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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
$16
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
55m
Average duration
1h 25m
Trains per day
13
Distance
118 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Empuriabrava to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $30.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company |
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 Empuriabrava to Barcelona:
A train is $14 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Empuriabrava to Barcelona costing on average $33 (€27).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 46m.
The table below shows live departures for Empuriabrava to Barcelona trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15870 | 4:20 PM Vilajuïga station | 2h04 | 6:24 PM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
15870 | 4:33 PM Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 6:24 PM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
34712 | On time 4:42 PM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h58 | 5:40 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
34182 | 5:04 PM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h55 | 5:59 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03192 | On time 5:35 PM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h55 | 6:30 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
34192 | 5:35 PM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h55 | 6:30 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
15876 | 5:50 PM Vilajuïga station | 2h04 | 7:54 PM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
15876 | 6:03 PM Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 7:54 PM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
09742 | On time 6:24 PM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h59 | 7:23 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
08396 | Delayed 5:10 PM 7:08 PMFigueres–Vilafant | 0h59 | 6:16 PM 6:16 PMBarcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
15882 | 7:20 PM Vilajuïga station | 2h04 | 9:24 PM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
15882 | 7:33 PM Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 9:24 PM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
34292 | 7:35 PM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h58 | 8:33 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
03302 | On time 5:28 AM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h57 | 6:25 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
15852 | 7:20 AM Vilajuïga station | 2h04 | 9:24 AM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
15852 | 7:33 AM Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 9:24 AM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
03092 | On time 7:53 AM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h57 | 8:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
34092 | 7:53 AM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h57 | 8:50 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
15854 | 8:50 AM Vilajuïga station | 2h04 | 10:54 AM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
15854 | 9:03 AM Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 10:54 AM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
34102 | 9:09 AM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h56 | 10:05 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
01101 | On time 9:09 AM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h56 | 10:05 AM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
15858 | 10:50 AM Vilajuïga station | 2h04 | 12:54 PM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
15858 | 11:03 AM Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 12:54 PM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
09730 | 11:37 AM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h59 | 12:36 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
15862 | 12:50 PM Vilajuïga station | 2h04 | 2:54 PM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
15862 | 1:03 PM Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 2:54 PM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
08336 | 1:10 PM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h58 | 2:08 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
15866 | 2:50 PM Vilajuïga station | 2h04 | 4:54 PM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
34262 | 2:55 PM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h55 | 3:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
03162 | 2:55 PM Figueres–Vilafant | 0h55 | 3:50 PM Barcelona Sants | 0 transfersDirect | |
15866 | 3:03 PM Vilamalla station | 1h51 | 4:54 PM Sant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Empuriabrava to Barcelona run on average 17 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 23:05. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 5:28 AM |
Last train 11:05 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Barcelona Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Empuriabrava 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 Empuriabrava to Barcelona trains use the Figueres Vilafant to Barcelona Sants station pair, with some services arriving at Sant Adreu Comtal. Use this guide to compare Empuriabrava and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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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Sant Adreu Comtal is 5 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Sant Adreu Comtal has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sant Adreu Comtal.
Barcelona El Clot Aragó is 3 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona El Clot Aragó has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó.
ATMs are available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó.
Available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó.
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