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Museu Picasso
One of the world’s leading Picasso collections, especially strong on his formative years in Barcelona and early artistic development.
Cheapest price on Sep 21
zł329
Average ticket price on Sep 21
zł375
Fastest journey on Sep 21
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
3 h 18 m
Trains on Sep 21
2
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Argelès-sur-Mer to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Argelès-sur-Mer to Barcelona will cost around zł375 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only zł329.
It's difficult to get from Argelès-sur-Mer to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
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86964Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Argelès-sur-Mer to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł116 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł116, while a train costs an average of zł239.
Distance: 91 miles (147 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
zł239 Average price | zł116 Average price Cheapest | zł155 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Argelès-sur-Mer to Barcelona:
A bus is zł123 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Argelès-sur-Mer to Barcelona costing on average zł239.
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 40m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (2h 2m by train vs 2h 7m by car). Tickets start at around zł239 compared to roughly zł155 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Argelès-sur-Mer to Barcelona trains for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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9711+ 876254 | 10:00 AM Argelès-sur-Mer station | 3h36 | 1:36 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
9713+ 86966 | 11:48 AM Argelès-sur-Mer station | 2h44 | 2:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
9715+ 86978 | 5:48 PM Argelès-sur-Mer station | 3h44 | 9:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Argelès-sur-Mer to Barcelona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at zł67 but you can travel from only zł23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:59, the last at 18:47. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (147 km) distance in 1h 37m.
Distance 91 miles (147 km) |
Average train duration 2h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price zł67 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 37m |
First train 6:59 AM |
Last train 6:47 PM |
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Barcelona Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Argelès-sur-Mer to Barcelona by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Argelès-sur-Mer to Barcelona trains use the Argelès-sur-Mer to Barcelona Sants station pair, with some services arriving at Sant Adreu Comtal. Use this guide to compare Argelès-sur-Mer and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Argelès-sur-Mer has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant La Table de Valmy, Restaurant La Mandoline
Ticket office support is available at Argelès-sur-Mer.
Available at Argelès-sur-Mer: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Argelès-sur-Mer: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Argelès-sur-Mer: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Les Charmettes, Hôtel Beau Rivage, Hôtel Le Maritime.
Sant Adreu Comtal is 5 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Sant Adreu Comtal has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sant Adreu Comtal.
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald’s, Caffe di Fiore, Ars Café, Café de l'Estació, Café de l’Estació Deli, Lavazza, Como, Peter's, Tutti Frutti, Enrique Tomás, & many more
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
Barcelona El Clot Aragó is 3 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona El Clot Aragó has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó.
ATMs are available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó.
Available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó.
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