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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Rome

Showing times and prices for 11 Jul

Cheapest price

£301

Average price

£301

Fastest journey

1 d 10 h 7 m

Average duration

1 d 10 h 7 m

Trains per day

Distance

859 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barcelona to Rome will cost around £301 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £301.

Fast trains

To travel from Barcelona to Rome you need to make at least 3 changes.

09:2834h07

Barcelona

19:35Rome

£3011One-way

3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Barcelona to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £288.

Distance: 859 km

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Train	Most popular Flight	Coach	Ferry
£288 Average Price	£167 Average Price	£130 Average Price	£50 Average Price Cheapest
16h 11m Average total duration 15h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	6h 22m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	21h 4m Average total duration 20h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	22h 57m Average total duration 21h 57m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time*
- CO2 emissions	2.6 - 5.2kg CO2 emissions	0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	- CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company	Most popular ferry company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Barcelona to Rome

Spain

Italy

Trains from Barcelona to Rome run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £288 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £28

Distance

859 km

Average train duration

15h 41m

Cheapest ticket price

£288

Trains per day

Fastest train

34h 7m

First train

04:50

Last train

20:40

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £28

Train companies: Frecciarossa, Renfe-SNCF and Intercity Notte trains Barcelona to Rome

Find the best route to Rome from Barcelona with Omio's train partners Frecciarossa, Renfe-SNCF and Intercity Notte! You'll find the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient trip for you.

There’s no need to fly between Italian hotspots when you can simply take a Frecciarossa train to reach your destination in just a few hours. Frecciarossa is the premier high-speed train service from Trenitalia, Italy’s national railway company, with around 200 connections made across Italy per day. These trains reach speeds up to 186 mph (300 kmh), making them one of the fastest in the world. You can expect to travel 533 miles (859 km) between Barcelona and Rome on a Frecciarossa high-speed train. All Frecciarossa classes provide free WiFi access, power outlets, air conditioning, toilets, luggage storage, onboard entertainment, and restaurant and bar services to passengers.

You can find the best deals on cheap Frecciarossa train tickets right here. As an official travel partner of Trenitalia, Omio shows you all travel information for the Barcelona to Rome trip, such as departure and arrival times, stops, train stations, journey times, and cheap fares. Once you’re ready, buy your Barcelona to Rome train ticket on Omio and enjoy travelling in full comfort on a Frecciarossa train!

Renfe-SNCF is a joint venture between Spain's Renfe and France's SNCF, offering high-speed rail services between the two countries. The trains run at speeds of up to 300 km/h, with departures every two hours. Renfe-SNCF offers three types of trains: the AVE, the TGV and the EuroMed. The AVE is the fastest, with a journey time of just over three hours between Madrid and Paris. The TGV is slightly slower, but still offers a comfortable journey. The EuroMed is the slowest, but is the most affordable option. Renfe-SNCF offers a range of ticket types, including single, return and group tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power sockets and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe-SNCF are Madrid to Paris, Barcelona to Marseille and Madrid to Lyon.

Intercity Notte is an Italian train service operated by Trenitalia. It runs overnight services between major cities in Italy, making it a great option for travelers looking to save time and money. The Intercity Notte offers two types of trains: the Frecciarossa Notte and the Frecciargento Notte. The Frecciarossa Notte is the fastest train, with speeds of up to 300 km/h, while the Frecciargento Notte is slightly slower but still offers a comfortable journey. Both trains offer a range of onboard facilities, including comfortable seating, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. Trenitalia offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, Comfort, and Business. Standard tickets are the most affordable, while Comfort and Business tickets offer additional benefits such as priority boarding and access to the lounge. The most popular routes for Intercity Notte are Rome to Milan, Rome to Venice, and Milan to Venice. These routes offer travelers the chance to explore some of Italy's most iconic cities in a convenient and comfortable way.

Trains from Barcelona to Rome

The distance from Barcelona in Spain to Rome in Italy is about 864 miles. Ordinarily, there are 3 train trips between the two locations every day. Trains need to pass through France from Barcelona to get to Rome. The different trips have varying durations depending on the number of stops along the way as well as the train's speed.

Barcelona to Rome train times: daily departures

Approximately 3 trains leave Barcelona en route to Rome each day. The first train leaves Barcelona at around 10:10 a.m., the second train departs at 2:00 p.m. while the last train leaves at around 4:30 p.m. every day of the week.

How long is the journey by train from Barcelona to Rome?

The 10:10 am train is the fastest, taking approximately 19 hours 33 minutes, with 3 changes along the way. The longest trip takes about 26 hours 40 minutes, making an average of 4 change along the way.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Barcelona to Rome?

Departure station: Barcelona Sants is about 1.5 miles from Plaça de Catalunya and taxis and a fleet of buses ply the route. The train station offers facilities such as shops, tourist information, restaurants, WiFi, car rentals and parking.

Arrival station: The final train station is Roma Ostiense. Travelers have access to a range of facilities such as bars and snack points, waiting room, shops, a supermarket, a ticket office, help desk, and disability assistance.

Which train companies travel from Barcelona to Rome?

There are several train companies operating the route from Barcelona to Rome. Passengers may be changed from one train to another along the way to ensure that their journey is smooth and well catered for. The ticketing company is in charge of the changes and therefore clients do not need to worry. Some of the main train companies operating from Barcelona to Rome include: Thello, TGV, and RENFE-SNCF. An ordinary trip may involve the different companies as follows:

RENFE-SNCF Barcelona to Rome

From Barcelona Stans to Roma Tiburtina the train takes about 19 hours 33 minutes. The train service offers two main train packages: flexible and semi-flexible. Along the way, different services are offered to clients. If a passenger gets a change from Valence to Chambéry Challes-les-Eaux, the train service offers a free bike compartment for the comfort of the passengers. In a train change from Barcelona to Valence TGV, free WiFi and socket is offered to passengers to keep them connected. For the journey, the train offers a standard non-reclining seat for the flexible and the semi flexible options. For travelers seeking to see more and enjoy different experiences along the way, one should be more flexible and opt for connecting and slower trains.

Barcelona to Rome trains: services on board

The whole journey on trains from Barcelona to Rome may include a couple of changes. In each train change, amenities may vary. However, some of the facilities that are bound to make your travelling easier may include free WiFi, electrical sockets, and free bike compartments

How to find cheap train tickets from Barcelona to Rome

In order to get the best deals on trains from Barcelona to Rome, passengers can book their tickets in advance. Train stations issue tickets three months in advance. Similarly, opting for the flexible travel plans, and connecting trains may reduce the fares significantly.

FAQs: Barcelona to Rome train

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