The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Nerja
Cheapest price
$126
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 32 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
733 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Nerja is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Nerja will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Nerja without transferring at least once.
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Compare flight and train for Barcelona to Nerja
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Nerja among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €22.
Distance: 455 miles (733 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
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€66 Average price Cheapest | €73 Average price |
6h 53m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barcelona to Nerja train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Nerja trains for today, Wednesday, December 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:50 AM Barcelona | 6h00 | 3:50 PM Nerja | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Barcelona to Nerja by flight or train
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Why should you book Barcelona to Nerja trains with Omio?
AVE operates all train services from Barcelona to Nerja. Omio is the only official third party seller for AVE tickets.
Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare AVE with all available travel options, which are flight and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barcelona to Nerja.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: AVE tickets can only be bought on Omio or AVE's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for AVE tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell AVE tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and train to find the ideal travel option from Barcelona to Nerja.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Nerja
Trains from Barcelona to Nerja run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:15, the last at 11:50. The fastest train covers the 455 miles (733 km) distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 455 miles (733 km) |
Average train duration 6h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 0m |
First train 06:15 |
Last train 11:50 |
Train companies: AVE from Barcelona to Nerja trainsAVE trains will get you between Barcelona and Nerja from $28 (€22). 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 Nerja
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Nerja 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 Nerja, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Nerja
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- 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
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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