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Museu Picasso
Barcelona’s leading art museum holds an outstanding collection of Picasso’s early works, offering insight into his formative years in the city.
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£11
Fastest journey
1 h 41 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
115 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from l'Escala to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from l'Escala to Barcelona will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 24 trains that leave l'Escala for Barcelona every day 24 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 115 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 41 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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15854The table below shows live departures for l'Escala to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15852 | 7:33 Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 9:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15852 | 7:37 Estació de Sant Miquel de Fluvià | 1h47 | 9:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15852 | 7:43 Camallera station | 1h41 | 9:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15854 | 9:03 Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 10:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15854 | 9:07 Estació de Sant Miquel de Fluvià | 1h47 | 10:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15854 | 9:13 Camallera station | 1h41 | 10:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15856 | 10:33 Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 12:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15856 | 10:37 Estació de Sant Miquel de Fluvià | 1h47 | 12:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15856 | 10:43 Camallera station | 1h41 | 12:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15862 | 13:03 Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 14:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15862 | 13:07 Estació de Sant Miquel de Fluvià | 1h47 | 14:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15862 | 13:13 Camallera station | 1h41 | 14:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15866 | 15:03 Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 16:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15866 | 15:07 Estació de Sant Miquel de Fluvià | 1h47 | 16:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15866 | 15:13 Camallera station | 1h41 | 16:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15870 | 16:33 Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 18:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15870 | 16:37 Estació de Sant Miquel de Fluvià | 1h47 | 18:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15870 | 16:43 Camallera station | 1h41 | 18:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15876 | 18:03 Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 19:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15876 | 18:07 Estació de Sant Miquel de Fluvià | 1h47 | 19:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15876 | 18:13 Camallera station | 1h41 | 19:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15882 | 19:33 Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 21:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15882 | 19:37 Estació de Sant Miquel de Fluvià | 1h47 | 21:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
15882 | 19:43 Camallera station | 1h41 | 21:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Take a train from l'Escala to Barcelona and enjoy the approximately 115 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:59, the last at 21:07.
Distance 115 km |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 15 |
First train 6:59 |
Last train 21:07 |
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Barcelona Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from l'Escala 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 l'Escala to Barcelona trains use the Camallera to Sant Adreu Comtal station pair, with some services arriving at Barcelona Sants. Use this guide to compare l'Escala and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sant Adreu Comtal is 5 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Sant Adreu Comtal has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sant Adreu Comtal.
Barcelona El Clot Aragó is 3 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona El Clot Aragó has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó.
ATMs are available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó.
Available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó.
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.
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