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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Ávila among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a flight costs an average of £232.
Distance: 581 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£11 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £232 Average Price | £106 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Barcelona to Ávila, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Ávila:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Ávila costing on average £11.
A coach is £224 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Ávila costing on average £232.
Other travel options to Ávila take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 20m.
Coach takes on average 9h 41m.
The journey is about 2h 48m faster (4h 50m by train vs 7h 38m by car) and roughly £95 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£11 vs £106). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Ávila from Barcelona by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Barcelona to Ávila is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Ávila are Madrid, Segovia and Salamanca. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Ávila on Omio.
Madrid is Spain’s capital, known for its grand architecture, major art museums and late-running social life. Royal landmarks sit alongside lively neighbourhoods, giving the city a polished yet relaxed character.
Segovia is known for its Roman aqueduct, the Alcázar and a handsome old town crowned by a grand cathedral. Its Castilian character, historic streets and famous roast suckling pig make it feel elegant yet grounded.
Salamanca is known for its ancient university, honey-coloured stone and elegant old town. The city feels both scholarly and lively, with historic streets and a strong student presence shaping its character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Ávila:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Ávila costing on average £11.
A coach is £224 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Ávila costing on average £232.
Other travel options to Ávila take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 20m.
Coach takes on average 9h 41m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Ávila as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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