The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to A Rua
Cheapest price
$92
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
10 h 23 m
Average duration
10 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
774 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to A Rua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to A Rua will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $92.
Of the 1 trains that leave Barcelona for A Rua on Fri, Jul 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct trains cover the 774 km distance in an average of 10 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 23 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest trains will take 10 h 23 m 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.
8:05 AM10h23Barcelona6:28 PMA Rua$921One-way0 transfers
8:05 AM10h23Barcelona6:28 PMA Rua$921One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Barcelona to A Rua
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to A Rua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $46, and a bus costs an average of $151.
Distance: 480 miles (774 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$77 Average price Cheapest | $151 Average price | $185 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 52m Average total duration Fastest 10h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 15m Average total duration 25h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to A Rua:
A train is $74 (€61) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to A Rua costing on average $151 (€124).
Other travel options to A Rua take longer:
Bus takes on average 25h 45m.
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Direct services run with Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Barcelona to A Rua train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to A Rua trains for tomorrow, Friday, July 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:05 AM Barcelona | 10h23 | 6:28 PM A Rua | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to A Rua
Trains from Barcelona to A Rua run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 480 miles (774 km) distance in 10h 23m.
Distance 480 miles (774 km) |
Average train duration 10h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 23m |
First train 6:16 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Renfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona to A Rua trainsRenfe ALVIA, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona and A Rua from $46 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Barcelona to A Rua
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to A Rua 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 A Rua, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to A Rua
Most Barcelona to A Rua trains use the Barcelona Sants to A Rúa-Petín station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and A Rua train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barcelona station do trains to A Rua leave from?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
Which A Rua station do trains from Barcelona arrive at?
Getting to A Rúa-Petín from A Rua city centre
A Rúa-Petín is 1 km from A Rua city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
A Rúa-Petín train station facilities and services
A Rúa-Petín has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at A Rúa-Petín.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at A Rúa-Petín: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at A Rúa-Petín.
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