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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Salou
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 46 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
92 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Salou is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Salou will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 5 trains that leave Barcelona for Salou on Wed, Feb 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 18 the direct trains cover the 92 km distance in an average of 1 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
On Wed, Feb 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Barcelona to Salou
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Salou among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a bus costs an average of €19.
Distance: 92 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€12 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Salou train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Salou trains for today, Tuesday, February 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 AM Barcelona | 3h28 | 1:58 PM Salou | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:30 AM Barcelona | 2h23 | 1:53 PM Salou | 1 transfer | |
| 12:30 PM Barcelona | 2h00 | 2:30 PM Salou | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:30 PM Barcelona | 1h43 | 5:13 PM Salou | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, February 18 | |||||
| 6:30 AM Barcelona | 1h53 | 8:23 AM Salou | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Salou
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Trains from Barcelona to Salou run on average 3 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 92 km distance in 1h 23m.
Distance 92 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 23m |
First train 06:16 |
Last train 21:46 |
Train companies: Renfe, iryo, Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona to Salou trainsRenfe, iryo, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona and Salou from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Barcelona to Salou
When taking the train from Barcelona to Salou, all journeys are direct and take between one hour and five minutes to one hour and twenty minutes. The more expensive journeys depart during the peak hours. Trains leave Barcelona Sants station at regular intervals during the day; beginning early in the morning until around 7:30 p.m. The weekend schedule varies little from this.
Which train companies run from Barcelona to Salou?
All Barcelona to Salou trains are operated by Renfe.
How long is the train journey from Barcelona to Salou?
The average journey time for most trains travelling from Barcelona to Salou varies from 60-80 minutes depending on time of day, and time of week passengers are travelling.
When are the first and last trains of the day from Barcelona to Salou?
Trains from Barcelona to Salou begin running in the early morning and continue regularly throughout the day until the evening. The first morning Barcelona to Salou train departs at 9:30 a.m. while the last leaves Barcelona at 7:30 p.m.
Where do trains depart from and arrive to?
Trains from Barcelona to Salou depart from Barcelona's Sants train station. Sants train station is connected to Barcelona's city centre by local transport via buses, trams, taxis, the Barcelona metro, and connecting trains. All Barcelona to Salou trains arrive at Salou train station. The train station is connected to Salou's city centre by bus or taxi cab.
FAQs: Trains from Barcelona to Salou
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Salou by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salou, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Salou
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- 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
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- 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
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel PortAventura
- Hotel Caribe
- Hotel El Paso
- The station is a small, open-air facility with basic amenities and direct access to the PortAventura World resort.
- Train: Regional trains to Barcelona and Tarragona
- Bus: Local bus services available
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