Travelling from Barcelona to Porto by train

Want to know how to get from Barcelona to Porto by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Barcelona to Porto take around 13 hours and 8 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 897 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Barcelona is scheduled to depart at around  05:40. The last departure is usually at around 21:25 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Barcelona at around 05:50, with the last train leaving at around 21:25. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 22 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 24 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$127.50.

We think any time is a great time to visit Porto, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Porto.

Is there a direct train from Barcelona to Porto?

The journey between Barcelona and Porto usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Barcelona to Porto every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Barcelona to Porto?

The Barcelona to Porto train travel takes about 13 hours and 8 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Barcelona to Porto train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Porto leaving Barcelona at around 05:40 and the last train leaving at around 21:25 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Barcelona at around 05:50, with the final departure at 21:25.