Renfe Cheap Train Tickets

Renfe trains in Spain

High-speed trains across the Spain

Offering four high-speed train types from Madrid to destinations like Barcelona, Valencia, Oviedo and Córdoba.

International trains to France and Portugal

Connecting Spain and France, with routes running from Barcelona and Madrid to various French destinations, including Marseille, Lyon, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence, and Valence. What’s more, there is a Portugal route running from and to Seville, Lisbon, and Porto.

High-quality service onboard

Offering a premium travel experience, including WiFi, air-conditioning, spacious seats, a restaurant carriage and an in-seat meal for First Class travellers.

Renfe Train Times and Prices

Top Routes	Duration	Price
Madrid to Barcelona	3h 7m	Buy tickets from £28.58
Barcelona to Madrid	2h 45m	Buy tickets from £22.73
Madrid to Valencia	2h 4m	Buy tickets from £9.00
Valencia to Madrid	2h 2m	Buy tickets from £9.00
Madrid to Seville	2h 43m	Buy tickets from £29.00

Renfe Route Map

As Spain's national train operator, Renfe operates a comprehensive network of trains, including high-speed AVE trains, long-distance trains, and commuter trains. All the cities, big and small, that exist on our map are places that can be reached by Renfe, from Madrid to Seville, Granada, Barcelona, Zaragoza, and Vigo.

Additionally, there are International trains to France and Portugal. Whether you want to explore Spain, France or Portugal, Renfe trains can take you there quickly. So, get ready to embark on an adventure with your family, friends, or even by yourself, following the map!

Popular Destinations

Trains to Madrid

Trains to Barcelona

Trains to Seville

Trains to Valencia

Trains to Granada

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Renfe high-speed trains

Renfe high-speed trains, as one of the fastest high-speed trains in Europe, can travel at speeds exceeding 300 kilometres per hour. In Addition to AVE trains, there are other train services, such as Alvia, Avant and Avlo. These trains not only cover the major cities in Spain such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, but also involve some smaller cities and rural areas such as Oviedo and Córdoba.

AVE trains

Long distance and high-speed trains, up to 193 mph (310 km/h)

3 classes: Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, Premium including meal

Main routes:

Madrid to Barcelona

Barcelona to Lyon

Madrid to Marseille

Madrid to Valencia

Valencia to Seville

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Alvia trains

Long distance and high-speed trains, up to 155 mph (250 km/h)

2 classes: Elige Estándar, Elige Confort

Main routes:

Alicante-Terminal to Gijon

Alicante-Terminal to Santander

Madrid to Alicante-Terminal

Madrid to Bilbao

Madrid to Cadiz

Madrid to Gijon

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Avant trains

Media distance, regional, and high-speed trains, up to 155 mph (250 km/h)

2 classes: Confort, Estándar

Main routes:

Madrid to Palencia

Madrid to Zamora

Leon to Valladolid

Leon to Palencia

Burgos-Rosa De Lima to Madrid

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Avlo trains

Low cost and high-speed trains, up to 224 mph (300 km/h)

1 classes: Estándar

Main routes:

Madrid to Valencia

Madrid to Barcelona

Alicante-Terminal to Madrid

Murcia to Valladolid

Valladolid to Alicante-Terminal

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Renfe International trains

AVE (high-speed) France trains

Renfe provides AVE (high-speed) France trains connecting Spain and France. The international trains run from Barcelona and Madrid to French destinations, including Marseille, Lyon, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence and Valence.

Renfe Cercanías(Commuter) trains

Cercanías provides services for commuters or students, connecting the city and its surroundings, with over a million passengers using it for their daily commute. There are 12 urban areas including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Bilbao, San Sebastian, Murcia–Alicante, Cadiz, Zaragoza, Malaga, Cantabria, and Asturias.

Renfe ticket types and classes

Básico Estándar

The cheapest option for Estandár seating class (equivalent to Standard Class)

Nonrefundable and non-exchangeable

The name on the ticket must match the ID, unchangeable after purchase

Seat selection is unavailable but can be purchased for an additional €8

No pets allowed on Básico fare

Upgrade to Elige: €12, Upgrade to Premium: €30

Elige Estándar

Estandár seating class (equivalent to Standard Class)

Free first-time exchange

Other changes require a €10 fee

Seat selection requires a €5 fee

Upgrading to a Premium fare costs €20

Add pets for €10 post-booking

Elige Confort

Confort seating class (equivalent to First Class)

Refundable and exchangeable

Free first-time exchange

Other changes require a €10 fee

Seat selection requires a €5 fee

Upgrading to a Premium fare costs €20

Add pets for €10 post-booking

Premium Confort

Most expensive but luxurious Comfort seating class (equivalent to First Class)

Refundable and exchangeable

Free access to services and catch the next train

Dedicated hot food delivery service

Free to bring a pet