:
3h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$25.32–$35.44

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Barcelona,
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$58.23–$88.60

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Barcelona,
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.10–$69.62

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur to Barcelona
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$25.32–$41.77

Other operators

BlaBlaCar.es

Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Madrid to Barcelone
Ave. Duration:
7h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$36.05

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid City Center to Barcelona is to rideshare which costs $30.96 and takes 7h 13m.

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

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

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madrid Mendez Alvaro Estacion Sur and arriving at Barcelona Sants Central Bus Station station. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 9h 30m.

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

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

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

Yes, there are direct flights between Madrid City Center and Barcelona; these take 1h 15m and cost $20.65 - $97.83 .

How far is it from Madrid City Center to Barcelona?

The distance between Madrid City Center and Barcelona is 605 km. The road distance is 620.2 km.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Madrid City Center to Barcelona is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $21.74 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $35.87 and takes 9h 30m, you could also fly, which costs $28.26 - $108.70 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Madrid City Center to Barcelona bus arrive?

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

Where does the Madrid City Center to Barcelona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madrid City Center to Barcelona?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid City Center to Barcelona is 620 km. It takes approximately 5h 58m to drive from Madrid City Center to Barcelona.

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

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Barcelona?

There are 5050+ hotels available in Barcelona. Prices start at $44.15 per night.

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

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