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Cheap train tickets from Basel to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for Sep 18

Cheapest

$226

Average

$258

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.

05:29AM9h02

Basel

02:31PMBarcelona

$2261One-way

0 transfers

08:29AM10h58

Basel

07:27PMBarcelona

$2901One-way

0 transfers

Basel to Barcelona train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 18

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
SNCF \| TGV INOUI	05:29AM Basel	9h02	02:31PM Barcelona	0 transfersDirect
SNCF \| TGV INOUI	08:29AM Basel	10h58	07:27PM Barcelona	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Basel to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for Sep 18

Fastest Journey

9 h 2 m

Average

10 h

Trains per day

Distance

809 km

Of the 2 trains that leave Basel for Barcelona every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

05:29AM9h02

Basel

02:31PMBarcelona

$2261One-way

0 transfers

08:29AM10h58

Basel

07:27PMBarcelona

$2901One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Basel to Barcelona

Distance	501 miles (808 km)
Average train duration	9 h 2 min
Average train ticket price	$336 (€284)
Direct train	No

Trains from Basel to Barcelona cover the 501 miles (808 km) long trip and usually take around 9 h 2 min. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this trip for as low as $226 (€190), but the average price of train tickets is $336 (€284).

Train companies: Renfe AVE INT, Renfe-SNCF and AVE from Basel to Barcelona trains

Travel from Basel to Barcelona on Renfe AVE INT, Renfe-SNCF and AVE trains with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

Renfe-SNCF is a joint venture between Spain's Renfe and France's SNCF, offering high-speed rail services between the two countries. The trains run at speeds of up to 300 km/h, with departures every two hours. Renfe-SNCF offers three types of trains: the AVE, the TGV and the EuroMed. The AVE is the fastest, with a journey time of just over three hours between Madrid and Paris. The TGV is slightly slower, but still offers a comfortable journey. The EuroMed is the slowest, but is the most affordable option. Renfe-SNCF offers a range of ticket types, including single, return and group tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, power sockets and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe-SNCF are Madrid to Paris, Barcelona to Marseille and Madrid to Lyon.

Enjoy a quick and easy journey on a train to Barcelona from Basel with AVE, the high-speed train from Renfe, the main Spanish railroad company and official travel partner of Omio. Search all AVE train schedules and tickets on Omio to find the best deals for a train from Basel to Barcelona covering the 501 miles (808 km) distance. Look out for ticket options like Promo, Promo +, and Flexible to find the most convenient Basel to Barcelona train ride for you. Renfe AVE even offers discount cards for regular customers, such as the Renfe Gold Card and the + Renfe Youth 50 Card, which can be used when buying AVE tickets on Omio.

Renfe covers around 9,300 miles (15, 000 km) between national and international routes, among which are its AVE routes that connect the main cities of Spain. AVE trains are well-known among travelers for providing ultimate comfort, flexibility and convenience. Their trains are the most popular of Renfe’s fleet due to their high speeds reaching up to 192 mph (310 kmh) on select routes. They are also popular with travelers due to their premium services onboard, such as a restaurant, bathrooms, WiFi access, and entertainment.

FAQs: Trains from Basel to Barcelona

FAQs: Travel by train from Basel to Barcelona easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Basel to Barcelona.

Cheap train tickets from Basel to Barcelona can start from as little as $226 (€190) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Basel to Barcelona is $336 (€284); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The train time between Basel and Barcelona is on average 9 h 2 min for the 501 mile (808 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Basel and Barcelona by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Basel to Barcelona leaves at 5: 29 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Basel to Barcelona leaves at 8: 29 AM.

The cheapest month for a train from Basel to Barcelona is July.

You have options as you can travel to Barcelona from Basel 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.