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Valencia to Barcelona-Sants train ticket prices

Book cheap train tickets from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants with TrainPal, starting at £26.65, with an average price of £53.71*. Board Renfe AVE, Avant, and Avlo high-speed trains, or take iryo and OUIGO trains. Enjoy high-speed travel and excellent services to every corner of Spain. Compare options and start your journey now on TrainPal.

Valencia to Barcelona-Sants train times

The fastest time from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants begins at 3h 3m, with a usual duration of 3h 24m. 9 trains run daily on this route, with the earliest at 06:30 and the latest at 18:42. For more train times, prices, delays, and cancellations on TrainPal. Stay informed with real-time updates to ensure a smooth journey in Spain.

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15:02

Valencia-Estació del Nord

18:19

Barcelona-Sants
On time3h 17mRenfe
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15:36

Valencia-Estació del Nord

19:00

Barcelona-Sants
On time3h 24mRenfe
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16:59

Valencia-Estació del Nord

20:51

Barcelona-Sants
On time3h 52mRenfe
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17:15

Valencia-Estació del Nord

23:07

Barcelona-Sants
On time5h 52mRenfe
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17:30

Valencia-Estació del Nord

20:57

Barcelona-Sants
On time3h 27mIntercit
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Valencia to Barcelona-Sants train journey information

Access detailed Renfe, iryo, and OUIGO train information from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants, including departure and arrival times, stations, distance, journey duration, train companies, and price options. Check train times and prices for a hassle-free trip.

First train
06:30
Last train
18:42
Departure station
Arrival station
Distance
187 miles (301km)
Journey time
3h 3m
Price
From £26.65
Train operators
Intercit, Renfe

Valencia to Barcelona-Sants train travel guide

Enjoy the travel guide from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants on TrainPal. With an average duration of 3h 24m, you can take a great trip on Renfe AVE high-speed trains, as well as iryo and OUIGO trains.

Planning and booking

Planning and booking

1. How do I book train tickets for the Valencia to Barcelona-Sants route?

Book inexpensive train tickets from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants on the TrainPal website or app for an effortless experience. Use our Train Journey Planner, an outstanding tool to design your perfect journey in Spain. Enter the cities or stations of your destinations, provide the necessary details, and choose the ideal route!

2. Are there any discounts available for AVE train tickets from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants?

Find affordable AVE train tickets from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants on TrainPal. Book tickets up to 90 days ahead to secure the best prices. We offer discounts for students and seniors. For extra savings, buy a Return ticket and use our discount codes. Travel on a budget with TrainPal.

3. Are there any stops along the way from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants on the AVE train?

No, you need to transfer on the route from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants. TrainPal assists in comparing times, prices, and transfer details. We strive to ensure your journey is seamless and stress-free.

4. What is the frequency of AVE trains from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants?

A journey from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants caters to 9 trains every day. TrainPal shows you lots of information you may be interested in. Stay informed with live train times, ensuring you know the best time to leave home, guaranteeing the continuity of your journey, and saving you time, effort, and worry.

5. What is the travel time from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants by train?

The fastest route from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants takes 3h 3m, while the average travel time is 3h 24m. Check detailed departure and arrival times for both stations. Use TrainPal to stay informed with live schedules.

6. How much does a train ticket from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants cost?

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Onboard services

Onboard services

1. What are the amenities on Valencia to Barcelona-Sants trains?

On AVE trains from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants, all ticket types include free WiFi, power outlets, and allowance for up to three bags. A cafeteria or mobile catering bar is accessible to all passengers. Boxed meals start at €5.50 for Básico and Elige tickets, while Prémium ticket holders enjoy complimentary meals.

2. Can I bring luggage and bicycles on the AVE train from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants?

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3. How early should I arrive at the train station for the AVE train from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants?

Plan to be at the train station 30 minutes before departure for security and boarding. If you have luggage or it's a busy period, arrive 45-60 minutes prior. Always check your ticket and TrainPal guidelines for accuracy.

Valencia to Barcelona-Sants Train Classes

When travelling from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants, explore and compare the various class services provided by AVE, Avlo, Iryo, and OUIGO to effortlessly plan your upcoming journey.

