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Train tickets to Barcelona
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0602102:42PM2h59
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes05:41PMBarcelona Sants
€511One-way
0 transfers
0661109:02PM2h52
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes11:54PMBarcelona Sants
€551One-way
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0654102:12PM2h37
Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes04:49PMBarcelona Sants
€601One-way
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Popular trains to and from Barcelona
Popular trains to Barcelona
Valencia to Barcelona train
from €3
Direct trains available
2h57 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
- Renfe EUROMED
- Renfe Intercity
- Ouigo
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe
- iryo
Tarragona to Barcelona train
from €5
Direct trains available
0h38 average duration
31trains per day
Served by
- Renfe Intercity
- Ouigo
- AVE
- Renfe EUROMED
- Renfe
- Renfe AVLO
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe Avant
- iryo
Girona to Barcelona train
from €9
Direct trains available
0h39 average duration
16trains per day
Served by
- AVE
- Renfe (13)
- Renfe EUROMED
- Renfe
- Renfe AVLO
- Renfe Avant
Perpignan to Barcelona train
from €29
Direct trains available
1h20 average duration
4trains per day
Served by
- Renfe
- TGV INOUI
- AVE
Madrid to Barcelona train
from €29
Direct trains available
2h37 average duration
35trains per day
Served by
- Renfe
- iryo
- AVE
- Renfe AVLO
- Ouigo
Popular trains from Barcelona
Barcelona to Zaragoza train
from €12
Direct trains available
1h22 average duration
33trains per day
Served by
- Renfe ALVIA
- AVE
- Ouigo
- Renfe
- iryo
- Renfe Intercity
- Renfe AVLO
Barcelona to Madrid train
from €19
Direct trains available
2h37 average duration
36trains per day
Served by
- Renfe AVLO
- AVE
- Ouigo
- iryo
- Renfe
Barcelona to Valencia train
from €24
Direct trains available
2h02 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
- Renfe
- Ouigo
- Renfe EUROMED
- Renfe ALVIA
- Renfe Intercity
- iryo
Barcelona to Seville train
from €63
Direct trains available
5h33 average duration
5trains per day
Served by
- Renfe Intercity
- iryo
- Renfe ALVIA
- Ouigo
- Renfe
- Renfe AVLO
- AVE
Barcelona to Paris train
from €65
Direct trains available
6h45 average duration
2trains per day
Served by
- TGV INOUI
- AVE
- Renfe
- SNCF Intercités de nuit
Trains to Barcelona : Overview
Trains to Barcelona: Train Operating Companies and Ticket Information
Which train companies run trains to Barcelona?Most trains to Barcelona are operated by SNCF and Renfe.
When are the first and last trains into Barcelona? Trains arrive into Barcelona at all times of day between 6:00 a.m. and 1:30 a.m.
Tips for booking trains to Barcelona cheaply
How far in advance to book trains to Barcelona? Prices for direct trains to Barcelona don't increase too drastically given that they don't travel extremely far afield. To make some savings, however, book 2 weeks in advance.
How much are train tickets to Barcelona? Due to Barcelona's popularity, cheap trains tickets can be found quite easily when you book in advance.
Barcelona Train Station Information and Travelling to Barcelona's City Centre
What are the main stations in Barcelona? Most trains to Barcelona terminate at Barcelona Sants, which is one of the busiest and biggest train stations in Europe. If you have luggage there is a taxi rank just outside the station. Local buses are also available and take visitors to and from main tourist attraction, daily and weekly bus tickets can be purchased to save money.
Train companies: Ouigo, iryo, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros to Barcelona trainsTravel to Barcelona on Ouigo, iryo, AVE, Renfe AVLO, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros trains with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.
