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Valencia to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Planning a trip from Valencia to Barcelona? On Trip.com, you can find Renfe tickets for as low as KWD 10.900, with the average fare for this route being approximately KWD 16.550. Consider using split tickets to find the most cost-effective prices.
  • Mon, Jun 16
    From KWD 10.900
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    From KWD 10.900
  • Wed, Jun 18
    From KWD 10.900
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From KWD 10.900
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From KWD 12.010
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From KWD 11.910
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From KWD 10.900
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15:02
Valencia-Estació del Nord
18:19
Barcelona-Sants
3h 17m, Directrenfe
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15:32
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
21:30
Barcelona-Sants
5h 58m, Changes requiredrenfe
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15:36
Valencia-Estació del Nord
19:00
Barcelona-Sants
3h 24m, Directrenfe
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16:35
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
22:30
Barcelona-Sants
5h 55m, Changes requiredrenfe
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16:59
Valencia-Estació del Nord
20:51
Barcelona-Sants
3h 52m, Directrenfe
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17:15
Valencia-Estació del Nord
23:07
Paris
5h 52m, Directrenfe
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Valencia to Barcelona Train Route Details

For the route from Valencia to Barcelona, train tickets usually start at KWD 10.900. The trip takes about 3h 3m on average, covering around 188 miles. Intercit, renfe typically runs 20 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
06:30
Last train
Last train
18:42
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 3m
Distance
Distance
188 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 10.900
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

With Renfe, AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers can take advantage of special discounted fares on specific routes. These deals are available in limited quantities and depend on route selections, travel times, and applicable terms.
Spanish train offers

Advance booking

Advance bookings can provide discounts up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, while other routes offer cheaper prices the earlier you book. Trip.com has already indicated the lowest prices, making your travel planning easy.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

Renfe provides young people aged 14 to 25 with up to 30% off train fares through the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50. This card is valid for one year and cannot be transferred. It offers a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled travellers can enjoy Renfe's discounts, offering up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is more substantial on weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets depend on the type of ticket and may come with a fee.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe offers discounted fares for large families in Spain, providing a 20% reduction for general category families and 50% for special category families on most services, including AVE and Larga Distancia trains. These discounts exclude AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías services. Single-parent families can also access discounts on Rodalies trains in Catalonia with a valid certificate from the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Children Fare

Children aged 4 to 13 receive a 40% discount on ticket fares with Renfe. They are entitled to choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or get refunds based on the ticket type, potentially incurring a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not have a reserved seat. Note that, on Cercanías trains, the free travel age limit without a seat is under six years old.

Onboard Renfe trains from Valencia to Barcelona

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating types are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar tickets, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium tickets.

All AVE trains have high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and can accommodate up to three bags. The Standard seats are designed for regular commuters or people on budget. You can enjoy a quiet time to rest, read, or work in a silent coach. Onboard dining options include a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort is designed for those who pursue a higher quality of travel, and offers more services, including wider seats and more legroom. With Prémium tickets, you can also enjoy the Premium Menu at your seat, as well as snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Valencia to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

Select from four fare types for your trip from Valencia to Barcelona, arranged in order of price from low to high: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type has different conditions for refunds and changes.

Valencia to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

Básico

Básico is the least expensive fare available on AVE trains, and it comes with no refund or change options.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit more expensive compared to the Básico fare. This ticket option includes the ability to get 70% refund of the original ticket price and make one free change, along with several extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort is a bit pricier than Elige Estándar. The primary distinction is the wider seats, and it also offers the option for refunds and changes.

Prémium

As the most expensive fare, Prémium includes unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • 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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    Use Trip.com Discounts

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