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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Calais to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£231
Average price
£231
Fastest journey
10 h 54 m
Average duration
10 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1064 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Calais to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calais to Barcelona will cost around £231 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £231.
To travel from Calais to Barcelona you need to make at least one change.
K16 (16352)+
971510:3810h54Calais Ville21:32Barcelona Sants£2311One-way1 change
- K16 (16352)+971510:3810h54Calais Ville21:32Barcelona Sants£2311One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Calais to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Calais to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £89. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £89, and a train costs an average of £118.
Distance: 1064 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£166 Average Price | £106 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 6m Average total duration Fastest 6h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 19m Average total duration 15h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Calais to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Calais to Barcelona trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7518 · 9715 | 11:15 Calais - Fréthun | 10h17 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Calais to Barcelona trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF | TGV INOUI or Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to find the best option for your trip from Calais to Barcelona.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Raileurope or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Calais to Barcelona.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Calais to Barcelona
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Trains from Calais to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £118 but you can travel from only £89 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 1064 km distance in 10h 17m.
Distance 1064 km |
Average train duration 6h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £118 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 17m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 21:13 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: AVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Calais to Barcelona trainsAVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Calais and Barcelona from £89. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Calais to Barcelona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calais 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Calais and Barcelona
Most Calais to Barcelona trains use the Calais - Fréthun to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Calais and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Calais station do trains to Barcelona leave from?
Getting to Calais - Fréthun from Calais city centre
Calais - Fréthun is 6 km from Calais city centre. Public transport options include:
Calais - Fréthun train station facilities and services
Calais - Fréthun has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Channel, Restaurant du Golf
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Calais - Fréthun. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Calais - Fréthun. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Calais - Fréthun: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Calais - Fréthun: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Calais - Fréthun: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Calais, Hotel Meurice, Hotel de la Plage.
Getting to Calais Ville from Calais city centre
Calais Ville train station facilities and services
Calais Ville 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 and drink
Food options include: Le Channel, Au Cote d'Argent
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Calais Ville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Calais Ville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Calais Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Calais Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Calais Ville: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Meurice, Holiday Inn Calais, Hotel de la Plage.
Getting to Les Fontinettes from Calais city centre
Les Fontinettes is 1 km from Calais city centre. Public transport options include:
Les Fontinettes train station facilities and services
Les Fontinettes has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Les Fontinettes.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Les Fontinettes.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Les Fontinettes: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Les Fontinettes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Les Fontinettes.
Which Barcelona station do trains from Calais arrive at?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
More options for your journey from Calais to Barcelona
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