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Món Casteller - Museu Casteller de Catalunya
Permanent interpretive space dedicated to the casteller tradition, explaining the history and social meaning of human towers.
Cheapest price on 01 Oct
£5
Average ticket price on 01 Oct
£6
Fastest journey on 01 Oct
1 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 01 Oct
3 h 13 m
Trains on 01 Oct
5
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Valls is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Valls will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
On Thu 01 Oct, we found 5 trains from Barcelona to Valls, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 3 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Valls trains for today, Wednesday 30 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15043 | 15:00 Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 16:19 Valls (Tarragona) | 0 changesdirect | |
15045 | 17:30 Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 18:49 Valls (Tarragona) | 0 changesdirect | |
15047 | 19:30 Barcelona Sants | 1h17 | 20:47 Valls (Tarragona) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Barcelona to Valls run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 31m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 6:27 |
Last train 21:46 |
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Discover the best of Valls — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Valls trip today.
Permanent interpretive space dedicated to the casteller tradition, explaining the history and social meaning of human towers.
City museum in a historic house with archaeology, local history and art collections that introduce Valls and its region.
House museum devoted to painter Joaquim Mir, with works and context linked to his time in Valls and the surrounding landscape.
Central square framed by historic buildings and cafés, often used for events and a practical starting point for exploring Valls.
Main civic square beside the town hall, valued for its elegant urban setting and everyday local atmosphere.
Historic street in the old town with traditional façades and a pleasant route for walking between key central sights.
Chargrilled spring onions eaten with romesco-style salvitxada sauce. Valls is the historic home of calçotades and the dish is its best-known food tradition.
Toasted bread spread with garlic and tomato, then drizzled with olive oil. A staple across Catalonia and commonly served with calçots and grilled meats in Valls.
Nutty sauce of toasted nuts, tomato, garlic, olive oil and vinegar, traditionally paired with calçots. It is central to the Valls calçotada ritual.
Traditional restaurant closely associated with calçotades, serving calçots, grilled meats and Catalan dishes in a classic local setting.
Well-known Valls dining room for seasonal Catalan cooking, especially calçots and grilled specialities, with a polished but relaxed atmosphere.
Casual local restaurant for Catalan dishes and set menus, popular for hearty regional cooking in the centre of Valls.
Valls is moderate for Spain: dining is reasonably priced, local transport costs are low, and accommodation is usually cheaper than in Barcelona or major resort cities.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service. In cafés, small change is enough. For taxis, round up the fare.
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Estació de Valls -> Plaça del Blat, Valls
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Valls 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 Valls, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Valls trains use the Barcelona Sants to Valls (Tarragona) station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Valls 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.
Barcelona Passeig De Gracia 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Lasarte, El Nacional
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona, Hotel Royal Passeig de Gracia, Casa Fuster Hotel.
Barcelona Estació De França is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Estació De França has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Barcelona Estació De França.
ATMs are available at Barcelona Estació De França.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona Estació De França.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Estació De França: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Estació De França: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Estació De França.
Valls (Tarragona) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Valls (Tarragona).
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