What is the cheapest way to get from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona?

The cheapest way to get from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona is to rideshare which costs €30 and takes 7h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona?

The fastest way to get from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €55 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Puerta de Atocha (city gate) and Barcelona?

No, there is no direct bus from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Estación Sur de Autobuses and arriving at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Puerta de Atocha (city gate) 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 Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona?

The distance between Puerta de Atocha (city gate) and Barcelona is 625 km. The road distance is 608.5 km.

How do I travel from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona without a car?

The best way to get from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €55 - €170.

How long does it take to get from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) 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 Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona bus from?

Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Estación Sur de Autobuses station.

Where do I catch the Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona train from?

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

Train or bus from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona?

The best way to get from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs €55 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €90 and takes 8h 52m.

Where does the Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona bus arrive?

Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord station.

Where does the Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona train arrive?

Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona train services, operated by Renfe AVE, arrive at Barcelona-Sants station.

Can I drive from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona?

Yes, the driving distance between Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona is 609 km. It takes approximately 6h 18m to drive from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona.

How do I get a train ticket from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona?

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Where can I stay near Barcelona?

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Can I share a ride from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Puerta de Atocha (city gate) and Barcelona. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, train, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Santstrain Ave
3h 23m
€55–170
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Madrid to Barcelonerideshare 609.9 km
7h 35m
€30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nordbus ALSA - Ma-Z-Ba
8h 52m
€50–85
Drive 608.5 km
1. Drive from Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelonacar 608.5 km
6h 18m
€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 33m
€53–149

Puerta de Atocha (city gate) to Barcelona by foot and train

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Distance: 624.6 km
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Puerta de Atocha (city gate), 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 €50–85 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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