I am flying into Valencia and then traveling by train to Barcelona and then Madrid. Is it necessary to book trains ahead of time? Does the cost go up if I book the day of, or do you know if it is a set price?
Posted by
Naples, Italy
1 posts
Hi there!
For the regional trains, it’s usually not necessary (they are normally quite cheap) but I would definitely recommend booking a train between Barcelona and Madrid because it’s the high speed train. I was there last June, booked like 10 days in advance and paid 80 euros for a single.
If your travel plans are confirmed, I’d book asap :)
Posted by
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
8293 posts
I can't resist. "Trains in Spain stay mainly on the plain."
Sorry
Posted by
OP
29 posts
LOL - thank you!
Posted by
Washington DC
28092 posts
You will probably pay much, much more if you wait to buy those tickets. Take a look at the fares for today/tomorrow vs. fares for as far out as tickets are currently available on the Renfe website to see this in action.
Posted by
Sevilla
1305 posts
If you've got a spare few minutes it's worth reading through the relevant bits of this guide
Posted by
OP
29 posts
Very useful - thank you!!!!