The cheapest and fastest trains from Peñíscola to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€35
Fastest journey
1 h 54 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
187 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Peñíscola to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Peñíscola to Barcelona will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 4 trains that leave Peñíscola for Barcelona on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 187 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 51 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 bus and train for Peñíscola to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Peñíscola to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €2, and a bus costs an average of €29.
Distance: 187 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €31 Average price |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration 2h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Peñíscola to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Peñíscola 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 |
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00694 | On time 5:39 PM Benicarló-Peñíscola | 2h12 | 7:51 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
00460 | On time 6:03 PM Benicarló-Peñíscola | 1h54 | 7:57 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
18096 | On time 6:46 PM Benicarló-Peñíscola | 3h51 | 10:37 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 5:27 AM Peñíscola | 3h19 | 8:46 AM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Peñíscola to Barcelona
Trains from Peñíscola to Barcelona run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €2 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 187 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 187 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €2 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 06:16 |
Last train 21:25 |
Train companies: Renfe, Renfe Intercity, Renfe ALVIA from Peñíscola to Barcelona trainsRenfe, Renfe Intercity, Renfe ALVIA trains will get you between Peñíscola and Barcelona from €2. 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 Peñíscola to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Peñíscola 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 Peñíscola 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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