The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Valencia
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€100
Fastest journey
2 h 54 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Valencia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Valencia will cost around €100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 32 trains that leave Barcelona for Valencia on Sun, Mar 15, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 15 the direct trains cover the 303 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .
On Sun, Mar 15 the slowest trains will take 3 h 58 m 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Valencia
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Valencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €52.
Distance: 303 km
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Live departures
Barcelona to Valencia train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Valencia trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06410 · 06822 | On time 6:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h41 | 1:16 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
07410 · 06532 | On time 6:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h34 | 2:09 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
07410 · 06822 | On time 6:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h41 | 1:16 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
00697 | On time 6:40 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h58 | 10:38 AM Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
06080 · 06142 | On time 6:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h19 | 4:09 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06080 · 06132 | On time 6:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h34 | 2:24 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06016 · 06132 | On time 7:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h39 | 2:24 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06016 · 06142 | On time 7:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h24 | 4:09 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06016 · 06192 | On time 7:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 12h39 | 8:24 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
18093 | On time 8:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 5h58 | 2:31 PM Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
01101 | On time 9:15 AM Barcelona Sants | 2h58 | 12:13 PM Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
06500 · 06612 | On time 9:40 AM Barcelona Sants | 12h35 | 10:15 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06500 · 06582 | On time 9:40 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h29 | 7:09 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06110 · 06202 | On time 9:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h54 | 9:39 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06110 · 06142 | On time 9:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h24 | 4:09 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06110 · 06192 | On time 9:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 10h39 | 8:24 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
00463 | On time 10:05 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h27 | 1:32 PM Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
06020 · 06202 | On time 10:25 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h14 | 9:39 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06020 · 06192 | On time 10:25 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h59 | 8:24 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06320 · 06192 | On time 11:14 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h10 | 8:24 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06320 · 06202 | On time 11:14 AM Barcelona Sants | 10h25 | 9:39 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06130 · 06202 | On time 12:06 PM Barcelona Sants | 9h33 | 9:39 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06130 · 06192 | On time 12:06 PM Barcelona Sants | 8h18 | 8:24 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06014 · 06202 | On time 12:20 PM Barcelona Sants | 9h19 | 9:39 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06014 · 06192 | On time 12:20 PM Barcelona Sants | 8h04 | 8:24 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06540 · 06582 | On time 12:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h19 | 7:09 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06540 · 06612 | On time 12:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 9h25 | 10:15 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06150 · 06202 | On time 1:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 7h49 | 9:39 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06150 · 06192 | On time 1:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h34 | 8:24 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
06160 · 06202 | On time 2:55 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h44 | 9:39 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 1 transfer | |
01181 | On time 5:15 PM Barcelona Sants | 2h54 | 8:09 PM Valencia-Estacio Del Nord | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Valencia
Trains from Barcelona to Valencia run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 303 km distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 303 km |
Average train duration 3h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 21:07 |
Train companies: Renfe EUROMED, Renfe Intercity, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, iryo, Ouigo, Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona to Valencia trainsRenfe EUROMED, Renfe Intercity, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, iryo, Ouigo, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona and Valencia from €22. 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 Valencia
Barcelona and Valencia are connected by 18 trains per day. All trains are run by Renfe (the only Spanish railway operator) and travel time is approximately three and a half hours, although some trains can take up to 5 hours and require changing at Aldea-Amposta-Tortosa Station. Trains depart Barcelona every hour between 5:50 a.m. and 8:04 p.m.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Barcelona to Valencia?
Departure Station: Trains from Barcelona to Valencia depart from either Barcelona Estacio de Franca and Barcelona Sants. Most trains originate at Estacio de Franca, calling at Sants station 10 minutes later. Estacio de Franca is 0.6 miles from the Rambla, the Gothic Quarter, and the waterfront, whereas Sants station is convenient for travellers visiting the Olympic Stadium and Nou Camp, which are 1.8 miles away. Sants is also an underground station and is a 20-minute drive from the airport.
Arrival Station: Valencia Estacio del Nord and Valencia Joaquin Sorolla. The former is Valencia's main railway station, and is under 1 mile away from the city centre, within walking distance of three underground stations. Joaquin Sorolla station is 0.6 miles south of Estacio del Nord. Regional trains stop at Valencia Cabanyal, in the eastern part of the city and just over half a mile from the waterfront.
FAQs: Trains from Barcelona to Valencia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Valencia 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 Valencia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Valencia
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Lasarte
- El Nacional
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- €1
- Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona
- Hotel Royal Passeig de Gracia
- Casa Fuster Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and Rodalies trains
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Hall 3: FGC services
- Metro: Line 2, Line 3, Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- FGC: Lines S1, S2, S5, S55
- Mon - Sun: 05:30 - 00:00
- Equipped with lockers (Service is temporarily suspended for health reasons)
- De pans
- Hiper Asia
- La Cervecería de la Estación
- Yummy
- Wheelchair accessible mobility assistance staff.
- Casual del Cine Valencia
- Vincci Lys
- AC Hotel Colon Valencia
- Mon - Sun: 05:30 - 00:00
- In the lobby area.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Cercanias lines: C1, C2, C3, C5, C6
- Train lines: Intercity, Media Distancia, Talgo, Regional, Regional Express
- Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 23:59
- Open daily from 07:00 to 22:00.
- Coffee Coffee
- The Pause – Lavazza
- Mon Orxata
- McDonald’s
- The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms.
- Petite Palace Ruzafa
- Hotel Conqueridor
- Senator Parque Central Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 23:59
- Located on the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 27, 89, 90, free shuttle to Nord Station
- Metro lines: 3 and 5
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Intercity
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