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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Sants is to bus which costs €45 - €110 and takes 8h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Sants is to fly which takes 3h 9m and costs €50 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Sants?

No, there is no direct bus from Madrid to Sants. However, there are services departing from Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) and arriving at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Madrid 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 Madrid to Sants?

The distance between Madrid and Sants is 625 km. The road distance is 605.2 km.

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

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

How long does it take to get from Madrid 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 Madrid to Sants bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Madrid to Sants train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Madrid to Sants?

The best way to get from Madrid to Sants is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs €55 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €110 and takes 8h 54m, you could also fly, which costs €50 - €160 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Madrid to Sants bus arrive?

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

Where does the Madrid to Sants train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madrid to Sants?

Yes, the driving distance between Madrid to Sants is 605 km. It takes approximately 6h 8m to drive from Madrid to Sants.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Sants?

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There are 4 ways to get from Madrid 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 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Santsbus ALSA - Ma-Z-Ba
8h 54m
€46–102
Drive 605.2 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Santscar 605.2 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 9m
€52–157

Madrid to Sants by train

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Distance: 624.5 km
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between 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 Madrid, Terminal de autobuses T4 (Aeropuerto de Madrid) to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants every 3 hours. Tickets cost €45–100 and the journey takes 7h 35m.

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