The cheapest and fastest trains from Barcelona to Valls
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
2 h 16 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Valls is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Valls will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 4 trains that leave Barcelona for Valls on Fri, Jul 03, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest trains will take 3 h 16 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.
150453:44 PM3h16Barcelona Sants7:00 PMValls (Tarragona)$111One-way0 transfers
150416:14 AM2h33Barcelona Sants8:47 AMValls (Tarragona)$111One-way0 transfers
150431:44 PM2h46Barcelona Sants4:30 PMValls (Tarragona)$111One-way0 transfers
150477:44 PM2h16Barcelona Sants10:00 PMValls (Tarragona)$111One-way0 transfers
150477:44 PM2h16Barcelona Sants10:00 PMValls (Tarragona)$111One-way0 transfers
150416:14 AM2h33Barcelona Sants8:47 AMValls (Tarragona)$111One-way0 transfers
150431:44 PM2h46Barcelona Sants4:30 PMValls (Tarragona)$111One-way0 transfers
150453:44 PM3h16Barcelona Sants7:00 PMValls (Tarragona)$111One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Barcelona to Valls
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Valls among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $13.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 46m Average total duration 1h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Valls:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Valls costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Valls take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 16m.
The journey is about 18m faster (59m by train vs 1h 17m by car) and roughly $13 (€10) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($8 (€7) vs $21 (€17)). 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 iryo, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Barcelona to Valls train times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Valls trains for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15043 | 1:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 2h46 | 4:30 PM Valls (Tarragona) | 0 transfersDirect | |
15045 | 3:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h16 | 7:00 PM Valls (Tarragona) | 0 transfersDirect | |
15047 | 7:44 PM Barcelona Sants | 2h16 | 10:00 PM Valls (Tarragona) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 3 | |||||
15041 | 6:14 AM Barcelona Sants | 2h33 | 8:47 AM Valls (Tarragona) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barcelona to Valls
Trains from Barcelona to Valls run on average 3 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 21:46. The fastest train covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 1h 24m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 24m |
First train 6:27 AM |
Last train 9:46 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: iryo, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros from Barcelona to Valls trainsiryo, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Barcelona and Valls from $6 (€5). 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 Valls
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Valls 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 Valls, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Barcelona to Valls
Most Barcelona to Valls trains use the Barcelona Sants to Camp de Tarragona station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Valls train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Barcelona station do trains to Valls 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.
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