The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Trains per day
24
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
It's difficult to get from Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita without transferring at least once.
18131+
Normal4:33 PM5h32Barcelona Sants10:05 PMSant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos$221One-way1 transfer
18127+
Normal1:33 PM5h27Barcelona Sants7:00 PMSant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos$221One-way1 transfer
18127+
Normal1:33 PM4h42Barcelona Sants6:15 PMSant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos$221One-way1 transfer
18133+
Normal6:03 PM4h57Barcelona Sants11:00 PMSant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos$221One-way1 transfer
18093+
Normal9:33 AM5h27Barcelona Sants3:00 PMSant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos$221One-way1 transfer
35968+
Normal5:50 PM4h15Barcelona Sants10:05 PMSant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos$351One-way1 transfer
18131+
Normal4:33 PM4h27Barcelona Sants9:00 PMSant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos$221One-way1 transfer
18131+
Normal4:33 PM4h32Barcelona Sants9:05 PMSant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos$221One-way1 transfer
18127+
Normal1:33 PM4h42Barcelona Sants6:15 PMSant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos$221One-way1 transfer
18093+
Normal9:33 AM4h42Barcelona Sants2:15 PMSant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos$221One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $31.
Distance: 96 miles (156 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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 Sant Carles de la Rapita:
A train is $14 (€12) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Sant Carles de la Rapita take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 26m.
The journey is about 32m faster (1h 41m by train vs 2h 13m by car) and roughly $19 (€16) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($19 (€15) vs $37 (€31)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita trains for today, Friday, July 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
18093+ Normal | 9:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 5h12 | 2:45 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18093+ Normal | 9:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 4h27 | 2:00 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18093+ Normal | 9:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 5h27 | 3:00 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18125+ Normal | 11:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 4h12 | 3:45 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18125+ Normal | 11:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 4h42 | 4:15 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18125+ Normal | 11:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 4h27 | 4:00 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18127+ Normal | 1:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 5h12 | 6:45 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18127+ Normal | 1:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 4h27 | 6:00 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18127+ Normal | 1:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 4h12 | 5:45 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18129+ Normal | 3:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 5h57 | 9:00 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18129+ Normal | 3:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 4h42 | 7:45 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18129+ Normal | 3:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 4h42 | 7:45 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18131+ Normal | 4:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 5h32 | 10:05 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18131+ Normal | 4:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 6h27 | 11:00 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18131+ Normal | 4:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 4h27 | 9:00 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
35968+ Normal | 5:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 4h15 | 10:05 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
35968+ Normal | 5:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 5h10 | 11:00 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18133+ Normal | 6:03 PM Barcelona Sants | 4h57 | 11:00 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, July 4 | |||||
18121+ Normal | 6:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 4h57 | 11:00 AM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18121+ Normal | 6:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 5h42 | 11:45 AM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18121+ Normal | 6:03 AM Barcelona Sants | 4h57 | 11:00 AM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18123+ Normal | 7:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h42 | 2:15 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18123+ Normal | 7:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 5h27 | 1:00 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
18123+ Normal | 7:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h27 | 3:00 PM Sant Carles de la Rapita, Estació d'autobusos | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita
Trains from Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 96 miles (156 km) distance in 1h 27m.
Distance 96 miles (156 km) |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 27m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 9:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Renfe, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA from Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita trainsRenfe, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe ALVIA trains will get you between Barcelona and Sant Carles de la Rapita from $15 (€12). 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 Sant Carles de la Rapita
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita 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 Sant Carles de la Rapita, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita
Most Barcelona to Sant Carles de la Rapita trains use the Barcelona Sants to L'Aldea-Amposta-Tortosa station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Sant Carles de la Rapita train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barcelona station do trains to Sant Carles de la Rapita leave from?
Getting to Barcelona Sants from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
Getting to Barcelona Passeig De Gracia from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Passeig De Gracia train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Lasarte, El Nacional
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona, Hotel Royal Passeig de Gracia, Casa Fuster Hotel.
Getting to Barcelona Estació De França from Barcelona city centre
Barcelona Estació De França is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Estació De França train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Barcelona Estació De França.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Barcelona Estació De França.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona Estació De França.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barcelona Estació De França: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barcelona Estació De França: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Estació De França.
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