The cheapest and fastest trains from Granada to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€78
Average price
€115
Fastest journey
7 h 20 m
Average duration
7 h 51 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
681 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Granada to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Granada to Barcelona will cost around €115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €78.
Of the 9 trains that leave Granada for Barcelona on Sat, May 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct trains cover the 681 km distance in an average of 7 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest trains will take 8 h 25 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.
039313:40 PM7h20Granada station11:00 PMBarcelona Sants€781One-way0 transfers
02077+
061616:45 AM12h54Granada station7:39 PMBarcelona Sants€901One-way1 transfer
02077+
060216:45 AM11h21Granada station6:06 PMBarcelona Sants€971One-way1 transfer
02077+
061116:45 AM7h54Granada station2:39 PMBarcelona Sants€1001One-way1 transfer
02167+
060132:55 PM7h51Granada station10:46 PMBarcelona Sants€1111One-way1 transfer
039313:40 PM7h20Granada station11:00 PMBarcelona Sants€781One-way0 transfers
02087+
0615111:08 AM7h46Granada station6:54 PMBarcelona Sants€1441One-way1 transfer
02167+
060132:55 PM7h51Granada station10:46 PMBarcelona Sants€1111One-way1 transfer
02077+
061116:45 AM7h54Granada station2:39 PMBarcelona Sants€1001One-way1 transfer
02167 · 033092:55 PM8h25Granada station11:20 PMBarcelona Sants€1401One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Granada to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Granada to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €30.
Distance: 681 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€91 Average price Cheapest | €148 Average price | €99 Average price |
6h 12m Average total duration 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 50m Average total duration 11h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Granada to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Granada to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
02077+ 06111 | 6:45 AM Granada station | 7h54 | 2:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02077+ 06161 | 6:45 AM Granada station | 12h54 | 7:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02077+ 06021 | 6:45 AM Granada station | 11h21 | 6:06 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02087+ 06151 | 11:08 AM Granada station | 7h46 | 6:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02087+ 06161 | 11:08 AM Granada station | 8h31 | 7:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02087+ 03163 | 11:08 AM Granada station | 8h36 | 7:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02167 · 03309 | 2:55 PM Granada station | 8h25 | 11:20 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02167+ 06013 | 2:55 PM Granada station | 7h51 | 10:46 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
03931 | 3:40 PM Granada station | 7h20 | 11:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Granada to Barcelona
Trains from Granada to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €39 but you can travel from only €30 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 681 km distance in 6h 28m.
Distance 681 km |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €39 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 28m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: AVE, Renfe ALVIA, iryo from Granada to Barcelona trainsAVE, Renfe ALVIA, iryo trains will get you between Granada and Barcelona from €30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Granada to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Granada to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Granada to Barcelona
- 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
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