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

The cheapest way to get from Atocha to Barcelona is to bus which costs €27 - €70 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Atocha to Barcelona is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €35 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Atocha and Barcelona?

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

Is there a direct train between Atocha and Barcelona?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes and arriving at Barcelona-Sants. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Atocha to Barcelona?

The distance between Atocha and Barcelona is 605 km. The road distance is 609.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Atocha to Barcelona without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €35 - €190.

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

The train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Sants takes 2h 37m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Atocha to Barcelona bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Atocha to Barcelona train from?

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

Train or bus from Atocha to Barcelona?

The best way to get from Atocha to Barcelona is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €35 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €70 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Atocha to Barcelona bus arrive?

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

Where does the Atocha to Barcelona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Atocha to Barcelona?

Yes, the driving distance between Atocha to Barcelona is 609 km. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Atocha to Barcelona.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Barcelona?

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Atocha to Barcelona - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Atocha to Barcelona by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, train, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-SantsAve
2h 37m
€35–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de SantsAlsa
7h 35m
€27–70
Drive 609.3 km
1. Drive from Atocha to Barcelona609.3 km
6h 17m
€95–137
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Madrid-Atocha Cercanías to Madrid-Nuevos Ministerios
2. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)MAD - BCN
3h 32m
€53–160

Atocha to Barcelona by train

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Distance: 605.4 km
Duration: 2h 37m

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

Renfe AVE operates a train from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona-Sants hourly. Tickets cost €45–190 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Estación Sur de Autobuses to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants twice daily. Tickets cost €27–70 and the journey takes 7h 35m.

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