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Museu Picasso
Major collection focused on Pablo Picasso’s early years and artistic development in Barcelona. One of the city’s most visited museums.
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$119
Fastest journey
5 h 40 m
Average duration
5 h 51 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
506 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alcazar de San Juan to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alcazar de San Juan to Barcelona will cost around $119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
Of the 23 trains that leave Alcazar de San Juan for Barcelona on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 506 km distance in an average of 5 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 40 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 6 h 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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03171Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alcazar de San Juan to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $41, and a train costs an average of $41.
Distance: 314 miles (506 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$82 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 28m.
Bus takes on average 6h 37m.
The journey is about 58m faster (5h 28m by train vs 6h 26m by car) and roughly $44 (€36) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($82 (€67) vs $126 (€103)). 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.
Direct services run with AVE, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Alcazar de San Juan to Barcelona trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
00694 | Delayed 12:00 PM 1:42 PMAlcázar De San Juan | 7h09 | 7:03 PM 7:03 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
18171+ 06171 | Delayed 1:59 PM Alcázar De San Juan | 6h43 | 6:42 PM 6:42 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
18171+ 06381 | On time 1:59 PM Alcázar De San Juan | 7h45 | 9:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
18171+ 03373 | On time 1:59 PM Alcázar De San Juan | 7h12 | 9:11 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
17041+ 03183 | Delayed 3:47 PM Alcázar De San Juan | 6h02 | 7:49 PM 7:49 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
17041+ 06015 | Delayed 3:47 PM Alcázar De San Juan | 7h03 | 8:50 PM 8:50 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
17041+ 06381 | On time 3:47 PM Alcázar De San Juan | 5h57 | 9:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
18049+ 06121 | 8:33 AM Alcázar De San Juan | 7h06 | 3:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
18049+ 06111 | 8:33 AM Alcázar De San Juan | 6h06 | 2:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
18049+ 06151 | 8:33 AM Alcázar De San Juan | 10h21 | 6:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
18049+ 03305 | 8:33 AM Alcázar De San Juan | 10h41 | 7:14 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
18049+ 03113 | 8:33 AM Alcázar De San Juan | 6h38 | 3:11 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
18049+ 03141 | 8:33 AM Alcázar De San Juan | 8h26 | 4:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
18033+ 06161 | 10:55 AM Alcázar De San Juan | 8h44 | 7:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
18033+ 03161 | 10:55 AM Alcázar De San Juan | 8h04 | 6:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
18033+ 06151 | 10:55 AM Alcázar De San Juan | 7h59 | 6:54 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
00694 | 1:42 PM Alcázar De San Juan | 7h09 | 8:51 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Alcazar de San Juan to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:00, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 314 miles (506 km) distance in 7h 9m.
Distance 314 miles (506 km) |
Average train duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 9m |
First train 1:00 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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Major collection focused on Pablo Picasso’s early years and artistic development in Barcelona. One of the city’s most visited museums.
Barcelona’s leading fine arts museum, especially strong in Romanesque murals, Gothic art, and Catalan modernism.
Hilltop museum dedicated to Joan Miró, with paintings, sculptures, and strong views over the city from Montjuïc.
Barcelona’s best-known promenade, lively and crowded, linking Plaça de Catalunya with the old port.
Historic heart of Barcelona with medieval lanes, small squares, hidden courtyards, and many major monuments.
Elegant boulevard lined with luxury shops and landmark modernist buildings including Casa Batlló and La Pedrera.
Rustic bread rubbed with ripe tomato, olive oil, and salt. It is a signature Catalan staple served with many meals and tapas.
Roasted eggplant, red peppers, and onion dressed with olive oil. A classic Catalan vegetable dish with deep smoky flavor.
A Catalan salad of shredded salt cod, tomato, onion, and olives. It is especially associated with coastal Catalan cooking.
Acclaimed fine dining restaurant offering highly creative contemporary cuisine by celebrated chefs in an elegant modern space.
Historic traditional restaurant in the Gothic Quarter known for classic Catalan dishes such as escudella, roast meats, and crema catalana.
Lively, established seafood and tapas spot near El Born, famous for market-fresh plates, shellfish, and a bustling counter atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe: tapas and transit are fair value, but central hotels and tourist areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for taxis and cafés is enough.
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