Paris to Barcelona train with SNCF | TGV INOUI

About Renfe SNCF

Renfe and SNCF. are two European experts in high-speed rail, and they've partnered up to combine the very best of their knowledge and expertise for international travellers.

For more than 7 years, they connect in a sustainable and ecological way over 19 cities between Spain and France. Since 15 December 2013, Renfe-SNCF has helped connect major Spanish and French cities like Paris, Barcelona, Madrid, Marseille, Lyon, Montpellier and Girona. Now both countries are better connected than before thanks to the high-speed railways.

The principal routes are Paris-Barcelona and Lyon-Barcelona. For more information please read the folowing FAQs.

TGV Inoui Trains (Paris - Barcelona)

The double-decker rolling stock can travel at 320 km/h operating on the Paris to Barcelona line. A train consists of 8 double-decker carriages with a total of: 509 seats.

3 First Class/Preferente carriages = 181 seats
4 Second class/Turista carriages = 328 seats
1 restaurant carriage

TGV Inoui First class: 181 seats

1st class seats offer peace and privacy with two adjoining seats facing each other in groups of two or four. Access the Renfe Sala Club lounge up to two hours before departure in all stations (except Figueres). Travellers with a Promo fare are not eligible to access the lounge. Other benefits include: power sockets at seat, larger seats which recline, free WiFi and access to the bar car. You will find a variety of food and refreshments to enjoy in the bar car including.

TGV Inoui Standard class: 328 seats

In the Standard class you will travel in comfort and on top of this you will be able to make use of power sockets available for every two seats and the free WiFi on board. You also have access to the bar car which is open for the duration of the journey. You will find a variety of food and refreshments to enjoy in the bar car: meals, hot and cold dishes, sandwiches, desserts, snacks and beverages.

The cheapest and fastest trains from Paris to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for 20 Apr

Cheapest price

£98

Average price

£139

Fastest journey

6 h 47 m

Average duration

6 h 47 m

Trains per day

Distance

830 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Paris to Barcelona will cost around £139 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £98.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Paris for Barcelona every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 830 km distance in an average of 6 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 47 m .

The slowest trains will take 6 h 47 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.

13:426h47

Paris

20:29Barcelona

£981One-way

0 changes

12:426h47

Paris

19:29Barcelona

£1791One-way

0 changes

How far in advance should I book train tickets from Paris to Barcelona?

The best time to book your train from Paris to Barcelona is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Paris to Barcelona route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Paris to Barcelona per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Paris to Barcelona.

Trains

from £111

Coaches

from £43

Flights

from £200

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ReviewsReviews for the rail journey from Paris to Barcelona

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Pro

With long stops

Very comfortable seats

Work possible thanks to sockets and wifi

Cons

Expensive price

Timetable: TGV 9715 departed at 14:54 and arrived at 21:30. You didn't have to change trains for the whole journey, it went directly to Barcelona. You don't need to make a reservation, as this is automatically booked on such journeys. The comfort was very good, the seats and the table were all clean, as were the toilet and the floor. The noise level was a bit loud as many passengers were children, which didn't bother me. The price was the only thing I could really fault about the journey. There was wifi and power sockets to work from. The journey took around 6 hours and 50 minutes.

Pro

Good hygiene

Good price

Cons

Service was okay

I travelled to Barcelona on the INT 09742. In my opinion, it was a very exciting journey from one country to another in Europe. For me as an experienced train traveller, it was a new adventure that I had never experienced before. The hygiene of the train was very good and the train's wifi also worked quite well. The service was available, but tended to take place in the on-board bistro. The price was also very good

Pro

Good wifi

Cons

Loud guests

Train number 7827 departed from Paris to Barcelona on 9 April at 20:09. The journey took 16 hours. The comfort of the journey included comfortable seats, wifi and power sockets. Which was very important for the journey, simply because of the enormous length of the journey. The staff were very nice and helpful, they helped me board the train. Despite the long journey, the toilets were always clean and hygienic like the rest of the train.

Pro

Quiet ride

Cons

Little space for luggage

The train with the train number TGV 9715 departed from Paris to Barcelona with a delay. The connection is possible without changing trains. The service offered on the train is really super good and, to be honest, it amazed me. The journey took about 6 hours, which was very manageable with the very comfortable seats. The hygiene on the train was also very good.

