What is the cheapest way to get from Atocha to Barcelona?

The cheapest way to get from Atocha to Barcelona is to bus which costs €50 - €75 and takes 7h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Atocha to Barcelona?

The fastest way to get from Atocha to Barcelona is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €55 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Atocha and Barcelona?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Atocha and Barcelona?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arriving at Barcelona-Sants. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Atocha to Barcelona?

The distance between Atocha and Barcelona is 625 km. The road distance is 609.4 km.

How do I travel from Atocha to Barcelona without a car?

The best way to get from Atocha to Barcelona without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €55 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Atocha to Barcelona?

The train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Sants takes 3h 22m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Atocha to Barcelona bus from?

Atocha to Barcelona bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Atocha to Barcelona train from?

Atocha to Barcelona train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Train or bus from Atocha to Barcelona?

The best way to get from Atocha to Barcelona is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €55 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €75 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Atocha to Barcelona bus arrive?

Atocha to Barcelona bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where does the Atocha to Barcelona train arrive?

Atocha to Barcelona train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Atocha to Barcelona?

Yes, the driving distance between Atocha to Barcelona is 609 km. It takes approximately 6h 19m to drive from Atocha to Barcelona.

How do I get a train ticket from Atocha to Barcelona?

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There are 4 ways to get from Atocha to Barcelona by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, train, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
3h 22m
€55–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nordbus ALSA - Ma-Z-Ba
7h 50m
€50–75
Drive 609.4 km
1. Drive from Atocha to Barcelonacar 609.4 km
6h 19m
€96–138
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Madrid-Atocha Cercanías to Madrid-Nuevos Ministeriostrain
2. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane MAD - BCN
3h 32m
€53–149

Atocha to Barcelona by train

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Distance: 624.5 km
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Atocha, Madrid, Spain and Barcelona, Spain?

Renfe AVE operates a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Sants every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €95–170 and the journey takes 3h 22m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord 3 times a day. Tickets cost €50–75 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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