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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portbou to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portbou to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portbou to Barcelona will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
Of the 12 trains that leave Portbou for Barcelona every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 142 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 19 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.
1585610:052h19Portbou station12:24Sant Adreu Comtal£141One-way0 changes- 1586212:352h19Portbou station14:54Sant Adreu Comtal£141One-way0 changes
- 1586614:352h19Portbou station16:54Sant Adreu Comtal£141One-way0 changes
- 1588219:052h19Portbou station21:24Sant Adreu Comtal£141One-way0 changes
- 158527:052h19Portbou station9:24Sant Adreu Comtal£141One-way0 changes
1588620:242h05Portbou station22:29Barcelona El Clot Aragó£191One-way0 changes- 1586011:242h05Portbou station13:29Barcelona El Clot Aragó£191One-way0 changes
- 1586413:242h06Portbou station15:30Barcelona El Clot Aragó£191One-way0 changes
- 1585610:052h19Portbou station12:24Sant Adreu Comtal£141One-way0 changes
- 1586212:352h19Portbou station14:54Sant Adreu Comtal£141One-way0 changes
Live departures
Portbou to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Portbou to Barcelona trains for today, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15866 | 14:35 Portbou station | 2h19 | 16:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15870 | 16:05 Portbou station | 2h19 | 18:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15876 | 17:35 Portbou station | 2h19 | 19:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
 9715+ 86996 | Delayed 18:07 18:33Banyuls-sur-Mer station | 2h59 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
| 15882 | 19:05 Portbou station | 2h19 | 21:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15886 | 20:24 Portbou station | 2h05 | 22:29 Barcelona El Clot Aragó | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 23 July | |||||
| 15852 | 7:05 Portbou station | 2h19 | 9:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15854 | 8:35 Portbou station | 2h19 | 10:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15856 | 10:05 Portbou station | 2h19 | 12:24 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15860 | 11:24 Portbou station | 2h05 | 13:29 Barcelona El Clot Aragó | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15862 | 12:35 Portbou station | 2h19 | 14:54 Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15864 | 13:24 Portbou station | 2h06 | 15:30 Barcelona El Clot Aragó | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portbou to Barcelona
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Trains from Portbou to Barcelona run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:40, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 142 km distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 142 km |
Average train duration 2h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 6:40 |
Last train 18:33 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Rodalies de Catalunya, Renfe Viajeros from Portbou to Barcelona trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Rodalies de Catalunya, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Portbou and Barcelona from £48. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Portbou to Barcelona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portbou 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 Portbou and Barcelona
Most Portbou to Barcelona trains use the Portbou to Barcelona Sants station pair, with some services arriving at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Use this guide to compare Portbou and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Portbou station do trains to Barcelona leave from?
Getting to Portbou from Portbou city centre
Portbou train station facilities and services
Portbou has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Portbou.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Portbou. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Portbou. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Portbou: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Portbou: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Portbou: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Comodoro, Hotel La Masia.
Which Barcelona station do trains from Portbou 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.
Getting to Barcelona Passeig De Gracia from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Passeig De Gracia train station facilities and services
Barcelona Passeig De Gracia 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Lasarte, El Nacional
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona, Hotel Royal Passeig de Gracia, Casa Fuster Hotel.
Getting to Sant Adreu Comtal from Barcelona city centre
Sant Adreu Comtal is 5 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Sant Adreu Comtal train station facilities and services
Sant Adreu Comtal has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sant Adreu Comtal.
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