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

The cheapest way to get from Atocha to Sants is to bus which costs €50 - €75 and takes 7h 35m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Atocha and Sants?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Atocha and Sants?

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 Sants?

The distance between Atocha and Sants is 625 km. The road distance is 606.1 km.

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

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

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

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 Sants bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Atocha to Sants train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Atocha to Sants?

The best way to get from Atocha to Sants is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €55 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €75 and takes 7h 35m, you could also fly, which costs €50 - €150 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Atocha to Sants bus arrive?

Atocha to Sants bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants station.

Where does the Atocha to Sants train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Atocha to Sants?

Yes, the driving distance between Atocha to Sants is 606 km. It takes approximately 6h 8m to drive from Atocha to Sants.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Atocha to Sants?

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Where can I stay near Sants?

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There are 5 ways to get from Atocha to Sants by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, 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, Estación de Autobuses de Santsbus ALSA - Ma-Z-Ba
7h 35m
€50–75
Drive 606.1 km
1. Drive from Atocha to Santscar 606.1 km
6h 8m
€96–139
Fly
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane MAD - BCN
3h 25m
€52–149
Bus via Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid)
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Santsbus ALSA - Ma-Z-Ba
9h 24m
€57–84

Atocha to Sants by train

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Distance: 624.5 km
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Atocha, Madrid, Spain and Sants, 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, Estación de Autobuses de Sants 3 times a day. Tickets cost €50–75 and the journey takes 7h 35m.

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