The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£614
Average price
£614
Fastest journey
15 h 56 m
Average duration
22 h 37 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1676 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Barcelona will cost around £614 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £614.
To travel from Glasgow to Barcelona you need to make at least 3 changes.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Glasgow to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 25m. 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 £36, and a train costs an average of £622.
Distance: 1676 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£622 Average Price | £124 Average Price Cheapest | £132 Average Price |
21h 21m Average total duration 20h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 30m Average total duration 32h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 5.0 - 10.1kg 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
Glasgow to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Barcelona trains for today, Friday 9 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:33 Glasgow | 15h56 | 21:29 Barcelona | 3 changes | |
![]() | 14:34 Glasgow | 23h55 | 14:29 Barcelona | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Barcelona
Trains from Glasgow to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 20h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £622 but you can travel from only £36 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 17:30. The fastest train covers the 1676 km distance in 15h 56m.
Distance 1676 km |
Average train duration 20h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £622 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 15h 56m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 17:30 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Glasgow to Barcelona trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Glasgow and Barcelona from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Barcelona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow 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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