Verano Joven 2026: Up to 90% Discounts on Trains and Buses in Spain – How to Register

The Spanish program Verano Joven 2026 offers young people aged 18 to 30 discounts of up to 90% on train and bus tickets from July 1 to September 30. Find out who can participate, how to register, and which routes the program covers

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Spain is launching one of the most generous youth transport programs in Europe for the fourth time. This summer, young people aged 18 to 30 will once again have the opportunity to save significantly on train and bus travel - thanks to the Verano Joven 2026 program, which is valid from July 1 to September 30.

Read everything you need to know about Verano Joven 2026 in this article.

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Is the Verano Joven program popular in Spain?

The Spanish Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility has allocated 130 million euros to the Verano Joven program this year - 10 million more than last year. Over the previous three years of Verano Joven's existence, more than 4 million young people have used it, making more than 16 million trips. In 2025, the number of trips increased by 30% compared to the previous year - more than 6.8 million trips in three months. These figures eloquently demonstrate: the program works and the demand for it is only growing.

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Who can use the Verano Joven program in Spain?

All young people with Spanish or foreign citizenship, legally residing in Spain and born between January 1, 1996 and December 31, 2008 can use the discounts. That is, at the time of the start of the program you must be between 18 and 30 years old. Those who will turn 18 after the beginning of the summer are also eligible to participate.

Important! Having only legal residence status in Spain is already a sufficient condition - you do not need to have Spanish citizenship to register. That is why the program is also relevant for citizens of Colombia, the USA, China, Peru, Morocco and other foreigners living in the country.

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What discounts are available under the Verano Joven 2026 program?

The amount of discounts depends on the type of transport. The biggest savings are waiting for those who choose a bus or regional train - the discount here is 90%. You should not count on full coverage for high-speed and long-distance routes, but 50% is also a lot.

The specific picture looks like this:

- 90% - for regular state bus services;

- 90% - for medium-distance trains (Media Distancia) and narrow-gauge routes;

- 50% – on Avant trains (short high-speed Renfe routes);

- 50%, but not more than 30 euros per ticket – on long-distance and high-speed trains of all operators: AVE, Alvia, Avlo, Ouigo, Iryo and others;

- 50% – on the Interrail Global Flexible pass (10 days in 2 months) when purchased through Renfe.

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According to last year, the average discount on one bus ticket was about 24.5 euros, on a high-speed train ticket – 18 euros, on a regional train – about 10 euros, and the average savings on an Interrail pass – about 168 euros. If you are planning several trips over the summer, the total savings can be really significant.

How to register for the Spanish Verano Joven program?

Registration is completely free. To use the program, you must register on the official Verano Joven website using your DNI or NIE, or through the Cl@ve system.

After data verification, each user receives a personal code that must be indicated when purchasing tickets from the relevant operators.

Important! It is forbidden to transfer the code to others.

Registration opened on June 17, 2026. It is worth remembering that you must register no later than 24 hours before the first purchase - this is the time required for data verification by the Ministry. If the code is lost, it can be restored through the same website.

Tickets with a discount are purchased directly on the websites of carriers - Renfe, Ouigo, Iryo and others. The field for entering the registration code appears when placing an order.

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Rules for using Verano Joven 2026

The code is strictly personal: it is prohibited to transfer it to another person. If you cannot make the trip, you must cancel it at least 24 hours in advance - otherwise it will be considered abuse.

The Ministry of Transport may revoke the registration code of those who exceed the permitted number of violations - both in rail and bus transport. In this case, violators will not have the right to re-register. The carrier company will notify you of each detected abuse by SMS or email.

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In 2026, Verano Joven became part of a wider package of government measures aimed at mitigating the consequences of rising prices due to the crisis in the Middle East, which affected, among other things, the cost of passenger transportation. For young people, who often have a limited budget, this is one of the few real opportunities to travel without significant expenses.

If you are between 18 and 30 years old and legally residing in Spain, it is worth registering now, while the season is just beginning.

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