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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£471
Average price
£471
Fastest journey
13 h 40 m
Average duration
17 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1194 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Barcelona will cost around £471 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £471.
To travel from Cardiff to Barcelona you need to make at least 5 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cardiff to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £63, and a train costs an average of £478.
Distance: 1194 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£478 Average Price | £232 Average Price | £110 Average Price Cheapest |
18h 31m Average total duration 18h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 36h 0m Average total duration 35h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 3.6 - 7.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cardiff to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Barcelona trains for today, Thursday 20 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:49 Cardiff | 13h40 | 21:29 Barcelona | 5 changes | |
| 17:18 Cardiff | 21h11 | 14:29 Barcelona | 5 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Barcelona
United Kingdom
Spain
Trains from Cardiff to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £478 but you can travel from only £63 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:49, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 1194 km distance in 13h 39m.
Distance 1194 km |
Average train duration 18h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £478 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 13h 39m |
First train 07:49 |
Last train 20:22 |
Train companies: first_great_western from Cardiff to Barcelona trainsfirst_great_western trains will get you between Cardiff and Barcelona from £63. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Barcelona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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.
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