
1st Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- Meals to buy
- Snacks to buy
- Air-conditioned
Cheapest price on 09 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 09 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 09 Sept
45 m
Average journey duration on 09 Sept
45 m
Trains on 09 Sept
8
Distance
56 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hostalric to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hostalric to Barcelona will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Wed 09 Sept, we found 8 trains from Hostalric to Barcelona, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 56 km distance in an average of 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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15870Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hostalric to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 56 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£7 Average Price Cheapest | £10 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 23m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 5m.
The journey is about 4m faster (53m by train vs 57m by car) and roughly £3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£7 vs £10). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Rodalies de Catalunya, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Hostalric to Barcelona trains for today, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R2N:28408 | 6:24 Hostalric station | 1h13 | 7:37 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
R2N:28408 | 6:24 Hostalric station | 1h07 | 7:31 Barcelona Passeig De Gracia | 0 changesdirect | |
R2N:28408 · R2S:25500 | 6:24 Hostalric station | 1h24 | 7:48 Barcelona Estació de França | 1 change | |
R2:28476 | 7:09 Hostalric station | 1h07 | 8:16 Barcelona Passeig De Gracia | 0 changesdirect | |
R2:28476 · R2S:28272 | 7:09 Hostalric station | 1h33 | 8:42 Barcelona Estació de França | 1 change | |
R2:28476 | 7:09 Hostalric station | 1h12 | 8:21 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
R2N:28414 | 7:54 Hostalric station | 1h13 | 9:07 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
R2N:28414 | 7:54 Hostalric station | 1h07 | 9:01 Barcelona Passeig De Gracia | 0 changesdirect | |
R2N:28414 · R2S:25482 | 7:54 Hostalric station | 1h24 | 9:18 Barcelona Estació de França | 1 change | |
15852 | 8:39 Hostalric station | 0h45 | 9:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15852 | 8:39 Hostalric station | 0h55 | 9:34 Barcelona Passeig De Gracia | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15852 | 8:39 Hostalric station | 1h01 | 9:40 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15852 · R2S:28276 | 8:39 Hostalric station | 1h12 | 9:51 Barcelona Estació de França | 1 change | |
15854 | 10:09 Hostalric station | 0h45 | 10:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15854 | 10:09 Hostalric station | 1h01 | 11:10 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15854 | 10:09 Hostalric station | 0h55 | 11:04 Barcelona Passeig De Gracia | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15854 · R2S:25516 | 10:09 Hostalric station | 1h12 | 11:21 Barcelona Estació de França | 1 change | |
15856 | 11:39 Hostalric station | 0h45 | 12:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15856 | 11:39 Hostalric station | 0h55 | 12:34 Barcelona Passeig De Gracia | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15856 · R2S:25522 | 11:39 Hostalric station | 1h12 | 12:51 Barcelona Estació de França | 1 change | |
R11:15856 | 11:39 Hostalric station | 1h01 | 12:40 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
15862 | On time 14:09 Hostalric station | 0h45 | 14:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15862 | 14:09 Hostalric station | 0h55 | 15:04 Barcelona Passeig De Gracia | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15862 · R2S:25532 | 14:09 Hostalric station | 1h12 | 15:21 Barcelona Estació de França | 1 change | |
R11:15862 | 14:09 Hostalric station | 1h01 | 15:10 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
15866 | 16:09 Hostalric station | 0h45 | 16:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15866 · R2S:25540 | 16:09 Hostalric station | 1h12 | 17:21 Barcelona Estació de França | 1 change | |
R11:15866 | 16:09 Hostalric station | 1h01 | 17:10 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15866 | 16:09 Hostalric station | 0h55 | 17:04 Barcelona Passeig De Gracia | 0 changesdirect | |
15870 | 17:39 Hostalric station | 0h45 | 18:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15870 | 17:39 Hostalric station | 0h55 | 18:34 Barcelona Passeig De Gracia | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15870 | 17:39 Hostalric station | 1h01 | 18:40 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15870 · R2S:25546 | 17:39 Hostalric station | 1h12 | 18:51 Barcelona Estació de França | 1 change | |
15876 | 19:09 Hostalric station | 0h45 | 19:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15876 · R2S:25552 | 19:09 Hostalric station | 1h12 | 20:21 Barcelona Estació de França | 1 change | |
R11:15876 | 19:09 Hostalric station | 0h55 | 20:04 Barcelona Passeig De Gracia | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15876 | 19:09 Hostalric station | 1h01 | 20:10 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
15882 | 20:39 Hostalric station | 0h45 | 21:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15882 · R2S:25558 | 20:39 Hostalric station | 1h12 | 21:51 Barcelona Estació de França | 1 change | |
R11:15882 | 20:39 Hostalric station | 1h01 | 21:40 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
R11:15882 | 20:39 Hostalric station | 0h55 | 21:34 Barcelona Passeig De Gracia | 0 changesdirect | |
R2N:28484 | 21:55 Hostalric station | 1h12 | 23:07 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
R2N:28484 · R2S:25566 | 21:55 Hostalric station | 1h25 | 23:20 Barcelona Estació de França | 1 change | |
R2N:28484 | 21:55 Hostalric station | 1h06 | 23:01 Barcelona Passeig De Gracia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Hostalric to Barcelona run on average 34 times per day, taking around 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 45m.
Distance 56 km |
Average train duration 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 34 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 45m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:45 |
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Barcelona’s leading art museum holds an outstanding collection of Picasso’s early works, offering insight into his formative years in the city.
MNAC presents Catalan art from Romanesque frescoes to modern works inside a grand national palace with excellent terrace views.
A striking museum devoted to Joan Miró, with major paintings, sculptures and a bright hilltop setting on Montjuïc.
Barcelona’s famous boulevard links Plaça de Catalunya to the waterfront, lively with kiosks, architecture and constant people-watching.
The Gothic Quarter is a maze of medieval lanes, hidden squares and historic buildings that captures the atmosphere of old Barcelona.
This elegant avenue showcases luxury shops and several major modernista buildings, making it one of Barcelona’s best architectural walks.
A rustic Catalan salad of salt cod, tomatoes, onions and olives. It is a classic Barcelona starter linked to the region’s preserved fish traditions.
Toasted bread rubbed with tomato and olive oil, often finished with salt. This simple Catalan staple appears on tables across Barcelona.
Short pasta baked with pork, sausage, tomatoes and aioli. A beloved Catalan comfort dish strongly associated with family meals and local cuisine.
World-renowned fine dining restaurant by the sea, noted for creative seafood-focused tasting menus and polished service.
Long-standing tapas bar celebrated for bombas, vermouth and classic small plates in a busy, no-frills local atmosphere.
Historic market bar in La Boqueria, famous for fresh seafood, tapas and a lively counter dining atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and public transport are reasonable for tourists.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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Barcelona Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hostalric 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.

Most Hostalric to Barcelona trains use the Hostalric to Barcelona Sants station pair, with some services arriving at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Use this guide to compare Hostalric and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hostalric has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Hostalric.
ATMs are available at Hostalric.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hostalric.
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
Barcelona Passeig De Gracia 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 options include: Restaurant Lasarte, El Nacional
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona, Hotel Royal Passeig de Gracia, Casa Fuster Hotel.
Barcelona Estació De França is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Estació De França has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Barcelona Estació De França.
ATMs are available at Barcelona Estació De França.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona Estació De França.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Estació De França: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Estació De França: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Estació De França.
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