iryo
About
iryo is a new brand from railway operator ILSA operating in Spain since 2022. iryo uses Frecciarossa 1000 trains which are modern, can travel at up to 360km/h and have a minimal environmental impact. iryo’s Frecciarossa trains have different classes, all of which come with free unlimited WiFi, power sockets, toilets and an onboard entertainment portal where you can watch films and TV series. The main classes are: Infinita Class, Singular Café Class, Singular Class, Inicial Class. These new trains take 2 hours and 30 minutes to travel between Madrid and Barcelona. They depart from Madrid Atocha and Barcelona Sants stations, and stop in Zaragoza along the way. iryo services also cover Madrid, Cuenca, Valencia, Alicante, Córdoba, Seville and Málaga.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 37m
Cheapest Price
€25
iryo frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (36x56x26cm) and 1 handbag (36x30x10cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead compartments and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with Mediterranean cuisine, at-seat service in both classes
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free. Large dogs need paid ticket
Quiet zone
AVE
About
Travel comfortably with AVE, Renfe’s high-speed trains. AVE connects major cities across Spain at speeds of up to 310 km/h (193 mph), offering a fast and smooth travel experience. Ticket options include Promo, Promo+, and Flexible fares to suit different budgets, along with discount cards such as the Gold Card and +Renfe Youth 50 Card for eligible travelers. AVE trains feature modern amenities including comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power outlets, and onboard catering, making them a convenient and enjoyable way to travel across Spain.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 52m
Cheapest Price
€46
AVE frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
1 piece of hand luggage and 3 pieces of luggage free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, end of carriages, and designated areas between seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund conditions depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria car with hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. At-seat service in Preferente (First) Class
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for all classes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets under 10kg in carriers allowed free. Larger dogs require paid ticket and muzzle. Guide dogs free.
Quiet zone
Renfe
About
Renfe is Spain’s national train company operating freight and passenger on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travelers. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 8m
Cheapest Price
€43
Renfe frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and up to three suitcases free of charge
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible according to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car (cafeteria) available on most long-distance trains serving hot and cold meals, snacks, and beverages. First class passengers receive at-seat service
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservation. Included in some ticket types, additional fee for others. Recommended during peak travel times
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled, require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
Ouigo
About
SNCF OUIGO is a low-cost train service launched in 2013 by SNCF, the French national railway company. It offers budget-friendly travel on both high-speed (Ouigo Grande Vitesse) and conventional (Ouigo Vitesse Classique) lines in France, and also to Belgium and Spain. OUIGO trains are characterized by a \no-frills\" approach, featuring a single class of seating and minimal onboard amenities to keep ticket prices low. While the high-speed services utilize specially reconfigured TGV trains, Ouigo Vitesse Classique uses older locomotive-hauled rolling stock for even cheaper fares on slower routes."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
€22
Ouigo frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (max 36x27x15cm) and 1 small bag included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled by OUIGO
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation mandatory and included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available for passengers with reduced mobility
Pets
Small pets in carriers (max 45x30x25cm) for €5. Large dogs not allowed except guide dogs
Renfe AVLO
About
Renfe Avlo is Spain’s low-cost high-speed rail service operated by the national rail company Renfe. Serving routes between major cities such as Madrid, Zaragoza, Barcelona, Valencia, Tarragona, Girona, and Figueres, Avlo trains reach speeds of up to 186 mph (300 km/h). All tickets are for Economy Class (“Básica”) with assigned seating and include onboard services such as free Wi-Fi, entertainment via the PlayRenfe app, power sockets, and vending machines. Child tickets are available for ages 0–13, while passengers aged 14 and over require an adult ticket. Each fare includes a backpack and hand luggage (55x35x25 cm, no weight limit), with the option to upgrade for extra baggage. Prices start from as low as €7, making Avlo a budget-friendly way to travel between Spain’s most popular destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 4m
Cheapest Price
€27
Renfe AVLO frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
1 cabin bag (55x35x25cm) and 1 personal item (35x30x20cm)
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and spaces between seats
Cancellation Policy
According to fare conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and assistance available
Pets
Small pets in carriers under 10kg allowed free. Service animals allowed
Renfe Viajeros
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
€50
Renfe Viajeros frequency
3 a day
station information and services
Train stations in Barcelona
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
Distance to city center
1 kmWifi
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
Lockers
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
Dining
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
Accessibility
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Hotel
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
Information Desk
- Located in various locations inside the station.
Public transit options for Barcelona Sants
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
Barcelona Passeig De Gracia
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
Dining
- Restaurant Lasarte
- El Nacional
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona
- Hotel Royal Passeig de Gracia
- Casa Fuster Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and Rodalies trains
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Hall 3: FGC services
Public transit options for Barcelona Passeig De Gracia
- Metro: Line 2, Line 3, Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- FGC: Lines S1, S2, S5, S55
Barcelona
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 5:30 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
14Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Carrer de Balmes as well as at Carrer de Pelai.
Dining
- Restaurant Hard Rock Cafe
- Restaurant La Tramoia
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Hotel Catalonia Plaza
- Hotel Pulitzer
- Hotel Regina
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro connections
Public transit options for Barcelona
- Metro: Line L1, Line L3
- Bus: Several lines available
- FGC: Lines S1, S2, S5, S55
Barcelona Estació De França
Amenities at train station
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Amenities at train station
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Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalPlaça de Catalunya
Amenities at train station
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