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Avlo
iryo
OUIGO
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BÁSICO

BÁSICO

Standard seat (2+2 seating)
Standard seat (2+2 seating)
Silent carriage
Silent carriage
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10
Free combined Cercanías trains
Free combined Cercanías trains
Free Wi-Fi (PlayRenfe on AVE)
Free Wi-Fi (PlayRenfe on AVE)
Three pieces of luggage
Three pieces of luggage
Collect Renfecitos (Renfe points)
Collect Renfecitos (Renfe points)
Reclining seats
Reclining seats
Reading light
Reading light
Power socket
Power socket
ELIGE ESTÁNDAR

ELIGE ESTÁNDAR

Standard seat (2+2 seating)
Standard seat (2+2 seating)
Silent carriage
Silent carriage
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10 or one large dog (<40kg) for €35
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10 or one large dog (<40kg) for €35
Free combined Cercanías trains
Free combined Cercanías trains
Free Wi-Fi (PlayRenfe on AVE)
Free Wi-Fi (PlayRenfe on AVE)
Three pieces of luggage
Three pieces of luggage
Collect Renfecitos (Renfe points)
Collect Renfecitos (Renfe points)
Reclining seats
Reclining seats
Reading light
Reading light
Power socket
Power socket
ELIGE CONFORT

ELIGE CONFORT

XL Confort seat
XL Confort seat
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10
Free combined Cercanías trains
Free combined Cercanías trains
Free Wi-Fi (PlayRenfe on AVE)
Free Wi-Fi (PlayRenfe on AVE)
Three pieces of luggage
Three pieces of luggage
Collect Renfecitos (Renfe points)
Collect Renfecitos (Renfe points)
Reclining seats
Reclining seats
Reading light
Reading light
Power socket
Power socket
PRÉMIUM

PRÉMIUM

XL Confort seat
XL Confort seat
Access to the Club Lounge
Access to the Club Lounge
Free Seat selection
Free Seat selection
Free Prémium food and drinks at seat
Free Prémium food and drinks at seat
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for free
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for free
Free combined Cercanías trains
Free combined Cercanías trains
Free Wi-Fi (PlayRenfe on AVE)
Free Wi-Fi (PlayRenfe on AVE)
Three pieces of luggage
Three pieces of luggage
Collect Renfecitos (Renfe points)
Collect Renfecitos (Renfe points)
Reclining seats
Reclining seats
Reading light
Reading light
Power socket
Power socket
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BÁSICA

BÁSICA

Standard seat
Standard seat
Two pieces of luggage
Two pieces of luggage
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10
Access to the Club Lounge for Más Renfe Plata, Más Renfe Oro, or Más Renfe Platino members
Access to the Club Lounge for Más Renfe Plata, Más Renfe Oro, or Más Renfe Platino members
Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Collect Renfecitos (Renfe points)
Collect Renfecitos (Renfe points)
Reclining seats
Reclining seats
Reading light
Reading light
Power socket
Power socket
Vending machines
Vending machines
Luggage storage
Luggage storage
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Inicial

Inicial

Reclinable Confort seats
Reclinable Confort seats
4 seats in a row with foldable tables
4 seats in a row with foldable tables
1 hand luggage and 1 small suitcase for free
1 hand luggage and 1 small suitcase for free
Free combined Cercanías trains
Free combined Cercanías trains
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10
Power sockets with USB ports
Power sockets with USB ports
Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
5G connection
5G connection
HAIZEA café
HAIZEA café
Mobile Bar
Mobile Bar
Singular

Singular

Reclinable Confort seats
Reclinable Confort seats
4 seats in a row with foldable tables
4 seats in a row with foldable tables
1 hand luggage, 1 small and 1 large suitcases for free
1 hand luggage, 1 small and 1 large suitcases for free
Free combined Cercanías trains
Free combined Cercanías trains
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10
Power sockets with USB ports
Power sockets with USB ports
Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
5G connection
5G connection
HAIZEA café
HAIZEA café
Mobile Bar
Mobile Bar
Singular Only YOU

Singular Only YOU

Reclinable Gran Confort XL seats
Reclinable Gran Confort XL seats
3 seats in a row with foldable tables
3 seats in a row with foldable tables
1 hand luggage, 1 small and 1 large suitcases for free
1 hand luggage, 1 small and 1 large suitcases for free
Free combined Cercanías trains
Free combined Cercanías trains
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10
Power sockets with USB ports
Power sockets with USB ports
Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
5G connection
5G connection
HAIZEA café
HAIZEA café
Mobile Bar
Mobile Bar
Infinita Bistró

Infinita Bistró

Reclinable Gran Confort XL seats
Reclinable Gran Confort XL seats
3 seats in a row with foldable tables
3 seats in a row with foldable tables
Three pieces of luggage for free
Three pieces of luggage for free
Free combined Cercanías trains
Free combined Cercanías trains
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10
Travel with one small pet (<10kg) for €10
Free food and drinks at seat
Free food and drinks at seat
Free Seat selection
Free Seat selection
Power sockets with USB ports
Power sockets with USB ports
Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
5G connection
5G connection
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OUIGO ESENCIAL

