The cheapest and fastest trains from Valencia to Barcelona
Cheapest price
€90
Average price
€108
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
6 h 11 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Valencia to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Valencia to Barcelona will cost around €108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €90.
It's difficult to get from Valencia to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
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06063 · 06021
06473 · 06571
06083 · 06141
06473 · 06541
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06163 · 06013Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Valencia to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Valencia to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €59.
Distance: 303 km
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€48 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €165 Average price |
4h 27m Average total duration 3h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Valencia to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Valencia to Barcelona trains for today, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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06473 · 06541 | On time 6:27 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h22 | 3:49 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06473 · 06571 | On time 6:27 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 12h27 | 6:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06083 · 06121 | On time 7:12 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 7h02 | 2:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06083 · 06141 | On time 7:12 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 8h42 | 3:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06083 · 06111 | On time 7:12 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h02 | 1:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06103 · 06141 | On time 8:57 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h57 | 3:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06103 · 06151 | On time 8:57 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 8h28 | 5:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06103 · 06021 | On time 8:57 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 7h44 | 4:41 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06503 · 06571 | On time 9:27 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h27 | 6:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06503 · 06541 | On time 9:27 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h22 | 3:49 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06123 · 06161 | On time 11:27 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h47 | 6:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06123 · 06151 | On time 11:27 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 5h58 | 5:25 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06123 · 06181 | On time 11:27 AM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 8h42 | 8:09 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06143 · 06013 | On time 12:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 8h24 | 9:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06143 · 06181 | On time 12:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 7h12 | 8:09 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06143 · 06171 | On time 12:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h17 | 7:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06943 · 06611 | On time 1:51 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 9h03 | 10:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06163 · 06013 | On time 2:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h24 | 9:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06163 · 06201 | On time 2:57 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 7h17 | 10:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
06573 · 06611 | On time 4:28 PM Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla | 6h26 | 10:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Valencia to Barcelona
Trains from Valencia to Barcelona run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 303 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 303 km |
Average train duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 21:07 |
Train companies: Renfe EUROMED, Renfe Intercity, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, iryo, Ouigo, Renfe Viajeros from Valencia to Barcelona trainsRenfe EUROMED, Renfe Intercity, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, iryo, Ouigo, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Valencia and Barcelona from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Valencia to Barcelona: An Overview
Visiting Catalonian capital, Barcelona, from Valencia by train is simple due to the regular RENFE highspeed services that run throughout the day. The average journey time is 3 hours 25 minutes meaning that getting the train between these two Spanish cities can be faster than flying.
Which train companies run service from Valencia to Barcelona?
The Valencia to Barcelona train is operated by RENFE, Spain's main train company .
How long is the train journey from Valencia to Barcelona?
The average time for the Valencia to Barcelona train is 3 hours 25 minutes, although it can take up to 5 hours and 32 minutes if you take one of the slower trains.
How many trains are there from Valencia to Barcelona a day?
There are 14 trains from Valencia to Barcelona that leave throughout the day. The first train from Valencia to Barcelona leaves at 6:20 in the morning the last train leaves at 20:31. The weekend schedule is fairly similar, with services running as frequently and until the same time. The only difference in the weekend schedule is that the first train does not leave until 9:27.
What are the departure and arrival stations from Valencia to Barcelona?
Departure train station: The train from Valencia to Barcelona can leave from both Valencia Joaquin Sorolla and Valencia Estacio del Nord. Joaquin Sorolla is the newer train station and is for long-distance routes, including Valencia to Barcelona, only. Valencia Estacio del Nord is located in the centre of Valencia and is connected to Valencia's airport by metro line 3 or 5. Both stations have cafes, toilets and luggage storage.
Arrival train station: The Valencia to Barcelona train arrives at Barcelona Sants, which is located in the West of the city. It is easily reachable by metro lines L3 and L5. Taxis are also available, with the average taxi journey from Barcelona Sants to the city centre being just under five minutes
FAQs: Trains from Valencia to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Valencia 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.

When departing from Valencia, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla, Valencia-Estacio Del Nord and València Cabanyal. When arriving in Barcelona, you can end your journey in train stations like Barcelona Sants, Passeig de Gràcia station and Barcelona Estació de França.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Valencia-Joaquín Sorolla, which is located around 1.2 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Barcelona Sants, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Valencia to Barcelona
- Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 23:59
- Open daily from 07:00 to 22:00.
- Coffee Coffee
- The Pause – Lavazza
- Mon Orxata
- McDonald’s
- The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair parking, adapted elevators, adapted platforms.
- Petite Palace Ruzafa
- Hotel Conqueridor
- Senator Parque Central Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:45 - 23:59
- Sun: 06:45 - 23:59
- Located on the ground floor of the main concourse.
- Bus lines: 9, 10, 27, 89, 90, free shuttle to Nord Station
- Metro lines: 3 and 5
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Intercity
- Mon - Sun: 05:30 - 00:00
- Equipped with lockers (Service is temporarily suspended for health reasons)
- De pans
- Hiper Asia
- La Cervecería de la Estación
- Yummy
- Wheelchair accessible mobility assistance staff.
- Casual del Cine Valencia
- Vincci Lys
- AC Hotel Colon Valencia
- Mon - Sun: 05:30 - 00:00
- In the lobby area.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Cercanias lines: C1, C2, C3, C5, C6
- Train lines: Intercity, Media Distancia, Talgo, Regional, Regional Express
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Lasarte
- El Nacional
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- €1
- Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona
- Hotel Royal Passeig de Gracia
- Casa Fuster Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for regional and Rodalies trains
- Hall 2: metro connections
- Hall 3: FGC services
- Metro: Line 2, Line 3, Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- FGC: Lines S1, S2, S5, S55
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