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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ponferrada to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
9 h 47 m
Average duration
10 h 14 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
735 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ponferrada to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ponferrada to Barcelona will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Of the 2 trains that leave Ponferrada 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 735 km distance in an average of 10 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Ponferrada to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ponferrada to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £32, and a flight costs an average of £51.
Distance: 735 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£62 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price | £188 Average Price |
10h 4m Average total duration 9h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 23m Average total duration 10h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ponferrada to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Ponferrada to Barcelona trains for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00625 | On time 10:52 Ponferrada station | 9h47 | 20:39 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ponferrada to Barcelona
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Trains from Ponferrada to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 735 km distance in 2h 37m.
Distance 735 km |
Average train duration 9h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 37m |
First train 06:16 |
Last train 21:07 |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Ponferrada to Barcelona trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Ponferrada and Barcelona from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Ponferrada to Barcelona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ponferrada 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 Ponferrada and Barcelona
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, open 24/7.
- Restaurant La Perla
- Restaurante Mencía
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- AC Hotel Ponferrada
- Hotel Temple Ponferrada
- Hotel Aroi Ponferrada
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and restrooms
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- 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
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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