The cheapest and fastest trains from Grenoble to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£115
Average price
£141
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 52 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
512 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grenoble to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grenoble to Barcelona will cost around £141 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £115.
To travel from Grenoble to Barcelona you need to make at least one change.
33147+
971511:359h57Grenoble Gare Routière21:32Barcelona Sants£1151One-way1 change
33173+
971510:3510h57Grenoble Gare Routière21:32Barcelona Sants£1151One-way1 change
33173+
0974210:358h48Grenoble Gare Routière19:23Barcelona Sants£1291One-way1 change
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0974211:357h48Grenoble Gare Routière19:23Barcelona Sants£1291One-way1 change
17684+
12510 · 97158:5112h41Gare de Grenoble21:32Barcelona Sants£1621One-way2 changes
6805 · 9711+
176046:217h15Gare de Grenoble13:36Barcelona Sants£1631One-way2 changes
33147+
0974211:357h48Grenoble Gare Routière19:23Barcelona Sants£1291One-way1 change
33173+
0974210:358h48Grenoble Gare Routière19:23Barcelona Sants£1291One-way1 change
33147+
971511:359h57Grenoble Gare Routière21:32Barcelona Sants£1151One-way1 change
17684+
12510+
097428:5110h32Gare de Grenoble19:23Barcelona Sants£1761One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Grenoble to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Grenoble to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 512 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£112 Average Price | £35 Average Price Cheapest | £104 Average Price |
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Grenoble to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Grenoble to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17604+ 9711 · 6805 | 6:21 Gare de Grenoble | 7h15 | 13:36 Barcelona Sants | 2 changes | |
17684+ 12510+ 09742 | 8:51 Gare de Grenoble | 10h32 | 19:23 Barcelona Sants | 2 changes | |
17684+ 9715 · 12510 | 8:51 Gare de Grenoble | 12h41 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 2 changes | |
33173+ 09742 | 10:35 Grenoble Gare Routière | 8h48 | 19:23 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
33173+ 9715 | 10:35 Grenoble Gare Routière | 10h57 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
33147+ 09742 | 11:35 Grenoble Gare Routière | 7h48 | 19:23 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
33147+ 9715 | 11:35 Grenoble Gare Routière | 9h57 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grenoble to Barcelona
Trains from Grenoble to Barcelona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 16:25. The fastest train covers the 512 km distance in 6h 2m.
Distance 512 km |
Average train duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 2m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 16:25 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: AVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Grenoble to Barcelona trainsAVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Grenoble and Barcelona from £10. 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
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FAQs: Grenoble to Barcelona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grenoble 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 Grenoble and Barcelona
Most Grenoble to Barcelona trains use the Gare de Grenoble to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Grenoble and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Grenoble station do trains to Barcelona leave from?
Getting to Gare de Grenoble from Grenoble city centre
Gare de Grenoble train station facilities and services
Gare de Grenoble 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: Restaurant Le Gratin Dauphinois, Le Petit Bouche
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Gare de Grenoble. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Gare de Grenoble. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gare de Grenoble: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Gare de Grenoble: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Grenoble: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Residhotel Central Gare, ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare, Hotel Europole.
Getting to Grenoble, Gare Routière from Grenoble city centre
Grenoble, Gare Routière train station facilities and services
Grenoble, Gare Routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, 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 Gratin Dauphinois, Restaurant L'Inattendu
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Grenoble, Gare Routière. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grenoble, Gare Routière: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europole, Novotel Grenoble Centre, Ibis Styles Grenoble Centre Gare.
Which Barcelona station do trains from Grenoble 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.
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