The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Manchester
Cheapest price
£478
Average price
£478
Fastest journey
11 h 38 m
Average duration
15 h 9 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1384 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Manchester will cost around £478 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £478.
To travel from Barcelona to Manchester you need to make at least 3 changes.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Barcelona to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £32, and a train costs an average of £481.
Distance: 1384 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£481 Average Price | £105 Average Price Cheapest | £158 Average Price |
15h 22m Average total duration 14h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration Fastest 3h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 16m Average total duration 29h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 4.1 - 8.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Barcelona to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Manchester trains for today, Saturday 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:28 Barcelona | 11h37 | 21:05 Manchester | 3 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Manchester
Trains from Barcelona to Manchester run on average 1 times per day, taking around 14h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £481 but you can travel from only £32 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 09:28, the last at 16:25. The fastest train covers the 1384 km distance in 11h 37m.
Distance 1384 km |
Average train duration 14h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £481 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 11h 37m |
First train 09:28 |
Last train 16:25 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Barcelona to Manchester trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Barcelona and Manchester from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barcelona to Manchester train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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