The cheapest and fastest trains from Caen to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$136
Average price
$202
Fastest journey
9 h 29 m
Average duration
10 h 50 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
889 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Caen to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Caen to Barcelona will cost around $202 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $136.
Of the 5 trains that leave Caen for Barcelona on Sun, Mar 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct trains cover the 889 km distance in an average of 10 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 29 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest trains will take 12 h 31 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Caen to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Caen to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $178.
Distance: 552 miles (889 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$204 Average price | $95 Average price Cheapest | $373 Average price |
9h 35m Average total duration Fastest 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 22m Average total duration 17h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 51m Average total duration 23h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Caen to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Caen to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:58 AM Caen | 12h31 | 8:29 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:09 AM Caen | 11h20 | 8:29 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:14 AM Caen | 11h18 | 8:32 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:02 AM Caen | 9h30 | 8:32 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:03 AM Caen | 9h29 | 8:32 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Caen to Barcelona
Trains from Caen to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€78) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:58, the last at 16:25. The fastest train covers the 552 miles (889 km) distance in 9h 29m.
Distance 552 miles (889 km) |
Average train duration 9h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€78) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 29m |
First train 08:58 |
Last train 16:25 |
Cheapest month Mar |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Busiest day Sat |
Least busy day Sat |
Best day to book ahead 35 days |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, TER BreizhGo from Caen to Barcelona trainsTGV INOUI, TER BreizhGo trains will get you between Caen and Barcelona from $39 (€32). 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 Caen to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Caen 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 Caen to Barcelona
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue de la Gare.
- Le Bistrot de la Gare
- La Ficelle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Bristol
- Ibis Styles Caen Centre Gare
- Hotel de la Paix
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to regional and national destinations
- Bus: Lines 12, 12 Express, 30, 31
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
- 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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