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 | 10:00 |
| 2 | Zaragoza Delicias Zaragoza | 11:20 | 11:23 |
| 3 | Madrid Puerta de Atocha Madrid | 12:30 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Spain railways records. 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 30m.
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. 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.
Reserved seating
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Book AVE Barcelona–Madrid tickets at renfe.com, the official Renfe portal. Compare fares and seat availability. Online booking typically opens 30–90 days before departure.
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