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Barcelona to Girona by train
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Cheapest Price AU$10.95
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30 days in advance AU$26.28
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First train06:50
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Last train23:05
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Avg changes0
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Fastest journey38m
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Distance87 kilometres
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Trains per day44
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Avg. journey time51m
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Train operators
Travelling by train from Barcelona to Girona
Ready to travel from Barcelona to Girona by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.
Train cost between Barcelona and Girona: point-to-point tickets
Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from AU$10.95, then go to AU$26, if booked a month in advance, and AU$16, if booked 7 days in advance.
Cost of travel with European train passes
Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.
Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.
Train times for travel from Barcelona to Girona
During the week, the earliest departure time is at 07:05 and the last departure is 23:05. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:50 and the last train leaves at 23:05. On average, a total of 44 trains make this journey each day.
Travel time and distance between Barcelona and Girona
The route’s fastest journey takes 38 minutes, covering a total of 87 kilometres.
How early can you book train tickets from Barcelona to Girona?
Tickets on this route typically go on sale 12 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.
Making the most of your Barcelona to Girona travels
To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Girona.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the journey from Barcelona to Girona by train?
The total distance between Barcelona and Girona by train is 87 kilometres.
What is the Barcelona to Girona train ticket price?
The cheapest ticket on this route runs AU$10.95. When booked 30 days in advance, tickets cost AU$26. If booked 7 days in advance, tickets can cost around AU$16.
When do tickets go on sale for trains from Barcelona to Girona?
Tickets for this journey become available 12 months before the travel date.
What’s the travel time from Barcelona to Girona by train?
The fastest journey is 38 minutes.
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AVE or TGV
It is just a short hop by direct train from Barcelona to Girona, a town famous for its walled medieval Old Town. Regular AVE trains make the 40-min journey. You can also use TGV trains bound for France (shown in our system as 'AVE-TGV' trains for this journey entirely within Spain). Our booking system also shows Avant services on the route, but these are in fact regular high-speed AVE or TGV trains with a special lower Avant fare on this busy route through Catalonia.
Barcelona to Girona

The non-stop trains from Barcelona to Girona all depart from Barcelona Sants station. With a dozen high-speed trains each day on the route, you have plenty of choice. The station where you alight in Girona is very convenient for the city centre. There are no coastal views, as the route heads inland as soon as it leaves Barcelona. But sit on the left side of the train for great views of the Montseny massif.