The new high speed line between Madrid and Barcelona opens now

Rail Europe, the World leading distributor of European rail recently announced that the high speed line between Madrid and Barcelona finally opens today (on February, 20th).

The two vibrant capitals, Madrid and Barcelona, are now connected with 17 daily services. Thanks to this new line, it will also take only 1.51 hours to go from Saragossa to Barcelona (39 minutes saved) and 1.03 hours from Lerida to Barcelona (27 minutes saved).

Enjoy this new European High Speed experience in total comfort, onboard the AVE trains, some of the most technically advanced trains of the Spanish Railways… and in the world!

Between Madrid and Barcelona, passengers can enjoy at high speed (300 km/h - 186 mph) the high quality services usually proposed onboard AVE trains such as individual sockets, reclining seats, movie screenings, etc. And if you travel in "Club" or "Preferente" class, you'll even benefit from a new catering offer at your seat.

Travellers can simply contact your Rail Europe travel agent to book your rail trip in Spain or just to get more information about Spanish trains and destinations.

Contact details to be found on www.raileurope.fr/wheretobuy.