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Museu Picasso
Barcelona’s leading art museum holds an outstanding collection of Picasso’s early works, offering insight into his formative years in the city.
Cheapest price on 04 Sept
£18
Average ticket price on 04 Sept
£43
Fastest journey on 04 Sept
1 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 04 Sept
2 h 17 m
Trains on 04 Sept
9
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Benicarló to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Benicarló to Barcelona will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
On Fri 04 Sept, we found 9 trains from Benicarló to Barcelona, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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.
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34621Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Benicarló to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, while a coach costs an average of £27.
Distance: 181 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £27 Average Price | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Benicarló to Barcelona:
A train is £7 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Benicarló to Barcelona costing on average £27.
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 37m.
Tickets start at around £20 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £12. The journey takes 2h 35m versus 2h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Benicarló to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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00694 | 18:39 Benicarló-Peñíscola | 2h12 | 20:51 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
00694+ 03373 | On time 18:39 Benicarló-Peñíscola | 2h32 | 21:11 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
00694+ 34621 | On time 18:39 Benicarló-Peñíscola | 3h01 | 21:40 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
00694+ 03191 | On time 18:39 Benicarló-Peñíscola | 3h20 | 21:59 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
00460 | 19:03 Benicarló-Peñíscola | 1h54 | 20:57 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
00460+ 34621 | 19:03 Benicarló-Peñíscola | 2h37 | 21:40 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
00460+ 03373 | 19:03 Benicarló-Peñíscola | 2h08 | 21:11 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
00460+ 03191 | 19:03 Benicarló-Peñíscola | 2h56 | 21:59 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
18096 | 19:46 Benicarló-Peñíscola | 3h51 | 23:37 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Benicarló to Barcelona run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 181 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 181 km |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 21:25 |
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World-renowned fine dining restaurant by the sea, noted for creative seafood-focused tasting menus and polished service.
Long-standing tapas bar celebrated for bombas, vermouth and classic small plates in a busy, no-frills local atmosphere.
Historic market bar in La Boqueria, famous for fresh seafood, tapas and a lively counter dining atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and public transport are reasonable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Benicarló to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Benicarló to Barcelona trains use the Benicarlo-Peñiscola to Barcelona Sants station pair, with some services arriving at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Use this guide to compare Benicarló and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Benicarlo-Peñiscola is 1 km from Benicarló city centre. Public transport options include:
Benicarlo-Peñiscola has practical services for this route, including ATM, Accessibility and Ticket Office.
ATMs are available at Benicarlo-Peñiscola.
Ticket office support is available at Benicarlo-Peñiscola.
Accessibility facilities are available at Benicarlo-Peñiscola.
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.
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