Your Experience

Travel conveniently between Barcelona and Madrid with Iryo’s high-speed one-way train service connecting Barcelona Sants and Madrid Atocha stations. This journey provides not only speed but also comfort, making it an ideal solution whether you’re heading to Madrid or returning to vibrant Barcelona.

Start your adventure at Barcelona Sants, a major transport hub, easily reachable via metro or Rodalies commuter rail. As Spain’s second-busiest station, it bridges main cities across Spain and Europe with its efficient high-speed rail. Inside, you’ll find a modern shopping centre with many stores, eateries and cafes and the Espai Mercè Sala which hosts art exhibits and live concerts for travellers and locals alike. Its innovative architecture and cultural significance make it more than just a stopover on your route.

After boarding, settle into your well-designed armchair for a comfortable journey. The Iryo train is equipped with wide seats for greater relaxation, accessible restrooms and consistent free WiFi, ensuring you stay connected as you watch the scenery between Catalonia and Spain’s capital shift by your window. If you’re travelling with pets, they’re welcome onboard as long as they remain secured in an appropriate carrier or cage.

Arriving at Madrid Atocha places you at the heart of the city, near Calle de Atocha and Paseo de las Delicias. As Madrid’s largest and most historic railway station, Atocha is not just a transit point but a destination in itself. Opened in 1851, the station links Barcelona, Valencia, Seville and many other major Spanish cities, making it a crucial travel link for both business and pleasure. Within the station, you’ll discover an impressive indoor botanical garden with lush tropical plants and turtle ponds. The facility also features a cultural centre and a distinctive clock tower, making your arrival or waiting time genuinely enjoyable.

• Choose your direction: book from Barcelona to Madrid or the reverse, tailoring your railside experience to your travel plans

• Flexible schedules start early in the day with multiple departures suited to varied itineraries

• Friendly staff are available to guide and assist you as you embark on your journey

Whether for business or leisure, this reliable Iryo service ensures a stress-free and enjoyable trip between two of Spain’s most celebrated cities.

Book your iryo One-Way Tickets: Barcelona Sants to/from Madrid Atocha tickets now!