AVE 3042 runs from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Puerta de Atocha, the return direction of Spain's most popular high-speed service. Crossing the Spanish plateau at up to 310 km/h, it connects Catalonia to the capital in 2h30m.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barcelona Sants Barcelona | Start | 07:00 |
| 2 | Zaragoza Delicias Zaragoza | 08:14 | 08:16 |
| 3 | Madrid Puerta de Atocha Madrid | 09:45 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Spain railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
AVE 3042 runs from Barcelona Sants to Madrid Puerta de Atocha, the return direction of Spain's most popular high-speed service. Crossing the Spanish plateau at up to 310 km/h, it connects Catalonia to the capital in 2h30m.
The train runs on every day of the week. The full route covers 3 stops with a total journey time of approximately 2h 45m.
Available travel classes include Turista Cama, Preferente Cama. Fares start from EUR 55 for Turista Cama.
Book AVE Barcelona–Madrid tickets at renfe.com, the official Renfe portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure depending on the operator. Book in advance for the best seat selection and lowest available fares.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach.
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Book AVE Barcelona–Madrid tickets at renfe.com, the official Renfe portal. Compare fares and seat availability before booking. Online booking typically opens 30 to 90 days before departure.
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Visit RenfeAVE Barcelona–Madrid departs at 07:00 and arrives at the final destination at 09:45. Total journey time is approximately 2h 45m. Always verify current timings with Renfe before travelling.
AVE Barcelona–Madrid fares start from approximately 55 (economy class). Book at renfe.com for the latest prices.
Book AVE Barcelona–Madrid tickets at renfe.com, the official Renfe booking portal. Tickets are also available at station booking offices. Book in advance for popular routes and holiday periods.
AVE Barcelona–Madrid makes 3 stops. The route starts at Barcelona Sants and ends at Madrid Puerta de Atocha. Major intermediate stops include Zaragoza Delicias.
Check the running days shown in the hero section on this page. Some routes run daily, others run on selected days only. Always verify the current running schedule on the Renfe website or app before booking.
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