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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$456
Average price
$456
Fastest journey
1 d 18 h 29 m
Average duration
1 d 18 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1354 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Barcelona will cost around $456 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $456.
It's difficult to get from Prague to Barcelona without transferring at least 5 times.
6:07 PM42h29Prague12:36 PMBarcelona$4561One-way5 transfers
- 6:07 PM42h29Prague12:36 PMBarcelona$4561One-way5 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Prague to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Prague to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $73. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $73, and a train costs an average of $456.
Distance: 841 miles (1354 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$477 Average price | $196 Average price | $127 Average price Cheapest | $464 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
45h 35m Average total duration 45h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 28m Average total duration 26h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 4.1 - 8.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Prague to Barcelona:
A bus is $68 (€55) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Barcelona costing on average $196 (€158).
A bus is $349 (€282) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Barcelona costing on average $477 (€385).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 26h 58m.
Train takes on average 45h 5m.
Tickets start at around $477 (€385) compared to roughly $464 (€375) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-12.14 (€-9.80). The journey takes 45h 5m versus 17h 18m 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.
Live departures
Prague to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Barcelona trains for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:57 PM Prague | 49h26 | 7:23 PM Barcelona | 5 transfers | |
| 6:07 PM Prague | 42h29 | 12:36 PM Barcelona | 5 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Prague to Barcelona
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Trains from Prague to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 45h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $456 (€368) but you can travel from only $56 (€46) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 03:30. The fastest train covers the 841 miles (1354 km) distance in 42h 29m.
Distance 841 miles (1354 km) |
Average train duration 45h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $456 (€368) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 42h 29m |
First train 1:45 AM |
Last train 3:30 AM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Prague to Barcelona trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Prague and Barcelona from $56 (€46). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
FAQs: Trains from Prague to Barcelona
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