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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
$89
Average price
$101
Fastest journey
11h 25m
Average duration
14h 9m
Buses per day
10
Distance
500 km
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Oviedo to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $70, and a flight costs an average of $37.
Distance: 430 miles (693 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$147 Average price | $183 Average price | $90 Average price Cheapest | $169 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 15m Average total duration 12h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Oviedo to Barcelona:
A bus is $56 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oviedo to Barcelona costing on average $147 (€121).
A bus is $93 (€77) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oviedo to Barcelona costing on average $183 (€151).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 39m.
Bus takes on average 12h 45m.
The journey is about 1h 30m faster (6h 39m by train vs 8h 9m by car) and roughly $22 (€18) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($147 (€121) vs $169 (€139)). 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.
Direct services run with AVE, Renfe AVLO.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Oviedo to Barcelona trains for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:29 AM Oviedo | 11h50 | 6:19 PM Barcelona | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:23 AM Oviedo | 9h37 | 7:00 PM Barcelona | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:40 AM Oviedo | 9h17 | 8:57 PM Barcelona | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:40 AM Oviedo | 10h00 | 9:40 PM Barcelona | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:57 PM Oviedo | 17h42 | 9:39 AM Barcelona | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:56 PM Oviedo | 17h24 | 12:20 PM Barcelona | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
04060+ 06121 | 6:29 AM North station of Oviedo | 9h10 | 3:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
04060+ 06111 | 6:29 AM North station of Oviedo | 8h10 | 2:39 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
04060+ 06021 | 6:29 AM North station of Oviedo | 11h44 | 6:13 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Oviedo to Barcelona run on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $120 (€99) but you can travel from only $37 (€31) by flight.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 15:57. The fastest train covers the 430 miles (693 km) distance in 9h 17m.
Distance 430 miles (693 km) |
Average train duration 6h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $120 (€99) |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 9h 17m |
First train 5:45 AM |
Last train 3:57 PM |
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Barcelona Sants -> Plaça de Catalunya
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oviedo 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 Oviedo to Barcelona trains use the Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes to Barcelona Sants station pair. Use this guide to compare Oviedo 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.
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
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