The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£517
Average price
£517
Fastest journey
15 h 49 m
Average duration
19 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1665 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Barcelona will cost around £517 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £517.
To travel from Edinburgh to Barcelona you need to make at least 3 changes.




Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Edinburgh to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.7 - 4.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £29, and a train costs an average of £523.
Distance: 1665 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£523 Average Price | £107 Average Price Cheapest | £144 Average Price |
20h 30m Average total duration 20h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 33h 19m Average total duration 32h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 5.0 - 10.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Edinburgh to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Barcelona trains for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:40 Edinburgh | 15h49 | 21:29 Barcelona | 3 changes | |
![]() | 15:30 Edinburgh | 22h59 | 14:29 Barcelona | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Barcelona
Trains from Edinburgh to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £523 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 17:56. The fastest train covers the 1665 km distance in 15h 49m.
Distance 1665 km |
Average train duration 20h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £523 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 15h 49m |
First train 05:36 |
Last train 17:56 |
Train companies: LNER, Lumo from Edinburgh to Barcelona trainsLNER, Lumo trains will get you between Edinburgh and Barcelona from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Barcelona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh 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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