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

The cheapest way to get from Barajas to Barcelona is to bus which costs €50 - €85 and takes 8h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barajas to Barcelona is to fly which takes 3h 4m and costs €45 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Barajas and Barcelona?

No, there is no direct bus from Barajas to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Av.Logroño-Algemesi and arriving at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants via Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Barajas and Barcelona?

No, there is no direct train from Barajas to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arriving at Barcelona-Sants via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Barajas to Barcelona?

The distance between Barajas and Barcelona is 626 km. The road distance is 601.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Barajas to Barcelona without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs €60 - €170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Barajas to Barcelona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barajas to Barcelona bus from?

Barajas to Barcelona bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) station.

Where do I catch the Barajas to Barcelona train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Barajas to Barcelona?

The best way to get from Barajas to Barcelona is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs €60 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €85 and takes 8h 43m, you could also fly, which costs €45 - €160 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Barajas to Barcelona bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barajas to Barcelona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barajas to Barcelona?

Yes, the driving distance between Barajas to Barcelona is 601 km. It takes approximately 6h 12m to drive from Barajas to Barcelona.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Barajas to Barcelona 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 50m
€62–168
Fly
cheapest
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane MAD - BCN
3h 4m
€49–157
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Santsbus ALSA - Ma-Z-Ba
8h 43m
€51–82
Drive 601.2 km
1. Drive from Barajas to Barcelonacar 601.2 km
6h 12m
€95–137
Bus via Barcelona - North Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Madrid - Barajas Airport T4 to Barcelona - North Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
10h 43m
€62–112

Barajas to Barcelona by bus and train

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Distance: 626.4 km
Duration: 3h 50m

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

Renfe AVE operates a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Sants every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €90–160 and the journey takes 3h 2m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants every 3 hours. Tickets cost €50–80 and the journey takes 7h 35m.

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