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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
£64
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
3 h 39 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
40
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Toulouse to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Toulouse to Barcelona will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
To travel from Toulouse to Barcelona you need to make at least one change.
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9711Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Toulouse to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 253 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£118 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £265 Average Price |
4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Toulouse to Barcelona trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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4651+ 9711 | On time 6:45 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 6h51 | 13:36 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
4651+ 9713 | On time 6:45 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 7h47 | 14:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
4651+ 09730 | Delayed 6:45 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 5h51 | 10:36 10:36Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876251+ 9713 | On time 7:16 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 7h16 | 14:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876251+ 9711 | On time 7:16 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 6h20 | 13:36 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876251+ 09730 | Delayed 7:16 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 5h20 | 10:36 10:36Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
6871 · 9711 | On time 7:39 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 5h57 | 13:36 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
6871 · 9713 | On time 7:39 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 6h53 | 14:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
6871+ 09730 | Delayed 7:39 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 4h57 | 10:36 10:36Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876215+ 9713 | On time 8:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 6h18 | 14:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876215+ 9711 | On time 8:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 5h22 | 13:36 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876215+ 09730 | Delayed 8:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 4h22 | 10:36 10:36Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
4655+ 9713 | On time 8:42 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 5h50 | 14:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
4655+ 9711 | On time 8:42 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 4h54 | 13:36 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
4655+ 09730 | Delayed 8:42 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 3h54 | 10:36 10:36Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876253+ 9713 | On time 9:19 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 5h13 | 14:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876253+ 9711 | On time 9:19 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 4h17 | 13:36 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876253+ 09742 | Delayed 9:19 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 10h04 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876253+ 09742 | Delayed 9:19 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 10h04 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876219+ 9713 | On time 10:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 4h18 | 14:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876219+ 9715 | 10:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 11h18 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876219+ 09742 | Delayed 10:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 9h09 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
4657+ 9715 | 10:43 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 10h49 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
4657+ 9713 | On time 10:43 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 3h49 | 14:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
4657+ 86983+ 09742 | Delayed 10:43 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 8h40 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 2 changes | |
4657+ 09742 | Delayed 10:43 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 8h40 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876255+ 9715 | 11:18 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 10h14 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876255+ 09742 | Delayed 11:18 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 8h05 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876255+ 09742 | Delayed 11:18 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 8h05 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876221+ 9715 | 12:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 9h18 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876221+ 09742 | Delayed 12:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 7h09 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
4659+ 9715 | 12:42 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 8h50 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
4659+ 86985+ 09742 | Delayed 12:42 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 6h41 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 2 changes | |
4659+ 09742 | Delayed 12:42 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 6h41 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876257+ 9715 | 13:15 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 8h17 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876257+ 09742 | Delayed 13:15 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 6h08 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876257+ 09742 | Delayed 13:15 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 6h08 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876223+ 9715 | 14:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 7h18 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876223+ 09742 | Delayed 14:14 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 5h09 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
4661+ 9715 | 14:45 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 6h47 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
4661+ 86987+ 09742 | Delayed 14:45 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 4h38 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 2 changes | |
4661+ 09742 | Delayed 14:45 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 4h38 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876259+ 9715 | 15:19 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 6h13 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
876259+ 09742 | Delayed 15:19 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 4h04 | 17:23 17:23Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
6875 · 9715 | 17:41 Gare de Toulouse-Matabiau | 3h51 | 21:32 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
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Trains from Toulouse to Barcelona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:28, the last at 18:46. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 3h 49m.
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 49m |
First train 4:28 |
Last train 18:46 |
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Best time to book 91 days |
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Barcelona Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Toulouse 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 Toulouse to Barcelona trains use the Toulouse Matabiau to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Toulouse and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Toulouse Matabiau is 1 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Toulouse Matabiau 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: Canteen & Bowl, PAUL, Starbucks, Selecta
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are the ATM is located in the connecting corridor between Hall 1 and Hall 2 opposite Relay.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 08:15 - 19:40, Sat: 08:15 - 18:40, Sun: 09:35 - 19:40. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is service provided by Grand Hôtel d'Orléans, located opposite the station. Fixed pricing per piece of baggage: small baggage: €5.50, medium baggage: €7.50, large baggage: €9.50.
Available at Toulouse Matabiau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Toulouse Matabiau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Toulouse Matabiau: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Disabled Passenger Assistance Service (PSH / PMR). Access Train liO can be reached at +33 0800313131.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mermoz, Best Western Hotel Innes by HappyCulture, Appart Hotel Clement Ader.
Gare de Saint-Agne is 2 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Gare de Saint-Agne has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Gare de Saint-Agne.
ATMs are available at Gare de Saint-Agne.
Available at Gare de Saint-Agne: Parking, WC.
Available at Gare de Saint-Agne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gare de Saint-Agne.
Saint-Cyprien Arènes is 2 km from Toulouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Saint-Cyprien Arènes has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Saint-Cyprien Arènes.
Ticket office support is available at Saint-Cyprien Arènes. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Available at Saint-Cyprien Arènes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Saint-Cyprien Arènes: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Cyprien Arènes: Elevators, ramps.
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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