Pro

Good wifi

Cons

Loud passengers

The train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Barcelona Sants with the train number TGV 9715 departed on time at 14:42 on 10 October. The table on the train is very good, as the large table allows you to work in a relaxed manner. The hygiene on the train was really great. On a 7-hour journey, comfortable seats are important, which are also available.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Paris to Barcelona

France

Spain

Trains from Paris to Barcelona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £24 by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £24

Distance

830 km

Average train duration

6h 47m

Cheapest ticket price

£50

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

6h 47m

First train

06:14

Last train

22:14

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £24

Train companies: Renfe, TGV INOUI and SNCF | TGV INOUI trains Paris to Barcelona

You can travel by train between Paris and Barcelona with Renfe, TGV INOUI and SNCF | TGV INOUI for as low as £44. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Renfe is Spain’s national train provider operating freight and passenger trains on Spain’s extensive railway network as well as international routes to neighboring France and Portugal. Renfe has a wide range of ticket types to fit your budget like the Basic, Elige and Premium tickets. Renfe also offers discount cards like the Renfe Gold Card and +Renfe Youth Card 50 for qualified travellers. You can use these savings offers and discount cards on Omio when booking your Paris to Barcelona trip. Renfe has a vast fleet of trains with different levels of comfort, amenities and speed. The Renfe AVE trains run at high speed and serve long-distance routes, Alvia trains combine high-speed and normal speed trains serving domestic routes, Altaria serves domestic routes into southern Spain, Euromed offers domestic routes along the Mediterranean coast, Avant trains serve regional commuter routes and Trenhotel offers night train routes.

TGV INOUI is a high-speed train service operated by the French national railway company SNCF. It operates throughout France, connecting major cities such as Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Lille. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of train types, including the TGV Duplex, TGV Lyria, and TGV Océane. The Duplex is a double-decker train with comfortable seating and plenty of legroom, while the Lyria is a high-speed train that connects France and Switzerland. The Océane is a regional train that connects Paris to the Atlantic coast. The TGV INOUI offers a variety of ticket types, including the Prem's ticket, which offers discounts for travelers who book in advance, and the Carte Jeune, which offers discounts for young travelers. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for TGV INOUI are Paris to Lyon, Paris to Marseille, and Paris to Lille. These routes offer travelers a convenient and comfortable way to travel between France's major cities.

TGV INOUI from Paris to Barcelona train information:

Average Duration: 6 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: £238
TGV INOUI frequency: 2 a day

Renfe-SNCF is a joint venture between Spain's Renfe and France's SNCF, offering high-speed rail services between the two countries. The trains run at speeds of up to 300 km/h, with departures every two hours. Renfe-SNCF offers three types of trains: the AVE, the TGV and the EuroMed. The AVE is the fastest, with a journey time of just over three hours between Madrid and Paris. The TGV is slightly slower, but still offers a comfortable journey. The EuroMed is the slowest, but is the most affordable option. Renfe-SNCF offers a range of ticket types, including single, return and group tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power sockets and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe-SNCF are Madrid to Paris, Barcelona to Marseille and Madrid to Lyon.

FAQs: Paris to Barcelona train

FAQs: Travel by train from Paris to Barcelona easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Paris to Barcelona.

Cheap train tickets from Paris to Barcelona can start from as little as £44 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Paris to Barcelona is £112; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time from Paris to Barcelona is on average 6 h 45 min for the 515 mile long journey, but the time it takes to go between Paris and Barcelona by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Paris to Barcelona leaves at 06: 14. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Paris to Barcelona leaves at 16: 04.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Paris to Barcelona without having to change trains with TGV INOUI. There are 2 direct trains from Paris to Barcelona each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Barcelona. Take the fast train with TGV INOUI from Paris to Barcelona.

Take the Paris to Barcelona train with TGV INOUI, SNCF | TGV INOUI or SNCF (3). However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to Barcelona from Paris as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Paris Gare de Lyon, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Barcelona Sants, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Paris to Barcelona is July.

You have options as you can travel from Paris to Barcelona 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Barcelona

Paris

Barcelona

The major train station for departures in Paris is Paris Gare Montparnasse. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Paris Gare Montparnasse for your trip from Paris to Barcelona.

Paris Gare Montparnasse Wifi