2025-07-11
22 Years Later, Reunion with Spain's AVE High-Speed Train: A Remarkable Journey
Unlike my memory of traveling overnight from Barcelona to Madrid 22 years ago, this trip allowed me to feel a significant change as I arrived in just 2 and a half hours using Spain's AVE high-speed train. This post vividly recounts the challenges of booking through the Renfe app, the AVE's speed, price, comfort, and comparisons with the Shinkansen, providing practical information and insights for those preparing for a trip to Spain.