There are 5 ways to get from Galapagar to Barcelona by train, 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.
Recommended option
Train
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Take the train from Galapagar-La Navata to Atocha
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Take the train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
Cheapest option
Bus
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Take the bus from Madrid to Barcelona
3 alternative options
Bus via Madrid Moncloa
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Take the bus from Madrid to Barcelona
Drive
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Drive from Galapagar to Barcelona
Train, fly
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Take the train from Galapagar-La Navata to Chamartin
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Fly from Madrid (MAD) to Barcelona (BCN)
Galapagar to Barcelona by bus and train
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Questions & Answers
The cost-effective way to get from Galapagar to Barcelona is to bus, which costs €29 - €40 and takes 9h 34m.
The quickest way to get from Galapagar to Barcelona is to train which costs €60 - €130 and takes 4h 11m.
No, there is no direct bus from Galapagar to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Escuelas-Mercado and arriving at Barcelona via Madrid Moncloa and Madrid. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 38m.
The distance between Galapagar and Barcelona is 526 km. The road distance is 653.5 km.
The best way to get from Galapagar to Barcelona without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs €60 - €130.
It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Galapagar to Barcelona, including transfers.
Galapagar to Barcelona bus services, operated by ALSA, depart from Madrid station.
The best way to get from Galapagar to Barcelona is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs €60 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €40 and takes 9h 34m.
The quickest flight from Madrid Airport to Barcelona Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 15m.
Galapagar to Barcelona bus services, operated by ALSA, arrive at Barcelona station.
- Distance: 526.1 km
- Duration: 4h 11m
What companies run services between Galapagar, Madrid, Spain and Barcelona, Spain?
You can take a train from Galapagar to Barcelona via Ctra.La Navata-Est.Galapagar La Navata, Galapagar-La Navata, Atocha, and Madrid-Puerta De Atocha in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Madrid to Barcelona once daily. Tickets cost €29 - €40 and the journey takes 7h 15m.
- Website
- vueling.com
Flights from Madrid to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 19m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €170
Flights from Madrid to Barcelona via Ibiza
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €27 - €150
- Website
- iberia.com
Flights from Madrid to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 19m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €170
Flights from Madrid to Barcelona via Ibiza
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €27 - €150
- Website
- aireuropa.com
Flights from Madrid to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 21m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €35 - €200
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Madrid to Barcelona via Palma Mallorca
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €30 - €220
This regional commuter train system (also known as Cercanías) connects Barcelona with Catalonia and the Barcelona metropolitan area, including popular destinations like Sitges and the Costa Brava. The network of routes mostly runs overground and connects to many Barcelona metro and bus stations. Trains run frequently, and tickets can be bought at station ticket machines on the day of travel. Two children per adult (up to 6 years) can travel for free. If you’re arriving or departing Barcelona on a domestic AVE or long-distance train, check your ticket for a 5-digit Combinado Cercanias code, which is redeemable for a free local ticket from the ticket machines.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 902 320 320
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Galapagar-La Navata to Atocha
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- Renfe Cercanias
Train from Galapagar-La Navata to Chamartin
- Ave. Duration
- 34 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Website
- Renfe Cercanias
Spain's excellent and extensive rail system connects cities across Spain and into neighbouring countries. Renfe's high-speed AVE trains can reach speeds of up to 350km/h, making travel between major cities very efficient. All medium- and long-distance trains require a seat reservation; ticket sales for these trains usually open 30-60 days before travel. Most Renfe trains have two classes: Turista (2nd class) and Preferente (1st class), although some AVE trains offer Turista Plus. There is free WiFi for Preferente passengers and for those with a +Renfe loyalty card.
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe Viajeros
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Galapagar-La Navata to Madrid-Atocha Cercanias
- Ave. Duration
- 50 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €7 - €9
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
Train from Galapagar-La Navata to Madrid-Chamartin
- Ave. Duration
- 36 min
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €7 - €9
- Website
- Renfe Viajeros
Rome2rio's guide to Renfe AVE
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 91 232 03 20
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €60 - €120
- Website
- Renfe AVE
- Promo
- €60 - €80
- Promo+
- €68 - €73
- Flexible
- €90 - €120
- Phone
- +34 902 320 320
- comunicacion@renfe.es
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
Train from Madrid-Puerta De Atocha to Barcelona-Sants
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 57m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €55 - €85
- Website
- renfe-sncf.com
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Madrid to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 7h 15m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €29 - €40
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
A Spanish subsidiary of National Express, ALSA provides bus and coach services across Spain and neighbouring countries including Portugal, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, Poland and Malta. Founded in 1923, ALSA values service and the customer experience. Buses are equipped with communal TV screens showing movies, individual behind-seat screens, ALSA radio, app for books and music, and free WiFi. ALSA services are accessible to people with disabilities, and guide dogs are welcome on all journeys. There are three types of tickets on offer (Frequent Traveller Pass, Share Pass and ALSA Pass), along with discounts for senior citizens, students and children.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +34 902 42 22 42
- alsa@alsa.es
- Website
- alsa.es
Bus from Madrid to Barcelona
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 5m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- €45 - €65
- Website
- alsa.com
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Yes, the driving distance between Galapagar to Barcelona is 653 km. It takes approximately 6h 23m to drive from Galapagar to Barcelona.
Ryanair, Air Europa, Vueling Airlines and Iberia offer flights from Madrid Airport to Barcelona Airport.
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