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MUCBE - Museu de la Ciutat de Benicarló
Municipal museum presenting archaeology, history, and ethnography linked to Benicarló and the Baix Maestrat. The best introduction to the town’s past.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
1 h 51 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
34
Distance
181 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Benicarló is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Benicarló will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 34 trains that leave Barcelona for Benicarló on Tue, Aug 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct trains cover the 181 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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.
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00463Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Benicarló among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a bus costs an average of $34.
Distance: 112 miles (181 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price | $43 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Barcelona to Benicarló:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Benicarló costing on average $36 (€30).
Other travel options to Benicarló take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 52m.
The journey is about 18m faster (2h 16m by train vs 2h 34m by car) and roughly $14 (€11) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($29 (€24) vs $43 (€35)). 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 Renfe, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA, 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 Barcelona to Benicarló trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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03062+ 00697 | On time 5:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h45 | 9:35 AM Benicarló-Peñíscola | 1 transfer | |
34062+ 00697 | On time 5:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h45 | 9:35 AM Benicarló-Peñíscola | 1 transfer | |
01071+ 00697 | On time 7:15 AM Barcelona Sants | 2h20 | 9:35 AM Benicarló-Peñíscola | 1 transfer | |
03662+ 00697 | On time 7:27 AM Barcelona Sants | 2h08 | 9:35 AM Benicarló-Peñíscola | 1 transfer | |
00697 | On time 7:40 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h55 | 9:35 AM Benicarló-Peñíscola | 0 transfersDirect | |
18093 | 9:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h37 | 1:10 PM Benicarló-Peñíscola | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Barcelona to Benicarló run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 112 miles (181 km) distance in 1h 46m.
Distance 112 miles (181 km) |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 46m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 9:25 PM |
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Discover the best of Benicarló — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Benicarló trip today.
Municipal museum presenting archaeology, history, and ethnography linked to Benicarló and the Baix Maestrat. The best introduction to the town’s past.
Archaeological interpretation area associated with Iberian remains from the region. Worth a visit for those interested in early settlement history.
Exhibition space inside MUCBE focusing on temporary art and cultural displays. Good for contemporary programming alongside local history.
Main urban beach promenade with sea views, walking space, and easy access to the port area. Ideal for a relaxed first walk in Benicarló.
Central square framed by civic life and nearby historic streets. A practical orientation point and lively place to feel the town atmosphere.
Popular seafront area around the harbor, appreciated for boats, maritime activity, and sunset walks. One of the town’s most atmospheric public spaces.
Benicarló artichokes, often grilled or baked, are the town’s flagship produce with PGI status and a sweet, tender flavor celebrated in local festivals.
A rice dish from the Maestrat coast made with local seafood. It reflects Benicarló’s fishing tradition and the wider Valencian rice culture.
Rice cooked with cuttlefish in its ink, giving a dark color and rich sea flavor. A classic coastal plate in ports like Benicarló.
Well-known Benicarló restaurant focused on refined Mediterranean cooking, especially seafood and local produce, in an elegant setting.
Popular casual spot for tapas, grilled fish, and local specialties. A reliable choice for traditional flavors in an informal setting.
Established dining room by the marina serving rice dishes, seafood, and regional classics with a relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Moderate for Spain's coast: rooms and meals are usually cheaper than major resorts, while local buses and daily basics stay reasonably priced.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. In cafes, small change is enough. Taxis are usually rounded up, not heavily tipped.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Benicarló 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 Benicarló, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Benicarló trains use the Barcelona Sants to Benicarlo-Peñiscola station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Benicarló train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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 Passeig De Gracia 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Lasarte, El Nacional
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona, Hotel Royal Passeig de Gracia, Casa Fuster Hotel.
Barcelona Estació De França is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Estació De França has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Barcelona Estació De França.
ATMs are available at Barcelona Estació De França.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona Estació De França.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Estació De França: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Estació De França: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Estació De França.
Benicarlo-Peñiscola is 1 km from Benicarló city centre. Public transport options include:
Benicarlo-Peñiscola has practical services for this route, including ATM, Accessibility, and Ticket Office.
ATMs are available at Benicarlo-Peñiscola.
Ticket office support is available at Benicarlo-Peñiscola.
Accessibility facilities are available at Benicarlo-Peñiscola.
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