The cheapest and fastest trains from Puigcerdà to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$141
Fastest journey
5 h 48 m
Average duration
6 h 14 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
118 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Puigcerdà to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Puigcerdà to Barcelona will cost around $141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.
It's difficult to get from Puigcerdà to Barcelona without transferring at least 2 times.
23006 · 877664+
97152:52 PM6h40Latour de Carol-Enveitg9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$1341One-way2 transfers
23000 · 877658+
97138:44 AM5h48Latour de Carol-Enveitg2:32 PMBarcelona Sants$1471One-way2 transfers
23000 · 877658+
97138:44 AM5h48Latour de Carol-Enveitg2:32 PMBarcelona Sants$1471One-way2 transfers
23006 · 877664+
97152:52 PM6h40Latour de Carol-Enveitg9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$1341One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Puigcerdà to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Puigcerdà to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $70.
Distance: 73 miles (118 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$144 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 46m Average total duration 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Puigcerdà to Barcelona:
A bus is $113 (€90) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Puigcerdà to Barcelona costing on average $144 (€115).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 16m.
Tickets start at around $144 (€115) compared to roughly $65 (€52) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-78.40 (€-62.56). The journey takes 4h 16m versus 2h 2m 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
Puigcerdà to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Puigcerdà to Barcelona trains for today, Monday, May 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
23000 · 877658+ 9713 | 8:44 AM Latour de Carol-Enveitg | 5h48 | 2:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
23006 · 877664+ 9715 | 2:52 PM Latour de Carol-Enveitg | 6h40 | 9:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Renfe?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Renfe, but also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 or Rodalies de Catalunya to find the best option for your trip from Puigcerdà to Barcelona.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Raileurope or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 or Rodalies de Catalunya to find the best option for your trip from Puigcerdà to Barcelona.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Puigcerdà to Barcelona.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Puigcerdà to Barcelona
Trains from Puigcerdà to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:27, the last at 18:31. The fastest train covers the 73 miles (118 km) distance in 5h 42m.
Distance 73 miles (118 km) |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 5h 42m |
First train 7:27 AM |
Last train 6:31 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Renfe, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 from Puigcerdà to Barcelona trainsRenfe, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 trains will get you between Puigcerdà and Barcelona from $30 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187
FAQs: Trains from Puigcerdà to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Puigcerdà 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 Puigcerdà to Barcelona
- 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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