London to Barcelona train with TGV INOUI
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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€371
Average price
€371
Fastest journey
10 h 58 m
Average duration
14 h 43 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1139 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Barcelona will cost around €371 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €371.
It's difficult to get from London to Barcelona without transferring at least 2 times.
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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from London to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.8kg.
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€370 Average price | €123 Average price Cheapest | €145 Average price |
15h 11m Average duration 14h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 1d 30h 41m Average duration 1d 30h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.4 - 6.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Barcelona
United Kingdom
Spain
Distance 1139 km |
Average train duration 14h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €370 |
Trains per day 1 |
Train providers 2 |
Fastest train 10h 58m |
First train 06:01 |
Last train 10:01 |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe-SNCF and Eurostar trains London to Barcelona
Buy your official SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe-SNCF and Eurostar train tickets to Barcelona from London from €671 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular trip.
Renfe-SNCF is a joint venture between Spain's Renfe and France's SNCF, offering high-speed rail services between the two countries. The trains run at speeds of up to 300 km/h, with departures every two hours. Renfe-SNCF offers three types of trains: the AVE, the TGV and the EuroMed. The AVE is the fastest, with a journey time of just over three hours between Madrid and Paris. The TGV is slightly slower, but still offers a comfortable journey. The EuroMed is the slowest, but is the most affordable option. Renfe-SNCF offers a range of ticket types, including single, return and group tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power sockets and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe-SNCF are Madrid to Paris, Barcelona to Marseille and Madrid to Lyon.
Trains from London to Barcelona
Barcelona, the capital and largest city of the autonomous community of Catalonia is an eye candy to many, thanks to the infamous architectural designs by Antoni Gaudi. Passengers wishing to visit Barcelona by train from the British capital will find routes readily available. These trips from London to Barcelona take an average journey time of 13 hours six minutes covering a distance of approximately 710 miles. However, there’re some quick London Barcelona trains which travel at a speed of 198mph to cover this distance within ten hours ten minutes. The route consists of around five trains per day.
Which train companies travel from London to Barcelona?
Eurostar, a high-speed company, is the leading train company on the route. It operates trains traveling from London to Barcelona, connecting them to France via Channel Tunnel, commonly known as the Renfe-SNCF. Channel Tunnel is a high-speed joint venture that operates as a cross-border between national trains in France and Spain.
How long is the train from London to Barcelona?
The average time for trains traveling from London and Barcelona is 13 hours six minutes with five trains per day. The journey times are prone to changes during holidays and weekends. However, there are high-speed London to Barcelona trains operated by Eurostar trains that cover the journey within an average of ten hours ten minutes. It’s important to note that this route does not feature direct trains. Trains from London to Barcelona typically involves at least one train change.
How many trains are there from London to Barcelona?
There are five trains per day traveling from London to Barcelona which are operated by Eurostar trains company. The trains offer three comfort classes; Standard, Standard Premier, and Business Premier.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Barcelona?
Departure train station: Trains from London to Barcelona depart from London St. Pancras International. The station is located in the city center with great links to the London Underground, bus routes around the city and has a designated taxi rank just outside. The firsts train leaves at about 7:16 a.m. and the last train leaves around 8:00 p.m. in the evening.
Arrival train station: The arrival station for London to Barcelona trains arrives at Barcelona Saint Station, located right in the city center. Like other trains destinations in Europe, both stations have modern and comfortable facilities such as cash machines, tourist information offices, and so much more.
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