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Barcelona to Valencia Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Barcelona to Valencia? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as KWD 10.760, with the average fare for this route being approximately KWD 20.960. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
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    From KWD 19.130
  • Mon, Jun 9
    From KWD 10.760
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 10.760
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    From KWD 10.760
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 11.770
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    From KWD 10.760
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    From KWD 10.760
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10:03
Barcelona-Sants
15:40
Valencia-Estació del Nord
5h 37m, Directrenfe
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10:03
Barcelona-Sants
15:45
Valencia-Estació del Nord
5h 42m, Directrenfe
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10:15
Barcelona-Sants
13:13
Valencia-Estació del Nord
2h 58m, Directrenfe
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11:05
Barcelona-Sants
14:32
Valencia-Estació del Nord
3h 27m, DirectIntercit
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16:15
Barcelona-Sants
19:02
Valencia-Estació del Nord
2h 47m, Directrenfe
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18:15
Barcelona-Sants
21:09
Paris
2h 54m, Directrenfe
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Barcelona to Valencia Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Barcelona to Valencia usually begin at KWD 10.760. The average travel time is about 2h 47m, spanning a distance of roughly 188 miles. Intercit, renfe provides around 7 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
10:03
Last train
Last train
20:15
Departure station
Departure station
Barcelona
Arrival station
Arrival station
Valencia
Journey time
Journey time
2h 47m
Distance
Distance
188 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 10.760
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children are allowed to select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or request refunds based on the ticket type, which may involve a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

With the Tarjeta Dorada, Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the rules for changes and refunds.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled passengers can benefit from Renfe's discounts, with savings of up to 40%. For just €6, you can get a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is greater during weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets are subject to the type of ticket and may incur a fee.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

With the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25. This card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. Enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Advance booking

By booking in advance, you can benefit from discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes can be reserved up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the lower the price. Trip.com highlights the cheapest prices, simplifying your travel planning.

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona to Valencia

Renfe trains, particularly the AVE models, provide four service categories based on fare options. The seating arrangements include Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains are equipped with high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are ideal for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet environment for resting, reading, or working in a silent coach. Dining options onboard feature a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking enhanced comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders also benefit from the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Barcelona to Valencia Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Barcelona to Valencia, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Barcelona to Valencia Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

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    Book in Advance

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  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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