Is it cheaper to fly or train from Barcelona to Madrid?

Without a doubt, taking the train is faster, cheaper, more convenient, and greener than flying. By taking the train you: Don't have to make your way to and from the cities' airports which are located out of town, unlike the train stations which are located in the city centers of Madrid and Barcelona.



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Madrid to Barcelona by plane Flights between Madrid and Barcelona are quick and inexpensive, with Vueling, Air Europa, and Iberia offering direct service between the two cities. Flights take about 65 to 90 minutes and are often cheaper than train tickets.

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The fastest way to travel from Madrid to Barcelona is by taking the AVE high-speed train. This modern and luxurious train will get you to your destination in just under 3 hours.

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Barcelona is easily worth two days, and no one would regret having a third day (or a fourth, or a fifth…). If you can spare only one full day for the city, it will be a scramble, but a day you'll never forget.

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Madrid is more walkable. But aside from that, Barcelona is just harder to get around. Tourist attractions and nightlife hubs are spread out and often require public transportation to get from point A to B.

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Reserving point-to-point tickets in advance (available up to 60 days ahead of travel) is the best way to save money and to guarantee a seat on your preferred train. Furthermore, many areas of Spain aren't well served by its train system — for many trips, buses and even flights may be a better option.

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A satisfactory first-time visit might take four days, ideally five. That should be enough to help you have a good idea of what Madrid is all about. There will probably be something you have not got around to yet. But remember, you simply can't see everything on your first visit.

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For most travelers, 6 to 9 days is the perfect amount of time for a Spain trip with stops in both Barcelona and Madrid. If you don't mind a fast-paced journey, you can see the highlights of this route in less time—as few as about 5 days.

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There's so much to see and do in the Catalan capital. You could practically spend a lifetime discovering hidden local gems that most tourists would never stumble upon. However, a week is still the perfect amount of time to spend in the city.

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How many days do you need to visit? I think to really get a feel for Barcelona you should plan for at least four or five days. While you could see the highlights in less, you'll do yourself a disservice if you hurry your visit. This is a city of late-night dinners and afternoon siestas.

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5 days in Barcelona is the perfect time to see everything properly without running from one place to another or giving up certain things due to lack of time. Barcelona is a cool city with great vibes and atmosphere, full of young peoples that you can easily stay spend week in Barcelona.

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Yes, Barcelona and Madrid is safe for tourism, but tourists can be easy prey for pickpockets. There is little violent crime and few unsafe areas but compared to barcelona, Madrid is safe destination but it is also huge city! Both are very beautiful cities in Spain.

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Restaurants and the Food Scene At the top end of the spectrum, when using Michelin-starred restaurants as your guide, Barcelona (24) just beats Madrid (22), but the overall breadth of the food scene is heartier in the capital of Spain.

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The Seat Selection add-on allows you to choose the seat in which you will travel. Travel with your most loyal friend for just €10 more.

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All you need to do is go to any metro station in Madrid and place your order at any of the ticket machines there. These machines look like ATMs but will have the branding of the Madrid metro on them. Once there you can pay either in cash or with credit card.

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