- Must visit
Museu Picasso
Major collection of Pablo Picasso’s early works, housed in medieval palaces in El Born. One of Barcelona’s most visited art museums.
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$96
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Limoux to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Limoux to Barcelona will cost around $96 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
Of the 2 trains that leave Limoux for Barcelona on Sat, Jul 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 11 the direct trains cover the 185 km distance in an average of 6 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Sat, Jul 11 the slowest trains will take 6 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Limoux to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $170.
Distance: 114 miles (185 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$102 Average price | $28 Average price Cheapest | $449 Average price | $54 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 11m Average total duration 18h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Limoux to Barcelona:
A bus is $74 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Limoux to Barcelona costing on average $102 (€84).
A bus is $422 (€346) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Limoux to Barcelona costing on average $449 (€369).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 5m.
Flight takes on average 18h 11m.
Tickets start at around $102 (€84) compared to roughly $54 (€44) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-47.70 (€-39.18). The journey takes 5h 5m versus 3h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Limoux to Barcelona trains for today, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:41 PM Limoux | 4h51 | 8:32 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Limoux to Barcelona run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€55) but you can travel from only $20 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 08:00, the last at 16:46. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (185 km) distance in 4h 51m.
Distance 114 miles (185 km) |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€55) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 4h 51m |
First train 8:00 AM |
Last train 4:46 PM |
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Major collection of Pablo Picasso’s early works, housed in medieval palaces in El Born. One of Barcelona’s most visited art museums.
Catalonia’s premier art museum, especially strong in Romanesque frescoes, Gothic art, and modern Catalan works, set in the Palau Nacional.
Hilltop museum dedicated to Joan Miró, with paintings, sculptures, and rotating contemporary art exhibitions in a notable modern building.
Barcelona’s most famous promenade, linking Plaça de Catalunya to the waterfront, lined with historic buildings, performers, and constant activity.
Historic Gothic Quarter of narrow lanes, small squares, medieval architecture, and many of the city’s oldest landmarks.
Hilltop viewpoint with sweeping panoramic views over Barcelona, especially popular at sunset and widely shared on social media.
Rustic bread rubbed with ripe tomato, olive oil, and salt. A Catalan staple served with many meals and one of Barcelona’s most iconic bites.
A traditional Catalan salad of shredded salt cod, tomato, onion, olives, and olive oil. It is especially typical in Barcelona and along the coast.
Potato balls stuffed with meat, fried, and topped with spicy sauce and aioli. They originated in La Barceloneta and are closely tied to the city.
An internationally acclaimed fine-dining restaurant offering highly creative modern cuisine and a refined tasting-menu experience in Barcelona.
A very popular tapas restaurant with a broad menu, reliable quality, and bustling atmosphere. Good for sampling many local favorites in one meal.
One of Barcelona’s oldest restaurants, known for classic Catalan cooking in a historic dining room. A strong choice for traditional dishes and old-city atmosphere.
Moderate for Western Europe. Food and transit are reasonable, but central hotels and tourist areas cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave 5-10% for good table service. Small change is fine in cafés; taxi tips are optional.
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Barcelona Sants, Barcelona -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Limoux 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 Limoux to Barcelona trains use the Limoux to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Limoux and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Limoux has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Limoux.
ATMs are available at Limoux.
Available at Limoux: Parking, WC.
Available at Limoux: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Limoux.
Limoux Flassian is 1 km from Limoux city centre. Public transport options include:
Limoux Flassian has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Limoux Flassian.
ATMs are available at Limoux Flassian.
Available at Limoux Flassian: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Limoux Flassian.
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.
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
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