- Route Information
- Distance between Barcelona and Madrid is 314 miles
- Journey takes 2 hours 30 minutes on average
- AVE runs 14 daily departures from Barcelona Sants
- Night trains depart at 8:00pm, arrive at 11:17pm
- Train Stations
- Barcelona Sants station is 2.5 miles from downtown
- Madrid-Puerta de Atocha station serves as final destination
- Both stations offer amenities including restaurants and shops
- Train Services
- Three classes available: Basic, Elige, and Premium
- Free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment available
- Up to 3 pieces of luggage allowed up to 55 lbs
- Special menus for various dietary needs
- Sustainability
- Trains have lowest CO2 emissions among transportation modes
- Buses are most sustainable at 0.17 pounds CO2 per mile
- Booking Tips
- Cheapest tickets available through Alsa
- Online booking offers best deals
- Connecting trains provide additional savings
- Advance booking recommended for better prices