Train to Madrid from Barcelona
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Leave Barcelona behind for a few hours and travel to Madrid on a high-speed train. Explore the capital city and all its iconic monuments with a tour bus ride included!
Train Barcelona to Madrid
The train will depart at 7:05 am from Barcelona-Sants station and arrive at Madrid Puerta de Atocha three hours and 15 minutes later. Welcome to the capital city of Spain!
You'll have the day to yourself to explore the most important places in Madrid. In the centre you'll discover spectacular squares like Puerta del Sol and the Plaza Mayor. You can also walk along the iconic Gran Vía highstreet to see some of the city's most historic buildings.
If you fancy some shopping, you can head to Calle de Serrano and Goya where you can visit some of the most luxurious boutiques. You can also enjoy the city's cultural side at the Prado Museum or the Reina Sofia, where you'll see works by Goya, Velázquez and even Picasso's famous Guernica!
The train back to Barcelona will depart at 7:30 pm from the Puerta de Atocha station. You'll be back in Barcelona by 10:45 pm.
Tour Bus
This trip includes a 24-hour ticket for the Madrid tour bus. You can hop on and off as many times as you like to see iconic landmarks such as Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium, the Las Ventas bullring, Plaza Colón and Calle de Serrano. Check out the map with the routes and stops.
Price
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Duration
15 hours 40 minutes.
Included
Return ticket from Barcelona to Madrid in high speed ticket.
24 hour ticket for Madrid tour bus.
When to book?
Book as soon as possible to guarantee availability, especially during public holidays and festivities.
Ticket
Once your booking has been confirmed, you will receive an email containing your booking voucher. Please print it out or download on your smartphone/tablet to show on the day of the activity.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you still have more questions, check out our section on frequently asked questions. If you need help to book an activity or have any enquiries, please contact us.
Accessibility
No (not suitable for people with reduced mobility).
Meeting point
Barcelona-Sants train station.
