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Interpretation centre inside a windmill explaining milling, local identity and the La Mancha landscape; a practical stop on San Antón hill.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£73
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£94
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
5 h 43 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 53 m
Trains on 18 Sept
60
Distance
506 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Alcazar de San Juan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Alcazar de San Juan will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
To travel from Barcelona to Alcazar de San Juan you need to make at least one change.
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18042Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Alcazar de San Juan among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £52 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £52, while a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 506 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
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£52 Average Price Cheapest | £94 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 5h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Alcazar de San Juan take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 18m.
Coach takes on average 6h 42m.
The journey is about 1h 14m faster (5h 18m by train vs 6h 32m by car) and roughly £42 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£52 vs £94). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Alcazar de San Juan trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:40 Barcelona | 7h16 | 12:56 Alcazar de San Juan | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:40 Barcelona | 7h16 | 13:56 Alcazar de San Juan | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
06060+ 18170 | 5:45 Barcelona Sants | 8h49 | 14:34 Alcázar De San Juan | 1 change | |
06060+ 18040 | 5:45 Barcelona Sants | 10h26 | 16:11 Alcázar De San Juan | 1 change | |
03062+ 18170 | 5:50 Barcelona Sants | 8h44 | 14:34 Alcázar De San Juan | 1 change | |
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Trains from Barcelona to Alcazar de San Juan run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 506 km distance in 7h 16m.
Distance 506 km |
Average train duration 5h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 16m |
First train 1:00 |
Last train 21:07 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Alcazar de San Juan — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alcazar de San Juan trip today.
Interpretation centre inside a windmill explaining milling, local identity and the La Mancha landscape; a practical stop on San Antón hill.
Municipal museum with archaeology, history and fine arts collections that introduce the town’s long past in a compact, accessible visit.
Railway museum reflecting Alcázar’s role as an important rail junction, with objects and displays of strong interest to transport enthusiasts.
The town’s main square, framed by civic buildings and arcades, ideal for orienting yourself and experiencing daily local life.
Open-air wetland area on the outskirts, valued for birdwatching and easy walking routes through a distinctive La Mancha landscape.
Central square near Santa María, known for historic surroundings and as a convenient base for exploring the old quarter on foot.
Hearty local stew of chickpeas, pork and vegetables, long linked to La Mancha home cooking and winter family meals.
Rustic gazpacho from La Mancha made with game or rabbit and pieces of unleavened flatbread; a classic regional countryside dish.
Creamy porridge of almorta flour cooked with garlic, paprika and often pork, traditionally shared from the pan in La Mancha.
Established restaurant offering refined regional cuisine and wine in a more polished setting for a longer meal.
Traditional Castilian restaurant known for Manchego specialities, grilled meats and a classic local dining room atmosphere.
Popular local venue for tapas, raciones and casual meals, with a lively atmosphere suited to tasting regional dishes.
Moderate for Spain inland towns: stays, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than Madrid or coastal cities, though hotel prices can rise during festivals and peak weekends.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, small change in cafés, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Alcazar de San Juan by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Alcazar de San Juan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Alcazar de San Juan trains use the Barcelona Sants to Alcázar De San Juan station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Alcazar de San Juan train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
Alcázar De San Juan has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante La Viña E, Restaurante El Cruce
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Alcázar De San Juan. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Alcázar De San Juan. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alcázar De San Juan: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Alcázar De San Juan: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alcázar De San Juan: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Convento Santa Clara, Hotel Ínsula Barataria, Hotel Château Viñasoro.
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