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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$241
Average price
$253
Fastest journey
12 h 2 m
Average duration
12 h 7 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
809 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Barcelona will cost around $253 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $241.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Barcelona without transferring at least 3 times.
96104+
6702+117769+
097427:08 AM12h15Basel SBB7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2411One-way3 transfers- 96104+6702+21901+097427:08 AM12h15Basel SBB7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2411One-way3 transfers
- 96104+6702+
4200+097427:08 AM12h15Basel SBB7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2481One-way3 transfers - 96210+12181+117769+097427:21 AM12h02Basel SBB7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2611One-way3 transfers
- 96210+12181+21901+097427:21 AM12h02Basel SBB7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2611One-way3 transfers
- 96210+12181+117769+097427:21 AM12h02Basel SBB7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2611One-way3 transfers
- 96210+12181+4200+097427:21 AM12h02Basel SBB7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2671One-way3 transfers
- 96210+12181+21901+097427:21 AM12h02Basel SBB7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2611One-way3 transfers
- 96104+6702+117769+097427:08 AM12h15Basel SBB7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2411One-way3 transfers
- 96104+6702+4200+097427:08 AM12h15Basel SBB7:23 PMBarcelona Sants$2481One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Basel to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Basel to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a train costs an average of $261.
Distance: 502 miles (809 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$281 Average price | $224 Average price | $98 Average price Cheapest | $392 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 42m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 14m Average total duration 19h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Basel to Barcelona:
A bus is $126 (€102) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Basel to Barcelona costing on average $224 (€181).
A bus is $183 (€148) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Barcelona costing on average $281 (€227).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 12m.
Bus takes on average 19h 44m.
The journey is about 1h 18m faster (8h 12m by train vs 9h 30m by car) and roughly $111 (€90) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($281 (€227) vs $392 (€317)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Basel to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6702+117769 · 96104+09742 | 7:08 AM Basel SBB | 12h15 | 7:23 PM Barcelona Sants | 3 transfers | |
| 6702+96104 · 21901+09742 | 7:08 AM Basel SBB | 12h15 | 7:23 PM Barcelona Sants | 3 transfers | |
| 6702+96104+09742+4200 | 7:08 AM Basel SBB | 12h15 | 7:23 PM Barcelona Sants | 3 transfers | |
| 12181+21901 · 96210+09742 | 7:21 AM Basel SBB | 12h02 | 7:23 PM Barcelona Sants | 3 transfers | |
| 12181+117769+09742+96210 | 7:21 AM Basel SBB | 12h02 | 7:23 PM Barcelona Sants | 3 transfers | |
| 12181+96210+4200+09742 | 7:21 AM Basel SBB | 12h02 | 7:23 PM Barcelona Sants | 3 transfers | |
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Why book with Omio vs AVE?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for AVE, but also compare tickets for the likes of Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) to find the best option for your trip from Basel to Barcelona.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Barcelona
Switzerland
Spain
Trains from Basel to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $261 (€211) but you can travel from only $57 (€46) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 21:45. The fastest train covers the 502 miles (809 km) distance in 20h 2m.
Distance 502 miles (809 km) |
Average train duration 8h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $261 (€211) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 20h 2m |
First train 5:21 AM |
Last train 9:45 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: AVE, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Basel to Barcelona trainsAVE, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Basel and Barcelona from $57 (€46). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
AVE
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Basel to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Basel to Barcelona
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week. Access via Schwarzwaldallee.
- Restaurant Les Gareçons
- Restaurant Bahn Kantine
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alexander
- Hotel Wettstein
- Hotel Balade
- Located in the main hall
- 330 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for trains to Germany
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for regional trains within Switzerland
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- 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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