Lisbon to Barcelona by train

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Overview: trains from Lisbon to Barcelona

Find the key information for travelling by train from Lisbon to Barcelona, 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 21:25 View journey
Last train 21:34 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 13hr 11m View journey
Distance (km) 1006
Trains / day 1 View all
Cheapest journey £66.50 View journey
Avg journey time 16hr 25m
Train operators 4

Discover Lisbon to Barcelona by train

Planning a train adventure from Lisbon to Barcelona? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train cost between Lisbon and Barcelona

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: £66.50

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance: £81

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance: £92

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

  • Subscribe to the Rail Europe newsletter to be notified about discounts.

And last but not least, compare ticket prices on Rail Europe. We automatically compile all ticket offers in one easy search so you can choose by price, timing or whatever is driving your journey.

Lisbon to Barcelona departure timetable

On this route, 1 train run daily, with the first one leaving Lisbon at 21:25 and the last leaving at 21:34 during the week.

For weekend travel to Barcelona, the earliest departure is at 21:25 and the last one is at 21:34. You will find that departures along this journey occur every .

How long does the train from Lisbon to Barcelona take?

The shortest journey time on this route is 13 hours and 11 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 1,006 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Lisbon and Barcelona?

You can secure tickets for travel between Lisbon and Barcelona up to 5 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Making the most of your Lisbon to Barcelona 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: Barcelona.

FAQs about the train journey from Lisbon to Barcelona

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

The train journey from Lisbon to Barcelona covers 1,006 kilometres in total.

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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.