Valencia to Barcelona by train
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Overview: trains from Valencia to Barcelona
Find the key information for travelling by train from Valencia 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.
Taking the train from Valencia to Barcelona
Ready to book a trip from Valencia to Barcelona by train? Let this guide make the process smooth, easy and truly enjoyable. Because trains make ‘getting there’ part of the fun.
Train travel between Valencia and Barcelona: train ticket prices
Cost of train tickets from Valencia to Barcelona:
Cheapest tickets: US$26.50
Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance: US$32
Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance: US$35
Tickets go on sale 12 months in advance.
Train times for travel between Valencia and Barcelona
If you are taking the train from Valencia to Barcelona, you will have 43 trains each day (with a departure every 5 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 06:20. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 20:35. On weekends, the first train departs at 06:30, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 20:35.
Train travel time and distance from Valencia to Barcelona
Trains can complete this route in as little as 2 hours and 40 minutes. The total distance travelled is 301 kilometres.
When do tickets between Valencia and Barcelona go on sale?
Travellers can book train journeys between Valencia and Barcelona 12 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.
Additional information on train travel from Valencia to Barcelona
Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Barcelona city guide to start planning your getaway.
FAQs about the train journey from Valencia to Barcelona
Want to know more about your journey from Valencia to Barcelona? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The distance between Valencia and Barcelona is 301 kilometres.
The cheapest fare on this route is US$26.50. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about US$32. If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically US$35.
You can start booking tickets for this route 12 months in advance.
The fastest journey is 2 hours and 40 minutes.
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