OUIGO ESENCIAL

Standard seat
Standard seat
4 seats in a row with tables
4 seats in a row with tables
1 hand luggage and 1 suitcase for free
1 hand luggage and 1 suitcase for free
Wi-Fi for €3 (OUIFI service)
Wi-Fi for €3 (OUIFI service)
Travel for €10 with 1–2 small pets under 10 kg
Travel for €10 with 1–2 small pets under 10 kg
2 OUIBar cafeterias
2 OUIBar cafeterias
Double-decker train
Double-decker train
OUIGO PLUS

OUIGO PLUS

Select Standard seat for free
Select Standard seat for free
Select XL seats for free (subject to availability)
Select XL seats for free (subject to availability)
1 hand luggage and 2 suitcases for free
1 hand luggage and 2 suitcases for free
Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Free access to OUIFUN (onboard Premium entertainment portal)
Free access to OUIFUN (onboard Premium entertainment portal)
Travel for €10 with 1–2 small pets under 10 kg
Travel for €10 with 1–2 small pets under 10 kg
2 OUIBar cafeterias
2 OUIBar cafeterias
Double-decker train
Double-decker train
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Change and refunds

AVE tickets
Avant tickets
iryo tickets
OUIGO tickets
  • Básico: Non-refundable, changeable for extra €10.
  • Elige Estándar: Free first-time change, reimburse 70% of the total.
  • Elige Confort: Free first-time change, reimburse 70% of the total.
  • Prémium: Free full refund and change
  • Renfe tickets can be refunded and changed through the TrainPal app, supporting both full and partial changes. For more detailed information, please contact us.
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  • Avant trains feature three ticket types: Sencillo (One-way), Ida y Vuelta (Return), and Con enlace (One ticket for two trips). Each ticket allows up to three exchanges. Exchanges on the same day are free, but different-day exchanges incur a 10% fee and any price difference. Cancellations require at least a 15% fee.
  • Renfe tickets can be refunded and changed through our TrainPal app, allowing for both full and partial changes. For further information, please contact us.
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  • Inicial: Refundable and changeable (excluding missed trains). Changes incur a €10 fee plus any fare difference. Cancel up to seven days before departure for a 70% refund; cancellations within seven days are non-refundable.
  • Singular & Singular Only You: Refundable and changeable. Free time changes on the day of travel; date changes require payment of the fare difference. Cancel at least seven days before departure for an 85% refund; within seven days, receive a 75% refund.
  • Infinita Bistró: Refundable and changeable. Free time changes on the day of travel; date changes require payment of the fare difference. Cancel at least seven days before departure for a 95% refund; within seven days, receive a 90% refund.
  • iryo refunds and ticket changes can both be submitted through our TrainPal app. For more detailed information, please contact us.
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  • ESSENTIAL:Add REFUNDABLE TICKET (€8) and FLEX (€7) services at booking for refund and change options 30 minutes before departure.
  • PLUS: Add REFUNDABLE TICKET (€8) and FLEX (€7) services at booking for refund and change options 30 minutes before departure.
  • FULL: Unlimited changes and refunds available 30 minutes before departure.
  • OUIGO full refunds are available through the TrainPal app, while partial refunds and ticket changes require contacting us.
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    How to buy cheap Renfe and iryo train tickets

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    Being the cheapest AVE ticket option, it is non-refundable. Nevertheless, you can alter your ticket for a €10 fee and any applicable fare difference.

    With Avlo's Básica (Basic) tickets starting at €7 on eight routes, you can change or refund for €8. Each ticket lets you bring two children under 14 for €5 each.

    Get 20% off with Avant's Return tickets instead of purchasing separate ones. Both tickets are changeable. Cancellations incur a minimum 15% fee, and cancelling one ticket costs 40% of its price.

    Experience comfortable travel with iryo Inicial fare, featuring reclining leather seats, extra legroom, individual armrests, and power outlets. Tickets can be refunded and changed with conditions. Travel in style and flexibility with iryo.

    Experience high-speed, low-cost travel with OUIGO's double-decker trains, ideal for trips from Madrid to Barcelona. You can carry two small pieces of luggage for free. Enjoy a fast and affordable journey with OUIGO.

    Children under 14 enjoy a 40% discount on AVE, Alvia, Avant, and others. Tickets include a seat, are changeable and refundable. Kids under three travel free; on Cercanías, those under six travel free.

    Receive an 8% discount on the total price for groups of 4 to 9 travellers. Tickets are non-changeable but refundable, with fees ranging from 5% to 30% of the total price. Maximise your savings with our group travel discount.

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