4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Marbella to Barcelona
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€119
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€119
Fastest journey on Sep 19
9 h 13 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
10 h 19 m
Trains on Sep 19
6
Distance
815 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marbella to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marbella to Barcelona will cost around €119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €119.
It's difficult to get from Marbella to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
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060217:30 AM10h43Marbella, Estación de Autobuses6:13 PMBarcelona Sants€1191One-way1 transfer- NORMAL.+060216:40 AM11h33Marbella, Estación de Autobuses6:13 PMBarcelona Sants€1191One-way1 transfer
- NORMAL.+060218:05 AM10h08Marbella, Estación de Autobuses6:13 PMBarcelona Sants€1191One-way1 transfer
- NORMAL.+060215:30 AM12h43Marbella, Estación de Autobuses6:13 PMBarcelona Sants€1191One-way1 transfer
- NORMAL.+060219:00 AM9h13Marbella, Estación de Autobuses6:13 PMBarcelona Sants€1191One-way1 transfer
- NORMAL.+060219:00 AM9h13Marbella, Estación de Autobuses6:13 PMBarcelona Sants€1191One-way1 transfer
- EXPRESS.+060218:15 AM9h58Marbella, Estación de Autobuses6:13 PMBarcelona Sants€1211One-way1 transfer
- NORMAL.+060218:05 AM10h08Marbella, Estación de Autobuses6:13 PMBarcelona Sants€1191One-way1 transfer
- NORMAL.+060217:30 AM10h43Marbella, Estación de Autobuses6:13 PMBarcelona Sants€1191One-way1 transfer
- NORMAL.+060216:40 AM11h33Marbella, Estación de Autobuses6:13 PMBarcelona Sants€1191One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Marbella to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Marbella to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €72 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 59m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 2.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €72, while a bus costs an average of €126.
Distance: 815 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€82 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest | €126 Average price | €163 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 20m Average total duration 13h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 2.4 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Marbella to Barcelona:
A flight is €10 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marbella to Barcelona costing on average €82.
A flight is €54 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Marbella to Barcelona costing on average €126.
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 53m.
Bus takes on average 13h 50m.
Live departures
Marbella to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Marbella to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORMAL.+06021 | 5:30 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 12h43 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| NORMAL.+06021 | 6:40 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 11h33 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| NORMAL.+06021 | 7:30 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 10h43 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| NORMAL.+06021 | 8:05 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 10h08 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| EXPRESS.+06021 | 8:15 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 9h58 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| NORMAL.+06021 | 9:00 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 9h13 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marbella to Barcelona
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Trains from Marbella to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €59 but you can travel from only €15 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 11:50. The fastest train covers the 815 km distance in 6h 2m.
Distance 815 km |
Average train duration 6h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €59 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 2m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 11:50 AM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: iryo, SNCF OUIGO from Marbella to Barcelona trainsiryo, SNCF OUIGO trains will get you between Marbella and Barcelona from €15. 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 Marbella to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marbella 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 Marbella to Barcelona
Most Marbella to Barcelona trains use the Malaga María Zambrano to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Marbella and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barcelona station do trains from Marbella arrive at?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: 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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
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