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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Marbella to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
9 h 8 m
Average duration
9 h 42 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
815 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Marbella to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marbella to Barcelona will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
To travel from Marbella to Barcelona you need to make at least one change.
NORMAL.+
060219:059h08Marbella, Estación de Autobuses18:13Barcelona Sants£731One-way1 change- NORMAL.+060218:0510h08Marbella, Estación de Autobuses18:13Barcelona Sants£731One-way1 change
- NORMAL.+060216:0012h13Marbella, Estación de Autobuses18:13Barcelona Sants£731One-way1 change
- NORMAL.+060216:3011h43Marbella, Estación de Autobuses18:13Barcelona Sants£731One-way1 change
- NORMAL.+060217:0011h13Marbella, Estación de Autobuses18:13Barcelona Sants£731One-way1 change
- NORMAL.+060219:059h08Marbella, Estación de Autobuses18:13Barcelona Sants£731One-way1 change
- NORMAL.+060219:009h13Marbella, Estación de Autobuses18:13Barcelona Sants£731One-way1 change
- NORMAL.+060218:559h18Marbella, Estación de Autobuses18:13Barcelona Sants£731One-way1 change
- NORMAL.+060218:0510h08Marbella, Estación de Autobuses18:13Barcelona Sants£731One-way1 change
- EXPRESS.+060217:3010h43Marbella, Estación de Autobuses18:13Barcelona Sants£751One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Marbella to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Marbella to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £59, and a flight costs an average of £27.
Distance: 815 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£79 Average Price Cheapest | £111 Average Price | £110 Average Price |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 41m Average total duration 14h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.4 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Marbella to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Marbella to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORMAL.+06021 | 5:25 Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 12h48 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
| NORMAL.+06021 | 6:00 Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 12h13 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
| NORMAL.+06021 | 6:30 Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 11h43 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
| NORMAL.+06021 | 7:00 Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 11h13 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
| EXPRESS.+06021 | 7:30 Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 10h43 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
| NORMAL.+06021 | 8:05 Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 10h08 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
| NORMAL.+06021 | 8:55 Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 9h18 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
| NORMAL.+06021 | 9:00 Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 9h13 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
| NORMAL.+06021 | 9:05 Marbella, Estación de Autobuses | 9h08 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Marbella to Barcelona
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Trains from Marbella to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £27 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 11:50. The fastest train covers the 815 km distance in 6h 2m.
Distance 815 km |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 2m |
First train 5:25 |
Last train 11:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: iryo from Marbella to Barcelona trainsiryo trains will get you between Marbella and Barcelona from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Marbella to Barcelona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marbella 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 Marbella and Barcelona
Most Marbella to Barcelona trains use the Malaga María Zambrano to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Marbella and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barcelona station do trains from Marbella 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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