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train from madrid to barcelona

Purchasing ticket on renfe website from Madrid to Barcelona, three fares listed; turista, preferente and club. Please let me know your experience with these fares and do I need to pay for assigned seats. Thanks

Posted by
4555 posts

Turista is second class....preferente is like business class....club is like first class. I prefer Turista since it's a LOT cheaper, and the benefits (a meal, a drink, a newspaper and a slightly wider seat) don't seem to be worth it. The seats in second class are great....far better than airline seats, with FAR more legroom. I'm a big guy, and I am very comfortable in Turista.

Posted by
23626 posts

I concur with Norm -- Turista is about like business class on American airlines only better. If reserved seats are required, the price will be included in the ticket.