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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
£11
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
5 h 39 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Barcelona will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 10 trains that leave Vitoria-Gasteiz for Barcelona every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 431 km distance in an average of 5 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 27 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.
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03183Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £28.
Distance: 431 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£55 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £96 Average Price |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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00631+ 17056 | Delayed 9:00 11:00Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 10h37 | 21:37 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
00631+ 03123 | Delayed 9:00 11:00Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 5h15 | 14:15 14:15Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
00631+ 06021 | Delayed 9:00 11:00Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 7h13 | 18:13 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
18029+ 03941 | 15:22 Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 7h38 | 23:00 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
18029+ 00437 | 15:22 Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 6h51 | 22:13 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
18029+ 03183 | 15:22 Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 6h27 | 21:49 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
00621 | 16:23 Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 5h17 | 21:40 Barcelona Sants | 0 changesdirect | |
00621 · 00437 | 16:23 Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 5h50 | 22:13 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
00621+ 03941 | 16:23 Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 6h37 | 23:00 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
00621+ 03183 | 16:23 Vitoria-Gasteiz station | 5h26 | 21:49 Barcelona Sants | 1 change | |
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Trains from Vitoria-Gasteiz to Barcelona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 431 km distance in 5h 11m.
Distance 431 km |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 11m |
First train 5:40 |
Last train 21:07 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
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Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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Barcelona Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vitoria-Gasteiz 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 Vitoria-Gasteiz to Barcelona trains use the Vitoria-Gasteiz to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Vitoria-Gasteiz and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Vitoria-Gasteiz is 2 km from Vitoria-Gasteiz city centre. Public transport options include:
Vitoria-Gasteiz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurante El Portalón, Restaurante Zabala
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Vitoria-Gasteiz. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Vitoria-Gasteiz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vitoria-Gasteiz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vitoria-Gasteiz: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vitoria-Gasteiz: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Canciller Ayala Vitoria, Hotel Silken Ciudad de Vitoria, AC Hotel General Álava.
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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