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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
£176
Average price
£210
Fastest journey
8 h 26 m
Average duration
9 h 39 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
1030 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lille to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lille to Barcelona will cost around £210 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £176.
To travel from Lille to Barcelona you need to make at least one change.
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09742Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lille to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £108.
Distance: 1030 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£216 Average Price | £67 Average Price Cheapest | £110 Average Price |
8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 13m Average total duration 16h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 3.1 - 6.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Lille to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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9812 · 6229+ 09742 | 8:56 Lille-Europe | 10h27 | 19:23 Barcelona Sants | 2 changes | |
9812+ 09742 | 8:56 Lille-Europe | 10h27 | 19:23 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
9812 · 6823+ 09742+ 876257 | 8:56 Lille-Europe | 10h27 | 19:23 Barcelona Sants | 3 changes | |
9826+ 09742 | 10:57 Lille-Europe | 8h26 | 19:23 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
12526+ 09742 | 10:57 Lille-Europe | 8h26 | 19:23 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
9826 · 9715 | 10:57 Lille-Europe | 10h35 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
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Trains from Lille to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £108 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 18:22. The fastest train covers the 1030 km distance in 9h 27m.
Distance 1030 km |
Average train duration 8h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £108 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 27m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 18:22 |
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Discover the best of Barcelona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Barcelona trip today.
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World-renowned fine dining restaurant by the sea, noted for creative seafood-focused tasting menus and polished service.
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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 Lille 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 Lille to Barcelona trains use the Lille Flandres to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Lille and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lille Flandres has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food options include: Chopsticks & Co, McDonald's, Subway, Black Coffee, Eric Kayser, So! Coffee, Aux Merveilleux de Fred
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi is available after creating an account and connecting to "CONNECTION.". ATMs are aTM is located by Track 9.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 20:00, Sat: 08:00 - 19:30, Sun: 09:00 - 19:30.
Available at Lille Flandres: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lille Flandres: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille Flandres: Accessibility available with elevator, ramp or step-free access, barrier-free toilets, services to assist disabled passengers.
Nearby hotels include Le Napoleon, Hotel Chopin, Ibis Styles Lille Centre Grand Place.
Lille-Europe is 1 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille-Europe has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Costa Coffee, Factory & Co., PAUL, Selecta
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are located in Hall 3.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:30 - 20:00. Information desks are located in Hall 2 and Hall 3.
Luggage storage is staffed luggage counter is open daily from 07:30 to 20:00 and is located in Hall 1.
Available at Lille-Europe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lille-Europe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille-Europe: The station is fully accessible, including wheelchair ramps, a magnetic induction loop for people with hearing loss and a guidance system for people with visual impairments. Staff can provide additional assistance, and wheelchairs are available.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Novotel Suites Gare Lille Europe, Hôtel Lille Europe - Euralille, Kyriad Lille Gare - Grand Palais.
Lille CHR is 2 km from Lille city centre. Public transport options include:
Lille CHR has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Available at Lille CHR: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lille CHR: Ramps, restrooms.
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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