Portbou to London by train

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Overview: trains from Portbou to London

Find the key information for travelling by train from Portbou to London, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 06:12 View journey
Last train 20:06 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 10hr 26m View journey
Distance (km) 1042
Trains / day 14 View all
Cheapest journey CA$489.45 View journey
Avg journey time 20hr 57m
Train operators 12

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Cost of train travel from Portbou to London

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Portbou to London:

  • Cheapest ticket: CA$489.45

  • Pricing when booking a month in advance:

  • Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train times for travel from Portbou to London

During the week, the earliest departure time is at 06:12 and the last departure is 20:06. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:53 and the last train leaves at 19:06. On average, a total of 14 trains make this journey each day.

How long does the train from Portbou to London take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 10 hours and 26 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 1,042 kilometres.

When do tickets between Portbou and London go on sale?

Travellers can book train journeys between Portbou and London 5 months before the travel date. The earlier you book, the better the price. Stay informed about ticket availability by setting up a personalised booking alert with Rail Europe.

Making your Portbou to London travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: London.

FAQs about the train journey from Portbou to London

Want to know more about your journey from Portbou to London? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey between Portbou and London covers 1,042 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.