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Museo Catedralicio de Plasencia
Cathedral museum displaying sacred art, sculpture, manuscripts, and liturgical treasures that illuminate Plasencia's religious heritage.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€47
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€109
Fastest journey on Sep 20
7 h 27 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
7 h 34 m
Trains on Sep 20
37
Distance
711 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Plasencia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Plasencia will cost around €109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €47.
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Plasencia without transferring at least once.
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17012Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Plasencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, while a bus costs an average of €38.
Distance: 441 miles (711 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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€25 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price | €24 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 0m Average total duration Fastest 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 40m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Plasencia:
A train is €13 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Plasencia costing on average €38.
Other travel options to Plasencia take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 10m.
You'll arrive about 1h 59m sooner (6h 30m by train vs 8h 29m by car). Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €24 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Plasencia trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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06012+ Normal | 8:45 AM Barcelona Sants | 10h55 | 7:40 PM Plasencia, Estación De Autobuses | 1 transfer | |
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03302+ 35902 | 6:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h27 | 2:02 PM Plasencia station | 1 transfer | |
03302+ 17012 | 6:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 11h16 | 5:51 PM Plasencia station | 1 transfer | |
03302+ 17902 | 6:35 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h27 | 2:02 PM Plasencia station | 1 transfer | |
03082+ 00194 | 8:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 13h31 | 9:31 PM Plasencia station | 1 transfer | |
03082+ 00194 | 8:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 13h42 | 9:42 PM Plasencia station | 1 transfer | |
03082+ 37094 | 8:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 13h31 | 9:31 PM Plasencia station | 1 transfer | |
03082+ 17018 | 8:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 14h43 | 10:43 PM Plasencia station | 1 transfer | |
03082+ 17012 | 8:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 9h51 | 5:51 PM Plasencia station | 1 transfer | |
03082+ 37094 | 8:00 AM Barcelona Sants | 13h42 | 9:42 PM Plasencia station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Barcelona to Plasencia run on average 19 times per day, taking around 6h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 441 miles (711 km) distance in 5h 52m.
Distance 441 miles (711 km) |
Average train duration 6h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 5h 52m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 9:07 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Plasencia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Plasencia trip today.
Cathedral museum displaying sacred art, sculpture, manuscripts, and liturgical treasures that illuminate Plasencia's religious heritage.
Exhibition space in a restored convent that hosts temporary art, heritage, and cultural displays in a historic setting.
Interpretive center focused on local sacred imagery and devotional traditions, useful for understanding regional artistic identity.
Historic main square with arcades, terraces, and the city hall clock, ideal for people-watching and beginning an old-town walk.
Historic quarter of winding lanes, stone houses, and monuments, essential for understanding Plasencia's medieval urban character.
Pleasant riverside park along the Jerte with lawns, paths, and shade, popular for relaxing walks close to the center.
Migas Extremeñas are fried breadcrumbs with garlic, paprika, and pork pieces. A classic shepherds' dish in Extremadura, hearty and deeply tied to rural tradition.
Caldereta de Cordero is a slow-cooked lamb stew with garlic, wine, and peppers. It is a festive Extremaduran specialty often shared at local gatherings.
Torta Del Casar is a famous creamy ewe's milk cheese from Extremadura. Its intense flavor and spoonable interior make it one of the region's signature foods.
Well-known central restaurant serving traditional Extremaduran dishes, Iberian meats, and seasonal specials in a polished classic dining room.
Historic parador restaurant in a former convent, known for refined Extremaduran cuisine in an elegant, heritage setting.
Popular casual spot for tapas, toasts, and local wines near the old town. Good for trying regional products in a lively atmosphere.
Budget-friendly for Spain: lodging, meals, and local transport are usually cheaper than in Madrid, Barcelona, or major coastal tourist cities.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafes; taxis usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Plasencia 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 Plasencia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Plasencia trains use the Barcelona Sants to Plasencia station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Plasencia 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.
Plasencia is 1 km from Plasencia city centre. Public transport options include:
Plasencia has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Plasencia.
ATMs are available at Plasencia.
Ticket office support is available at Plasencia.
Available at Plasencia: Taxis, WC.
Available at Plasencia: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Plasencia.
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