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Museo de la Ciudad Casa de Polo
Main local museum covering Vila-real's history, archaeology, and art. Best first stop for understanding the city's origins and development.
Cheapest price on Oct 30
$32
Average ticket price on Oct 30
$60
Fastest journey on Oct 30
3 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 30
3 h 43 m
Trains on Oct 30
21
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barcelona to Vila-real is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Vila-real will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
On Fri, Oct 30, we found 21 trains from Barcelona to Vila-real, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 30 the direct trains cover the 250 km distance in an average of 3 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
On Fri, Oct 30 the slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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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Trains from Barcelona to Vila-real run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $3 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (250 km) distance in 2h 0m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Barcelona to Vila-real.
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Vila-real trains for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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18093 | On time 9:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 4h47 | 2:20 PM Vila-real station | 0 transfersDirect | |
18093 · 14022 | On time 9:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 5h44 | 3:17 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
18093 · 38022 | On time 9:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 5h44 | 3:17 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
18093 · 14304 | On time 9:33 AM Barcelona Sants | 10h36 | 8:09 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
01101+ 18093 | On time 10:15 AM Barcelona Sants | 4h05 | 2:20 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
01101+ 38022 | On time 10:15 AM Barcelona Sants | 5h02 | 3:17 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
01101+ 38093 | On time 10:15 AM Barcelona Sants | 4h05 | 2:20 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
00463+ 18093 | On time 11:05 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h15 | 2:20 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
00463+ 38022 | 11:05 AM Barcelona Sants | 4h12 | 3:17 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
00463+ 38093 | 11:05 AM Barcelona Sants | 3h15 | 2:20 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
01161+ 14304 | 4:15 PM Barcelona Sants | 3h54 | 8:09 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
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01071+ 38022 | 7:15 AM Barcelona Sants | 8h02 | 3:17 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
01071+ 18093 | 7:15 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h05 | 2:20 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
01071+ 38093 | 7:15 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h05 | 2:20 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
00697+ 38093 | 7:40 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h40 | 2:20 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
00697+ 18093 | 7:40 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h40 | 2:20 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
00697+ 38022 | 7:40 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h37 | 3:17 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
01081+ 38022 | 8:15 AM Barcelona Sants | 7h02 | 3:17 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
01081+ 18093 | 8:15 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h05 | 2:20 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
01081+ 38093 | 8:15 AM Barcelona Sants | 6h05 | 2:20 PM Vila-real station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Barcelona to Vila-real with Renfe EUROMED, Renfe, and Renfe ALVIA. High-speed trains available on this route with Renfe EUROMED, Renfe, and Renfe ALVIA. Regional trains available on this route with Renfe. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Discover the best of Vila-real — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vila-real trip today.
Main local museum covering Vila-real's history, archaeology, and art. Best first stop for understanding the city's origins and development.
Interpretation center on the medieval founder and urban birth of Vila-real. Helpful for visitors interested in the city's historical identity.
Contemporary cultural venue hosting art exhibitions and events. Worth checking for changing programs in a modern civic setting.
Main civic square framed by important buildings and local life. Ideal for orientation, photos, and experiencing the heart of Vila-real.
Landscaped public garden and riverside retreat near the hermitage. Popular for walks, shade, and a calmer side of the city.
Historic square beside key churches and civic spaces. A pleasant stop for architecture, local atmosphere, and short rests in the old center.
Rice baked with chickpeas, pork, blood sausage and potato. A festive Valencian oven dish served in nearby comarca homes and taverns.
Valencian rice cooked with rabbit, chicken, garrofó beans and local vegetables. A regional classic closely tied to inland Castelló food culture.
Rice with cuttlefish in its ink, giving a dark color and deep seafood flavor. Popular along the Castelló coast and common in local rice restaurants.
Modern restaurant with a strong local reputation for creative Mediterranean cooking and polished service in Vila-real.
Established rice and Mediterranean venue known for paella-style dishes, seafood and a comfortable family-friendly setting.
Popular casual spot for tapas, grilled dishes and Valencian favorites, with a lively local atmosphere.
More affordable than major Spanish cities; dining and local transport are modest, and accommodation is usually cheaper outside peak festival or beach periods.
Tipping is optional. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafes; taxi fares are usually rounded up.
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Estación de Vila-real -> Plaça Major, Vila-real
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Vila-real.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Vila-real 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 Vila-real, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Vila-real trains use the Barcelona Sants to Vila-Real station pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Vila-real 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.
Vila-Real has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and Hotel.
Food and drink options are available at Vila-Real.
ATMs are available at Vila-Real.
Available at Vila-Real: Parking, Taxis.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vila-Real.
Check train stations information for Barcelona and Vila-real, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.