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Museu de Belles Arts de Castelló
Main fine arts museum of Castellón with archaeology, ceramics, and painting. It is the best all-round museum for understanding local culture and history.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€25
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€42
Fastest journey on Sep 20
1 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
4 h 15 m
Trains on Sep 20
5
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Castelló de la Plana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Castelló de la Plana will cost around €42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 5 trains from Barcelona to Castelló de la Plana, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 242 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 6 h 8 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Castelló de la Plana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, while a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 150 miles (242 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€40 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest | €47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg 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 Barcelona to Castelló de la Plana:
A bus is €5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Castelló de la Plana costing on average €40.
Other travel options to Castelló de la Plana take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 38m.
The journey is about 42m faster (2h 28m by train vs 3h 10m by car) and roughly €7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€40 vs €47). 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 EUROMED, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe, 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 Castelló de la Plana trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:14 AM Barcelona | 6h08 | 12:22 PM Castelló de la Plana | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:14 AM Barcelona | 6h08 | 1:22 PM Castelló de la Plana | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:33 AM Barcelona | 4h49 | 1:22 PM Castelló de la Plana | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:15 PM Barcelona | 1h55 | 5:10 PM Castelló de la Plana | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Barcelona | 2h13 | 8:28 PM Castelló de la Plana | 0 transfersDirect |
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Trains from Barcelona to Castelló de la Plana run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €7 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 150 miles (242 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 150 miles (242 km) |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €7 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 5:48 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Castelló de la Plana — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Castelló de la Plana trip today.
Main fine arts museum of Castellón with archaeology, ceramics, and painting. It is the best all-round museum for understanding local culture and history.
Contemporary art center known for temporary exhibitions and experimental programs. A strong stop for current Spanish and international visual culture.
Planetarium near the beach with astronomy exhibits and educational programming. It is popular for families, science lovers, and coastal location.
Main square framed by the co-cathedral, town hall, and bell tower. It is the classic starting point for architecture, events, and city atmosphere.
Shaded central park with ponds, sculptures, and local life. It is one of the best everyday places to relax between museum and old-town visits.
Historic square with arcades and civic heritage buildings. It is ideal for strolling and appreciating the urban fabric of old Castellón.
Traditional rice baked with local tomatoes and vegetables, often from market produce. A simple inland Valencian dish tied to home cooking in Castellón.
Rice cooked with seafood stock and cuttlefish, common on the Castellón coast. It reflects the city’s fishing heritage and love of arroz dishes.
A rich rice dish with fresh local seafood such as prawns, mussels, and squid. It is a festive staple in coastal restaurants around Castellón.
Refined Michelin-starred restaurant known for creative Valencian tasting menus, polished service, and an elegant contemporary setting.
Established dining room specializing in Mediterranean cuisine, quality seafood, and rice dishes in a classic, comfortable setting.
Well-known rice restaurant near the Grau area, valued for paella, seafood dishes, and a relaxed atmosphere popular with locals.
Moderate for Spain’s east coast: hotels often cost less than Valencia, while dining, coffee, and local transit stay reasonable for most tourists.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafés; taxis usually just round up.
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Castellón de la Plana Railway Station -> Plaça Major, Castelló de la Plana
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Castelló de la Plana 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 Castelló de la Plana, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Castelló de la Plana trains use the Barcelona Sants to Castellón De La Plana station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Castelló de la Plana 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.
Castellón De La Plana is 1 km from Castelló de la Plana city centre. Public transport options include:
Castellón De La Plana has practical services for this route, including Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Castellón De La Plana. Information desks are available at Castellón De La Plana.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Castellón De La Plana: WC.
Available at Castellón De La Plana: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Castellón De La Plana.
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