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Museu Picasso
One of the world’s leading Picasso collections, especially strong on his formative years in Barcelona and early artistic development.
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Trains per day
51
Distance
582 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ciudad Real to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ciudad Real to Barcelona will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
Of the 51 trains that leave Ciudad Real for Barcelona on Mon, Aug 03, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 582 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 4 h 38 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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06081Trains from Ciudad Real to Barcelona run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 361 miles (582 km) distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 361 miles (582 km) |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 5:40 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Ciudad Real to Barcelona trains for today, Sunday, August 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
08101+ 06121 | Delayed 8:21 AM 10:21 AMCiudad Real station | 5h18 | 3:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08101+ 06161 | Delayed 8:21 AM 10:21 AMCiudad Real station | 9h18 | 5:39 PM 5:39 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08101+ 06021 | Delayed 8:21 AM 10:21 AMCiudad Real station | 7h52 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
03993 | Delayed 8:37 AM 10:29 AMCiudad Real station | 4h25 | 12:59 PM 12:59 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03943 | Delayed 8:40 AM 10:29 AMCiudad Real station | 4h25 | 1:05 PM 1:05 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
02093+ 06161 | Delayed 9:38 AM 11:31 AMCiudad Real station | 8h08 | 5:39 PM 5:39 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02093+ 06021 | Delayed 9:38 AM 11:31 AMCiudad Real station | 6h42 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02093+ 06171 | Delayed 9:38 AM 11:31 AMCiudad Real station | 9h11 | 6:42 PM 6:42 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08111+ 06171 | Delayed 10:21 AM 12:21 PMCiudad Real station | 8h21 | 6:42 PM 6:42 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08111+ 06021 | Delayed 10:21 AM 12:21 PMCiudad Real station | 5h52 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08111+ 06161 | Delayed 10:21 AM 12:21 PMCiudad Real station | 7h18 | 5:39 PM 5:39 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02109+ 06021 | On time 12:44 PM Ciudad Real station | 5h29 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02109+ 06161 | Delayed 12:44 PM Ciudad Real station | 6h55 | 5:39 PM 5:39 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02109+ 06171 | Delayed 12:44 PM Ciudad Real station | 7h58 | 6:42 PM 6:42 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02137+ 06161 | Delayed 3:02 PM Ciudad Real station | 4h37 | 5:39 PM 5:39 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02137+ 06171 | Delayed 3:02 PM Ciudad Real station | 5h40 | 6:42 PM 6:42 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02137+ 06015 | Delayed 3:02 PM Ciudad Real station | 7h48 | 8:50 PM 8:50 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02149+ 06181 | Delayed 4:31 PM Ciudad Real station | 5h13 | 7:44 PM 7:44 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02149+ 06201 | Delayed 4:31 PM Ciudad Real station | 7h08 | 9:39 PM 9:39 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02149+ 06015 | Delayed 4:31 PM Ciudad Real station | 6h19 | 8:50 PM 8:50 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02135+ 06181 | Delayed 4:59 PM Ciudad Real station | 4h45 | 7:44 PM 7:44 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02135+ 06015 | Delayed 4:59 PM Ciudad Real station | 5h51 | 8:50 PM 8:50 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02135+ 06201 | Delayed 4:59 PM Ciudad Real station | 6h40 | 9:39 PM 9:39 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08171+ 06201 | Delayed 5:46 PM Ciudad Real station | 5h53 | 9:39 PM 9:39 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08171+ 06015 | Delayed 5:46 PM Ciudad Real station | 5h04 | 8:50 PM 8:50 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
03931 | 6:17 PM Ciudad Real station | 4h43 | 11:00 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
08181+ 06201 | Delayed 4:26 PM 6:26 PMCiudad Real station | 5h13 | 9:39 PM 9:39 PMBarcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, August 3 | |||||
08261+ 06081 | 6:46 AM Ciudad Real station | 4h38 | 11:24 AM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08261+ 06281 | 6:46 AM Ciudad Real station | 5h06 | 11:52 AM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08261+ 06011 | 6:46 AM Ciudad Real station | 6h35 | 1:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08071+ 06281 | 7:16 AM Ciudad Real station | 4h36 | 11:52 AM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08071+ 06111 | 7:16 AM Ciudad Real station | 7h23 | 2:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08071+ 06011 | 7:16 AM Ciudad Real station | 6h05 | 1:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08271+ 06121 | 7:37 AM Ciudad Real station | 8h02 | 3:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08271+ 06111 | 7:37 AM Ciudad Real station | 7h02 | 2:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08271+ 06011 | 7:37 AM Ciudad Real station | 5h44 | 1:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02061+ 06111 | 7:45 AM Ciudad Real station | 6h54 | 2:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02061+ 06011 | 7:45 AM Ciudad Real station | 5h36 | 1:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02061+ 06121 | 7:45 AM Ciudad Real station | 7h54 | 3:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02063+ 06011 | 7:55 AM Ciudad Real station | 5h26 | 1:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02063+ 06111 | 7:55 AM Ciudad Real station | 6h44 | 2:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08081+ 06011 | 8:22 AM Ciudad Real station | 4h59 | 1:21 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08081+ 06111 | 8:22 AM Ciudad Real station | 6h17 | 2:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
08081+ 06121 | 8:22 AM Ciudad Real station | 7h17 | 3:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02071+ 06021 | 9:00 AM Ciudad Real station | 9h13 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02071+ 06111 | 9:00 AM Ciudad Real station | 5h39 | 2:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
02071+ 06121 | 9:00 AM Ciudad Real station | 6h39 | 3:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
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Barcelona Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ciudad Real 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.

Most Ciudad Real to Barcelona trains use the Ciudad Real to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Ciudad Real and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ciudad Real is 1 km from Ciudad Real city centre. Public transport options include:
Ciudad Real has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Information Desk.
Ticket office support is available at Ciudad Real. Information desks are available at Ciudad Real.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ciudad Real: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ciudad Real.
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.
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