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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Calais to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$209
Average price
$209
Fastest journey
10 h 54 m
Average duration
10 h 54 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1064 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Calais to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Calais to Barcelona will cost around $209 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $209.
It's difficult to get from Calais to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
9715+
K16 (16352)10:38 AM10h54Calais Ville9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$2091One-way1 transfer
- 9715+K16 (16352)10:38 AM10h54Calais Ville9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$2091One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Calais to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Calais to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $124. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $124, and a train costs an average of $164.
Distance: 661 miles (1064 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$231 Average price | $147 Average price Cheapest | $382 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 6m Average total duration Fastest 6h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 19m Average total duration 15h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Calais to Barcelona:
A bus is $84 (€68) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Calais to Barcelona costing on average $231 (€186).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 49m.
The journey is about 6h 34m faster (6h 36m by train vs 13h 10m by car) and roughly $151 (€121) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($231 (€186) vs $382 (€308)). 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
Calais to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Calais to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9715+K16 (16352) | 10:38 AM Calais Ville | 10h54 | 9:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
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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 SNCF | TGV INOUI or Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to find the best option for your trip from Calais to Barcelona.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Calais to Barcelona
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Trains from Calais to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $164 (€132) but you can travel from only $124 (€100) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 661 miles (1064 km) distance in 10h 17m.
Distance 661 miles (1064 km) |
Average train duration 6h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $164 (€132) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 17m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 9:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: AVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Calais to Barcelona trainsAVE, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Calais and Barcelona from $124 (€100). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
AVE
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Calais to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Calais 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 Calais 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, with access from the main road leading to the station.
- Le Channel
- Restaurant du Golf
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Holiday Inn Calais
- Hotel Meurice
- Hotel de la Plage
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Eurostar check-in
- Hall 2: TGV and TER platforms
- Hall 3: parking and car rental services
- Bus: Line 1 from Calais city center
- Shuttle services available from Calais ferry terminal
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available at the station with 24/7 access.
- Le Channel
- Au Cote d'Argent
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Meurice
- Holiday Inn Calais
- Hotel de la Plage
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Balad'in free bus service connects to various parts of the city.
DiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelBike ParkingBike RentalWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike 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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