Velaro E: 300km/h of Comfort?

Hop aboard Spain’s fastest and most iconic high-speed train — the AVE from Barcelona to Madrid! In this full trip report, we explore the sleek Siemens Velaro E (RENFE’s Class 103), a marvel of rail engineering that helped flip the travel game between Spain’s two biggest cities. From scenic views and onboard snacks to historical insights and modern rail dominance, this journey is packed with comfort, speed, and surprises.

👉 What makes the AVE a game-changer?
👉 How did rail overtake air travel on this route?
👉 And is it really worth the hype?

📍 Route: Barcelona Sants → Zaragoza Delicias → Madrid Atocha
🚄 Train: RENFE AVE Class 103 (Siemens Velaro E)
🎥 Includes: seat tour, onboard service, tech insights, scenery & more!
📊 Modal Split: Rail vs Air - See how things changed from 2008 to 2023!

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📺 Watch next:
• AVE S100 – Madrid to Puertollano (AVANT) - https://youtu.be/oSZfRNLr2fQ
• AVE from Spain to France – Cross-Border Adventure - https://youtu.be/gJ8bxbx5j6k
• Inside the Siemens Velaro D – Germany’s ICE 3 - https://youtu.be/aV9Wtlt3720

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Statistics Source:
2008: ALG Global – High-speed Rail vs Air
2023: cnmc.es – 2023 Transport Market Report

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Filmed in February 2025

Available in 4K

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Chapters:

00:00 – Intro
00:36 – Barcelona-Sants
01:35 – Velaro Arriving
01:50 – Iryo Departing
02:11 – Boarding
02:31 – Departure and Trip Map
02:56 – Seat Tour
03:05 – Walk around the train
04:15 – Impact of the Madrid-Barcelona HSL
05:06 – Zaragoza-Delicias
06:00 – The Velaro!
07:55 – Madrid-Puerta de Atocha and my impressions