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

The cheapest way to get from Madrid to Sants is to train which costs €25 - €85 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madrid to Sants is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs €25 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Madrid and Sants?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Madrid, Avenida de América and arriving at Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 50m.

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 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Madrid to Sants?

The distance between Madrid and Sants is 605 km. The road distance is 605.3 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 2m and costs €25 - €85.

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 2m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Madrid to Sants bus from?

Madrid to Sants bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid, Avenida de América 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 2m and costs €25 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €100 and takes 7h 50m, you could also fly, which costs €45 - €140 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 9m 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?

There are 5478+ hotels available in Sants.

Madrid to Sants - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Madrid to Sants by train (Renfe, Ouigo), bus, car, 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-Santstrain Ave
3h 2m
€25–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Santsbus Alsa
7h 50m
€45–100
Drive 605.3 km
1. Drive from Madrid to Santscar 605.3 km
6h 9m
€95–137
Fly
1. Fly from Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (MAD) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane MAD - BCN
3h 9m
€46–138
Bus via Madrid
1. Take the bus from Madrid to Barcelonabus Kyiv-Madrid / ...
8h 45m

Madrid to Sants by train

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Distance: 605.4 km
Duration: 3h 2m

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 hourly. Tickets cost €50–75 and the journey takes 3h 2m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, ALSA operates a bus from Madrid, Avenida de América to Barcelona, Estación de Autobuses de Sants every 3 hours. Tickets cost €45–100 and the journey takes 7h 50m.

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