From Ancona to Barcelona by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Ancona to Barcelona by train. With 14 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Ancona and Barcelona: 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 US$176.60, then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , 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.

Ancona to Barcelona daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Barcelona on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 14 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 02:13: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 20:25: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 02:13: departure of first train on weekends

  • 22:40: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 45 minutes: frequency of train departures

Average train travel time and distance from Ancona to Barcelona

On this route, the fastest trip lasts 18 hours and 19 minutes, spanning 964 kilometres in total.

Booking horizon for travel between Ancona and Barcelona

Tickets for travel between Ancona and Barcelona can be booked 5 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Making your Ancona to Barcelona travels smooth and enjoyable

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

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Ancona to Barcelona by train?

The trip from Ancona to Barcelona covers a distance of 964 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Ancona to Barcelona?

The cheapest fare on this route is US$176.60. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .

When do tickets go on sale for trains from Ancona to Barcelona?

Tickets for this journey become available 5 months before the travel date.

How long does the train take from Ancona to Barcelona?

The fastest journey takes 18 hours and 19 minutes.