What is the cheapest way to get from Barcelona to El Rastro?

The cheapest way to get from Barcelona to El Rastro is to rideshare which costs €27 - €29 and takes 7h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barcelona to El Rastro?

The fastest way to get from Barcelona to El Rastro is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €60 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Barcelona and El Rastro?

No, there is no direct bus from Barcelona to El Rastro. However, there are services departing from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arriving at Embajadores via Avenida América. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Barcelona and El Rastro?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Barcelona-Sants and arriving at Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Barcelona to El Rastro?

The distance between Barcelona and El Rastro is 605 km. The road distance is 612 km.

How do I travel from Barcelona to El Rastro without a car?

The best way to get from Barcelona to El Rastro without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €60 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Barcelona to El Rastro?

The train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes takes 3h 2m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Barcelona to El Rastro bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Barcelona to El Rastro train from?

Barcelona to El Rastro train services, operated by Renfe AVE, depart from Barcelona-Sants station.

Train or bus from Barcelona to El Rastro?

The best way to get from Barcelona to El Rastro is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €60 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus via Madrid, Avenida de América, which costs €50 - €110 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Barcelona to El Rastro bus arrive?

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

Where does the Barcelona to El Rastro train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barcelona to El Rastro?

Yes, the driving distance between Barcelona to El Rastro is 612 km. It takes approximately 6h 13m to drive from Barcelona to El Rastro.

How do I get a train ticket from Barcelona to El Rastro?

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Where can I stay near El Rastro?

There are 6966+ hotels available in El Rastro.

Can I share a ride from Barcelona to El Rastro?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Barcelona and El Rastro. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Barcelona to El Rastro - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Barcelona to El Rastro by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, rideshare, plane, train, or car

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 Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandestrain Ave
3h 2m
€60–160
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Barcelone to Madridrideshare 612.6 km
7h 17m
€27–29
Bus via Madrid, Avenida de América
1. Take the bus from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord to Madrid, Avenida de Américabus ALSA - Ba-Z-Ma
8h 35m
€52–105
Fly, train
1. Fly from Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN) to Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD)plane BCN - MAD
2. Take the train from Madrid-Nuevos Ministerios to Pirámidestrain
3h 40m
€54–151
Bus
1. Take the bus from Barcelona - North Bus Station to Estación Sur de Autobusesbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 31m
€55–100
Drive 612 km
1. Drive from Barcelona to El Rastrocar 612 km
6h 13m
€96–139

Barcelona to El Rastro by train

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Distance: 605.4 km
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Barcelona, Spain and El Rastro, Madrid, Spain?

Renfe AVE operates a train from Barcelona-Sants to Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes hourly. Tickets cost €90–160 and the journey takes 3h 2m. Two 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 €45–110 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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