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The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for 27 Apr

Cheapest price

£488

Average price

£488

Fastest journey

19 h 42 m

Average duration

19 h 42 m

Trains per day

Distance

1271 km

Cheap tickets

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

18:4719h42

Birmingham

14:29Barcelona

£4881One-way

3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Birmingham to Barcelona

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.3 - 3.2kg.

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Train	Most popular Flight	Coach
£446 Average Price	£114 Average Price Cheapest	£118 Average Price
17h 31m average duration 17h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	7h 48m average duration Fastest 4h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	1d 33h 11m average duration 1d 32h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
- CO2 emissions	3.8 - 7.6kg CO2 emissions	1.3 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest
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 Birmingham to Barcelona

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Take a train from Birmingham to Barcelona and enjoy the approximately 1270 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

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 £26

Distance

1270 km

Average train duration

17h 1m

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

12h 42m

First train

08:47

Last train

22:06

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £26

Train companies: Virgin Trains trains Birmingham to Barcelona

You can travel by train between Birmingham and Barcelona with Virgin Trains for as low as £739. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Birmingham to Barcelona train information with Virgin Trains:

Average Duration: 12 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: £739
Virgin Trains frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Birmingham to Barcelona train

FAQs: Travel by train from Birmingham to Barcelona easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Birmingham to Barcelona.

Cheap train tickets from Birmingham to Barcelona can start from as little as £581 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Birmingham to Barcelona is £581; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Birmingham to Barcelona train travel time is 12 h 40 min for the 787 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Birmingham to Barcelona leaves at 08: 47. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Birmingham to Barcelona leaves at 23: 11.

There are 2 trains a day from Birmingham to Barcelona which require at least one change with Avanti West Coast. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Take the Birmingham to Barcelona train with Avanti West Coast. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip from Birmingham to Barcelona as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 11.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Barcelona from Birmingham including taking a train, coach or flight.