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Museo Art Nouveau y Art Déco - Casa Lis
Art Nouveau and Art Deco museum in Casa Lis, noted for decorative arts, stained glass and elegant interiors beside the old walls.
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£135
Fastest journey
6 h 13 m
Average duration
6 h 52 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
655 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Salamanca is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Salamanca will cost around £135 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
To travel from Barcelona to Salamanca you need to make at least one change.
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18913Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Salamanca among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £63. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £63, and a coach costs an average of £91.
Distance: 655 km
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£76 Average Price Cheapest | £91 Average Price |
8h 27m Average total duration Fastest 7h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration 8h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Salamanca trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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06080+ 18907 | On time 7:50 Barcelona Sants | 10h38 | 18:28 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
06080+ 04929 | On time 7:50 Barcelona Sants | 6h33 | 14:23 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
06080+ 18905 | On time 7:50 Barcelona Sants | 8h29 | 16:19 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
06012+ 18913 | On time 8:45 Barcelona Sants | 12h04 | 20:49 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
06012+ 18907 | On time 8:45 Barcelona Sants | 9h43 | 18:28 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
06012+ 18905 | On time 8:45 Barcelona Sants | 7h34 | 16:19 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
06020+ 18913 | On time 11:18 Barcelona Sants | 9h31 | 20:49 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
06020+ 18909 | On time 11:18 Barcelona Sants | 11h07 | 22:25 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
06020+ 18911 | On time 11:18 Barcelona Sants | 12h26 | 23:44 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
06150+ 18911 | On time 14:50 Barcelona Sants | 8h54 | 23:44 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
06150+ 18909 | On time 14:50 Barcelona Sants | 7h35 | 22:25 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
06360+ 18911 | On time 15:52 Barcelona Sants | 7h52 | 23:44 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
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06070+ 04969 | 7:05 Barcelona Sants | 10h26 | 17:31 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
06070+ 18903 | 7:05 Barcelona Sants | 6h48 | 13:53 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
06070+ 18907 | 7:05 Barcelona Sants | 11h23 | 18:28 Salamanca station | 1 change | |
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Trains from Barcelona to Salamanca run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £63 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 655 km distance in 5h 6m.
Distance 655 km |
Average train duration 7h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £63 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 6m |
First train 5:45 |
Last train 21:07 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
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Art Nouveau and Art Deco museum in Casa Lis, noted for decorative arts, stained glass and elegant interiors beside the old walls.
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Historic street linking major monuments. Noble facades, convents and palace buildings make it one of Salamanca’s classic walks.
Garden terrace beside the old walls with benches and broad views towards the cathedral and river. A peaceful stop near the centre.
Scenic hilltop viewpoint across the Tormes with a memorable panorama of Salamanca’s towers and sandstone skyline, especially at sunset.
Slow-roasted suckling pig with crisp skin and tender meat. A Castile and León classic often found on Salamanca menus for festive family meals.
Roast baby lamb, usually wood-fired until succulent. It reflects the pastoral cooking traditions of inland Castile and nearby Salamanca province.
Cured acorn-fed Iberian ham from nearby Guijuelo, prized for its deep flavour and silky fat. One of Salamanca’s most famous food products.
Refined regional cooking near the centre, known for updated Castilian dishes and polished service in a calm, contemporary setting.
Traditional restaurant popular for roast meats, Iberian pork, and classic Salamanca specialities in a warm, old-school dining room.
Lively tapas spot with generous portions, local wines, and Salamanca favourites. Good for an informal meal close to the historic centre.
Moderate for Spain: rooms and dining are usually cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona, while local buses and everyday drinks stay fairly affordable for visitors.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change in cafés is fine. Taxis are usually rounded up, not heavily tipped.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Salamanca 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 Salamanca, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Salamanca trains use the Barcelona Sants to Salamanca station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Salamanca 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.
Salamanca 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: El Alquimista, Restaurante Isidro
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Salamanca. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Salamanca. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Salamanca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Salamanca: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salamanca: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alameda Palace, Gran Hotel Corona Sol, Hotel Castellano Centro.
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