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Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya (MNAC)
Catalonia’s premier fine arts museum, set in the Palau Nacional, with outstanding Romanesque murals, Gothic works, and modern art plus panoramic city views.
Cheapest price
$255
Average price
$306
Fastest journey
14 h 36 m
Average duration
14 h 48 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
830 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris Gare d'Austerlitz to Barcelona Sants is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris Gare d'Austerlitz to Barcelona Sants will cost around $306 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $255.
It's difficult to get from Paris Gare d'Austerlitz to Barcelona Sants without transferring at least once.
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09730Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Paris Gare d'Austerlitz to Barcelona Sants among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $133.
Distance: 515 miles (830 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$157 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price | $286 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 36m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 49m Average total duration 12h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Paris Gare d'Austerlitz to Barcelona Sants:
A bus is $70 (€58) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris Gare d'Austerlitz to Barcelona Sants costing on average $121 (€99).
A bus is $107 (€87) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris Gare d'Austerlitz to Barcelona Sants costing on average $157 (€129).
Other travel options to Barcelona Sants take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 6m.
Bus takes on average 12h 19m.
The journey is about 1h 23m faster (8h 6m by train vs 9h 29m by car) and roughly $129 (€105) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($157 (€129) vs $286 (€234)). 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 SNCF | TGV INOUI.
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 Paris Gare d'Austerlitz to Barcelona Sants trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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5737+ 09730 | On time 9:25 PM Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 15h11 | 12:36 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
3751+ 86971+ 09730 | On time 10:00 PM Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 14h36 | 12:36 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
3751+ 09730+ 86971 | 10:00 PM Paris Gare d'Austerlitz | 14h36 | 12:36 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Paris Gare d'Austerlitz to Barcelona Sants run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $133 (€109) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:42, the last at 13:42. The fastest train covers the 515 miles (830 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 515 miles (830 km) |
Average train duration 8h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $133 (€109) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 50m |
First train 1:42 PM |
Last train 1:42 PM |
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Catalonia’s premier fine arts museum, set in the Palau Nacional, with outstanding Romanesque murals, Gothic works, and modern art plus panoramic city views.
One of Barcelona’s most visited museums, known for its strong early Picasso collection housed in medieval palaces in La Ribera.
Major museum dedicated to Joan Miró, featuring paintings, sculptures, and temporary exhibitions in a landmark Montjuïc building.
Barcelona’s most famous promenade, lively and crowded, linking Plaça de Catalunya with the waterfront and lined with major sights.
Elegant boulevard known for luxury shops and landmark modernist architecture, including Casa Batlló and La Pedrera.
Historic Gothic Quarter filled with medieval lanes, hidden squares, Roman traces, and some of the city’s most atmospheric walks.
Toasted bread rubbed with ripe tomato, olive oil, and salt. A classic Catalan staple served with many meals.
Roasted eggplant, peppers, and onion dressed with olive oil. A traditional Catalan vegetable dish with smoky flavor.
Flame-grilled spring onions dipped in romesco sauce. A beloved seasonal Catalan specialty, especially in winter.
Formerly one of Barcelona’s most famous creative tapas restaurants, known for playful dishes and a lively atmosphere.
Well-known traditional restaurant and tapas bar serving cured meats, classic Catalan dishes, and vermouth in a historic setting.
Long-established Catalan restaurant popular for roast chicken, grilled meats, and classic local home-style cooking.
Moderate for Western Europe. Budget eats are affordable, but hotels and central dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Locals often round up or leave EUR 1-2 in cafes, 5-10% in restaurants for great service, and round up taxis.
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