What is the cheapest way to get from Barcelona Airport to Madrid?

The cheapest way to get from Barcelona Airport to Madrid is to bus which costs €55 - €95 and takes 9h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barcelona Airport to Madrid?

The fastest way to get from Barcelona Airport to Madrid is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs €50 - €150.

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona Airport and Madrid?

No, there is no direct bus from Barcelona Airport to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Aeroport T1 - Arribades and arriving at Madrid, Avenida de América via Gran Via Corts Catalanes and Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Barcelona Airport and Madrid?

No, there is no direct train from Barcelona Airport to Madrid. However, there are services departing from Aeroport T1 and arriving at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes via El Prat de Llobregat and Barcelona-Sants. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Barcelona Airport to Madrid?

The distance between Barcelona Airport and Madrid is 621 km. The road distance is 604.3 km.

How do I travel from Barcelona Airport to Madrid without a car?

The best way to get from Barcelona Airport to Madrid without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs €60 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Barcelona Airport to Madrid?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Barcelona Airport to Madrid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barcelona Airport to Madrid bus from?

Barcelona Airport to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where do I catch the Barcelona Airport to Madrid train from?

Barcelona Airport to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train, bus or fly from Barcelona Airport to Madrid?

The best way to get from Barcelona Airport to Madrid is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs €60 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €95 and takes 9h 43m, you could also fly, which costs €50 - €150 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Barcelona Airport to Madrid bus arrive?

Barcelona Airport to Madrid bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Madrid, Avenida de América station.

Where does the Barcelona Airport to Madrid train arrive?

Barcelona Airport to Madrid train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes station.

Can I drive from Barcelona Airport to Madrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona Airport to Madrid is 604 km. It takes approximately 6h to drive from Barcelona Airport to Madrid.

How do I get a bus ticket from Barcelona Airport to Madrid?

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Where can I stay near Madrid?

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There are 5 ways to get from Barcelona Airport to Madrid by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandestrain Ave
3h 41m
€62–179
Fly
cheapest
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane BCN - MAD
2h 54m
€52–149
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Madrid, Avenida de Américabus ALSA - Ba-Z-Ma
9h 43m
€56–94
Drive 604.3 km
1. Drive from Barcelona Airport to Madridcar 604.3 km
6h
€95–137
Bus via Teruel
1. Take the bus from Barcelona Airport El Prat T1 to Teruelbus
2. Take the bus from Teruel to Madrid Estación Sur de Autobusesbus 047
12h 39m
€59–115

Barcelona Airport to Madrid by subway and train

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Distance: 620.7 km
Duration: 3h 41m

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

Renfe AVE operates a train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €90–170 and the journey takes 3h 2m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Madrid, Avenida de América every 3 hours. Tickets cost €50–85 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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