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Valencia to Barcelona Train Prices and Times

Considering a journey from Valencia to Barcelona? Trip.com offers Renfe tickets beginning at KWD 10.770, with the average cost for this route around KWD 11.200. We advise exploring split ticketing methods to get the best possible fares.
  • Sun, Jun 8
    From KWD 17.560
  • Mon, Jun 9
    From KWD 10.770
  • Tue, Jun 10
    From KWD 10.770
  • Wed, Jun 11
    From KWD 11.770
  • Thu, Jun 12
    From KWD 10.770
  • Fri, Jun 13
    From KWD 11.780
  • Sat, Jun 14
    From KWD 10.770
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06:30
Valencia-Estació del Nord
09:39
Barcelona-Sants
3h 9m, DirectIntercit
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09:06
Valencia-Estació del Nord
12:20
Barcelona-Sants
3h 14m, Directrenfe
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11:25
Valencia-Estació del Nord
14:46
Barcelona-Sants
3h 21m, Changes requiredrenfe
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11:25
Valencia-Estació del Nord
14:50
Barcelona-Sants
3h 25m, Directrenfe
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15:02
Valencia-Estació del Nord
18:19
Barcelona-Sants
3h 17m, Directrenfe
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15:36
Valencia-Estació del Nord
19:00
Paris
3h 24m, Directrenfe
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Valencia to Barcelona Train Route Details

For the route from Valencia to Barcelona, train tickets usually start at KWD 10.770. The trip takes about 3h 9m on average, covering around 188 miles. Intercit, renfe typically runs 11 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
Valencia
Arrival station
Arrival station
Barcelona
Journey time
Journey time
3h 9m
Distance
Distance
188 miles
Price
Price
From KWD 10.770
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Travellers on Renfe's AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy exclusive discounts tailored to select routes. These offers are subject to availability and vary based on travel schedules, routes, and terms.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Children Fare

For children aged 4 to 13, Renfe provides a 40% discount on ticket prices. These children can choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or request refunds according to the ticket type, which might incur a fee. Children under four travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Advance booking

Booking early can offer you discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the more you save. Trip.com has already highlighted the best prices, making your travel planning straightforward.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe's Tarjeta Dorada 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. You can get a 25% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. For Avant trains, discounts vary: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, and the same rules apply for changes and refunds.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. Note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, with an applicable fee.

Onboard Renfe trains from Valencia to Barcelona

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

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

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

Valencia to Barcelona Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Valencia to Barcelona, 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.

Valencia to Barcelona 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

  • Book in Advance

    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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