The cheapest and fastest trains from Reims to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$309
Average price
$309
Fastest journey
9 h 17 m
Average duration
9 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
886 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reims to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reims to Barcelona will cost around $309 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $309.
It's difficult to get from Reims to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
2726 · 971512:15 PM9h17Reims station9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$3091One-way1 transfer
2726 · 971512:15 PM9h17Reims station9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$3091One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Reims to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Reims to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $41, and a train costs an average of $114.
Distance: 550 miles (886 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$232 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $149 Average price | $359 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 23m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 29m Average total duration 15h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 2.7 - 5.3kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Reims to Barcelona:
A bus is $75 (€60) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Reims to Barcelona costing on average $149 (€119).
A bus is $158 (€127) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Reims to Barcelona costing on average $232 (€186).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 53m.
Bus takes on average 15h 59m.
The journey is about 3h 7m faster (7h 53m by train vs 11h 0m by car) and roughly $127 (€101) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($232 (€186) vs $359 (€287)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Reims to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Reims to Barcelona trains for today, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:42 AM Reims | 10h50 | 8:32 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:56 AM Reims | 9h36 | 7:32 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:56 AM Reims | 9h36 | 8:32 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reims to Barcelona
Trains from Reims to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $114 (€91) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 09:26, the last at 16:25. The fastest train covers the 550 miles (886 km) distance in 9h 17m.
Distance 550 miles (886 km) |
Average train duration 7h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $114 (€91) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 17m |
First train 9:26 AM |
Last train 4:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Reims to Barcelona trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Reims and Barcelona from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
FAQs: Trains from Reims to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reims 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 Reims to Barcelona
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Cour de la Gare.
- Le Foch
- Brasserie Excelsior
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Cecyl Reims Centre
- Best Western Premier Hotel de la Paix
- Hotel Azur
- Located in the main hall
- 80 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train services
- Hall 3: tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line A, Line B
- Bus: Several lines available
- Parking is available near the station, but details on hours and pricing are not specified.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- 150 places, covered
- The station is small and primarily serves regional routes with basic facilities.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 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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