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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rouen to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$104
Average price
$164
Fastest journey
9 h 16 m
Average duration
9 h 17 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
899 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rouen to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rouen to Barcelona will cost around $164 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $104.
Of the 3 trains that leave Rouen for Barcelona on Thu, May 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 899 km distance in an average of 9 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 16 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 9 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11:13 AM9h16Rouen8:29 PMBarcelona$1041One-way0 transfers- 11:16 AM9h16Rouen8:32 PMBarcelona$1731One-way0 transfers
- 11:12 AM9h20Rouen8:32 PMBarcelona$2141One-way0 transfers
- 11:13 AM9h16Rouen8:29 PMBarcelona$1041One-way0 transfers
- 11:16 AM9h16Rouen8:32 PMBarcelona$1731One-way0 transfers
- 11:12 AM9h20Rouen8:32 PMBarcelona$2141One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Rouen to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rouen to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. 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 $34, and a train costs an average of $76.
Distance: 558 miles (899 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$185 Average price | $67 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price | $319 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 19m Average total duration 15h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | 2.7 - 5.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
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 Rouen to Barcelona:
A bus is $32 (€26) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rouen to Barcelona costing on average $99 (€79).
A bus is $118 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rouen to Barcelona costing on average $185 (€147).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 14m.
Bus takes on average 15h 49m.
The journey is about 3h 10m faster (8h 14m by train vs 11h 24m by car) and roughly $134 (€107) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($185 (€147) vs $319 (€254)). 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
Rouen to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Rouen to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:12 AM Rouen | 9h20 | 8:32 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:13 AM Rouen | 9h16 | 8:29 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:16 AM Rouen | 9h16 | 8:32 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rouen to Barcelona
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Spain
Trains from Rouen to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€61) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 16:25. The fastest train covers the 558 miles (899 km) distance in 9h 16m.
Distance 558 miles (899 km) |
Average train duration 8h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€61) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 16m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 4:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI from Rouen to Barcelona trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI trains will get you between Rouen and Barcelona from $31 (€25). 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 Rouen to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rouen 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 Rouen to Barcelona
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 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. Access via Rue Verte.
- Restaurant Gill
- La Couronne
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Ibis Rouen Centre Rive Droite Pasteur
- Mercure Rouen Centre Cathedrale Hotel
- Hotel de Bourgtheroulde
- Located in the main hall
- 200 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Paris, Le Havre, and other regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar 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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