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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Orihuela among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 56m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, while a flight costs an average of £169.
Distance: 453 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £169 Average Price | £80 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
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 Orihuela, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Orihuela:
A train is £162 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Orihuela costing on average £169.
Other travel options to Orihuela take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 34m.
Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £80 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £73. The journey takes 6h 4m versus 5h 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Orihuela from Barcelona by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Barcelona to Orihuela is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Orihuela are Murcia, Alicante, Elche and Cartagena. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Orihuela on Omio.
Murcia is known for its Baroque cathedral, fertile huerta and easy-going southern Spanish character. Historic streets, lively plazas and a strong local food culture give the city a relaxed but sociable feel.
Alicante is a Mediterranean city on the Costa Blanca, known for its seafront, urban beach and Castillo de Santa Bárbara above the bay. It mixes a relaxed coastal feel with a compact old town, lively dining and an easy connection to the sea.
Elche is best known for the UNESCO-listed Palmeral of Elche, whose vast palm grove gives the city an unusual oasis-like feel. Its character also reflects a mix of Arab heritage, the Mystery Play of Elche and a long shoemaking tradition.
Cartagena is a historic port on Spain’s south-eastern coast, known for its Roman theatre and naval heritage. Its natural harbour, modernist centre and Mediterranean atmosphere give the city a practical, lived-in character.
Travel to Orihuela easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Orihuela.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Orihuela:
A train is £162 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Orihuela costing on average £169.
Other travel options to Orihuela take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 34m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Orihuela as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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