- Must visit
Museu Nacional Arqueològic de Tarragona
Flagship archaeology museum for Roman Tarragona, displaying mosaics, sculpture, and finds that explain the UNESCO city nearby.
Cheapest price on Sep 18
lei291
Average ticket price on Sep 18
lei438
Fastest journey on Sep 18
31 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
32 m
Trains on Sep 18
2
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to La Pineda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to La Pineda will cost around lei438 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei291.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 2 trains from Barcelona to La Pineda, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 89 km distance in an average of 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 33 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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06012Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to La Pineda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of lei65 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 49m. 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 train costs an average of lei65, while a bus costs an average of lei104.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
lei65 Average price Cheapest | lei104 Average price | lei102 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 22m Average total duration 1h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg 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 La Pineda:
A train is lei39 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to La Pineda costing on average lei104.
Other travel options to La Pineda take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 52m.
The journey is about 4m faster (1h 19m by train vs 1h 23m by car) and roughly lei38 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (lei65 vs lei102). 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, iryo.
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 La Pineda trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18121 | 6:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 7:22 AM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15031 | 6:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 7:52 AM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15001 | On time 7:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 8:22 AM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
18123 | 7:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 8:52 AM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15003 | 8:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 9:22 AM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
06012 | Delayed 8:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 0h33 | 7:18 AM 7:18 AMCamp de Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
17501 | 9:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 10:22 AM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
18093 | 9:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 10:52 AM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15005 | 10:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 11:22 AM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15007 | 11:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 12:22 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
18125 | On time 11:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 12:52 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15053 | 12:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 1:22 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15009 | 1:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 2:22 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
18127 | 1:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 2:52 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15033 | 2:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 3:22 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15011 | 2:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 3:52 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
18129 | 3:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 4:22 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15013 | 3:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 4:52 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
06360 | Delayed 3:52 PM Barcelona Sants | 0h31 | 2:23 PM 2:23 PMCamp de Tarragona | 0 transfersDirect | |
17505 | 4:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 5:22 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
18131 | 4:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 5:52 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15015 | 5:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 6:22 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15035 | 5:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 6:52 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
18133 | 6:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 7:22 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15017 | 6:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 7:52 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15039 | 7:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 8:22 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
18055 | 7:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 8:52 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15019 | 8:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 9:22 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15055 | 8:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 9:52 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
18135 | 9:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 10:22 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15021 | 9:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 10:52 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
15023 | 10:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 1h19 | 11:22 PM Vila-seca | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Barcelona to La Pineda run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at lei51 if you book in advance.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:16, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price lei51 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 6:16 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
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Discover the best of La Pineda — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect La Pineda trip today.
Flagship archaeology museum for Roman Tarragona, displaying mosaics, sculpture, and finds that explain the UNESCO city nearby.
Gaudí interpretation centre in Reus using immersive displays to explain the architect's life, ideas, and local roots.
Art and cultural centre in Vila-seca hosting temporary exhibitions in a refined historic setting close to La Pineda.
La Pineda's broad sandy beach and seafront promenade, popular for walking, swimming, and easy family-friendly seaside views.
Balcony-like seafront viewpoint in Tarragona with sweeping Mediterranean vistas, a classic local stop above the waterfront.
Coastal walkway in Salou lined with palms, sculptures, and sea views; one of the area's most pleasant urban strolls.
Romesco sauce with grilled calçots or fish, made from roasted peppers, tomato, garlic and nuts. A signature Tarragona flavor tied to local winter and coastal cooking.
Chargrilled spring onions dipped in romesco. A beloved Catalan seasonal feast in nearby Tarragona, social and strongly rooted in local food culture.
Rice cooked in fish stock with cuttlefish, prawns or clams. A classic Costa Daurada seaside dish prized for deep Mediterranean flavor.
Popular beachfront rice and seafood restaurant in La Pineda, known for paella, grilled fish and relaxed Mediterranean views.
Well-known local restaurant serving tapas, seafood and Mediterranean classics in an informal setting close to the seafront.
Established dining room inside Gran Palas Hotel, offering refined Mediterranean cuisine and a more polished atmosphere.
Moderate for the Costa Daurada: summer stays rise, but dining and local transport are usually reasonable versus larger Spanish beach resorts.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for very good service; in cafes and taxis, small change or rounding up is normal.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to La Pineda 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 La Pineda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to La Pineda trains use the Barcelona Sants to Vila-Seca station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and La Pineda 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.
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