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Train from Barcelona to Valencia

The fastest train from Barcelona to Valencia takes 3h52 with 1 change, usually in Madrid or Castelló. Below: every connection, how punctual the route really is, and practical tips.

Fastest journey3h52
Connections a day3
Direct trains0

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Our travel advice

Our pick

Take the 11:05 train: 3h52, changing in Castelló.

The timetable at a glance

First train06:20
Last train16:25
Fastest journey3h52
Average journey5h15
Longest journey5h23
Without changing0 of 3

Departures per hour from Barcelona

  • Departures: 2 in the morning, 1 in the afternoon and 0 in the evening.
  • Operators: RENFE OPERADORA.
  • Usual change points: Madrid and Castelló.

From our timetable data for a regular Tuesday; departure times in local Barcelona time.

All connections on a regular day

Departure times are local time in Barcelona, arrival times local time in Valencia.

DepartsArrivesDurationChange atTrains
06:2011:435h23MadridAVE 3060 · AVE 5890
RENFE OPERADORA
11:0514:573h52CastellóRB 463 · AVE 5951
RENFE OPERADORA
16:2521:405h15MadridAVE 3160 · AVE 5990
RENFE OPERADORA

Route map

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the train from Barcelona to Valencia?

The fastest train takes 3h52; the typical journey is 5h15.

Is there a direct train from Barcelona to Valencia?

No. You change at least 1 time, usually in Madrid or Castelló.

What time is the first and last train from Barcelona to Valencia?

On a regular Tuesday the first connection leaves at 06:20 and the last at 16:25 (Barcelona time).

Which station does the train from Barcelona to Valencia leave from?

The fastest connection leaves from Barcelona-Sants and arrives at València-Joaquín Sorolla.

Where can I book a train ticket to Valencia?

You can compare prices at Omio. Booking early is usually cheaper.

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Timetables: our own journey planner (MOTIS) on open timetable data from SNCF, DB (DELFI), NS (OpenOV), NMBS/SNCB, Eurostar, SBB/opentransportdata.swiss, Trenitalia France and Renfe. Method and sources.

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