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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Portbou to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$154
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Portbou to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Portbou to Barcelona will cost around $154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
It's difficult to get from Portbou to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
86978+
97155:33 PM3h59Banyuls-sur-Mer station9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$1111One-way1 transfer- 86978+97155:27 PM4h05Cervera de la Marenda9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$1131One-way1 transfer
- 86966+971311:34 AM2h58Banyuls-sur-Mer station2:32 PMBarcelona Sants$1681One-way1 transfer
- 86966+971311:27 AM3h05Cervera de la Marenda2:32 PMBarcelona Sants$1701One-way1 transfer
- 876254+97119:45 AM3h46Banyuls-sur-Mer station1:31 PMBarcelona Sants$1801One-way1 transfer
- 86966+971311:34 AM2h58Banyuls-sur-Mer station2:32 PMBarcelona Sants$1681One-way1 transfer
- 86966+971311:27 AM3h05Cervera de la Marenda2:32 PMBarcelona Sants$1701One-way1 transfer
- 876254+97119:45 AM3h46Banyuls-sur-Mer station1:31 PMBarcelona Sants$1801One-way1 transfer
- 876254+97119:39 AM3h52Cervera de la Marenda1:31 PMBarcelona Sants$1821One-way1 transfer
- 86978+97155:33 PM3h59Banyuls-sur-Mer station9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$1111One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Portbou to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Portbou to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 3m. 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 bus costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $41.
Distance: 88 miles (142 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$87 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Portbou to Barcelona:
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Portbou to Barcelona costing on average $87 (€70).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 24m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (2h 3m by train vs 2h 8m by car). Tickets start at around $87 (€70) compared to roughly $36 (€29) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Renfe Viajeros.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Portbou to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Portbou to Barcelona trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86964+9713 | On time 10:26 AM Cervera de la Marenda | 4h06 | 2:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| 86964+9713 | On time 10:32 AM Banyuls-sur-Mer station | 4h00 | 2:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| 86996+9715 | 6:27 PM Cervera de la Marenda | 3h05 | 9:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
| 86996+9715 | 6:33 PM Banyuls-sur-Mer station | 2h59 | 9:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Portbou to Barcelona
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Trains from Portbou to Barcelona run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:45, the last at 18:33. The fastest train covers the 88 miles (142 km) distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 88 miles (142 km) |
Average train duration 2h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 6:45 AM |
Last train 6:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros from Portbou to Barcelona trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Renfe Viajeros trains will get you between Portbou and Barcelona from $35 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Portbou to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portbou 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Portbou to Barcelona
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Comodoro
- Hotel La Masia
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to France and regional destinations within Spain
- Train: Regional and international trains
- Bus: Local bus services available
WifiLockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- 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
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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