Madrid to Barcelona (or vice versa)

  • Train : Alta Velocidad Española (AVE)
  • Duration : Scenic Day Trips
Madrid to Barcelona (or vice versa)

Journey Highlights

  • High Speed and efficient  travel between  Madrid to Barcelona
  • Comfortable and convenient 
  • City centre to city centre avoiding cumbersome airports
  • Excellent service on board


  • Overview
  • Journey Dates
  • Inclusions & Exclusions
  • Notes – Remarks
  • Pricing
The Madrid to Barcelona train journey on AVE trains is not just a journey but a very pleasant experience to admire the beauty of Spanish countryside in comfort and elegance. Travel time from Madrid to Barcelona with the high speed AVE trains in just under 3 hours with 15 daily departures. The train stations are easily accessible from the very centre of both cities combined with excellent service on board the train, it eliminates the need to travel to airports and fly. 

Train Departure Schedule

  • 2024 : January - March , April - June , July - September , October - December
  • 2025 : July - September , January - March , April - June , October - December

Places Covered

Tarragona, Zaragoza and Guadalajara
15 Daily Departures each way 

Inclusions

  • Seat Fare with reservations
Tickets for AVE trains can be part of a Europe Rail Pass or individual tickets for sectors can be purchased. Advance reservations are mandatory on AVE trains.It is possible for 2nd class Pass holders to travel in 'Preferente', when they pay the reservation and the difference of the fare between 'Preferente' and 'Turista'.

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