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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Marbella to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€131
Average price
€132
Fastest journey
9 h 11 m
Average duration
9 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
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 €132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €131.
It's difficult to get from Marbella to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
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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 prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €24, and a bus costs an average of €116.
Distance: 815 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€111 Average price | €104 Average price Cheapest | €121 Average price |
6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 44m Average total duration 14h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.4 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Marbella to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Marbella to Barcelona trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:33 AM Marbella | 6h08 | 3:41 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 4:27 PM Marbella | 2h57 | 7:24 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| NORMAL.+06021 | On time 5:40 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 11h01 | 4:41 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| NORMAL.+06021 | On time 6:30 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 10h11 | 4:41 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| EXPRESS.+06021 | On time 7:15 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 9h26 | 4:41 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| NORMAL.+06021 | On time 7:20 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 9h21 | 4:41 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| NORMAL.+06021 | On time 7:30 AM Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 9h11 | 4:41 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 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €26 but you can travel from only €24 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 11:50. The fastest train covers the 815 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 815 km |
Average train duration 6h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €26 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 11:50 |
Train companies: iryo from Marbella to Barcelona trainsiryo trains will get you between Marbella and Barcelona from €24. 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
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
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