- Must visit
Museu Picasso
Major collection focused on Pablo Picasso’s early work and deep connection to Barcelona, housed in medieval palaces in El Born.
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sils to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sils to Barcelona will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 3 trains that leave Sils for Barcelona on Thu, Jul 02, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct trains cover the 67 km distance in an average of 1 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sils to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $17.
Distance: 41 miles (67 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price | $16 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 36m Average total duration 1h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m 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 Sils to Barcelona:
A train is $8 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sils to Barcelona costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 6m.
The journey is about 7m faster (54m by train vs 1h 1m by car) and roughly $8 (€7) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($9 (€7) vs $16 (€14)). 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.
Direct services run with Renfe MD, Rodalies de Catalunya, Renfe Viajeros.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Sils to Barcelona trains for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15872 | Delayed 9:40 AM 7:01 PMSils station | 0h53 | 10:33 AM 10:33 AMSant Adreu Comtal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
![]() | 8:29 PM Sils | 1h05 | 9:34 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 PM Sils | 0h59 | 10:14 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 PM Sils | 0h59 | 10:34 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Sils to Barcelona run on average 42 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 42 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 21:55. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (67 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 41 miles (67 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 42 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 5:30 AM |
Last train 9:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 56 days |
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Major collection focused on Pablo Picasso’s early work and deep connection to Barcelona, housed in medieval palaces in El Born.
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Barcelona’s most famous promenade, lively and historic, linking Plaça de Catalunya to the waterfront with constant street activity.
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Elegant boulevard lined with landmark modernist buildings, luxury shops, and some of the city’s best-known architecture.
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Roasted aubergine, red peppers, and onions dressed with olive oil. A traditional Catalan vegetable dish with a smoky flavor.
A Catalan salad of shredded salt cod, tomato, onion, and olives. It is especially associated with Barcelona and coastal cuisine.
Internationally acclaimed fine dining restaurant offering creative contemporary cuisine and a polished tasting-menu experience.
Popular upscale tapas bar known for excellent seafood, Iberian specialties, and a vibrant central dining room.
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Barcelona Sants, Barcelona -> Plaça de Catalunya, Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sils 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.

Most Sils to Barcelona trains use the Macanet-Massanes to Barcelona Sants station pair, with some services arriving at Barcelona El Clot Aragó. Use this guide to compare Sils and Barcelona train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Sils has practical services for this route, including Dining and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Sils.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sils.
Barcelona Sants is 1 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona Sants has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: 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
Hotspots in and near restaurants. ATMs are in the central part of the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00. Information desks are located in various locations inside the station.
Luggage storage is staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Sants: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Sants: All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
Nearby hotels include Apartments Eixample, Apartment Guell, Sweet Inn Callao.
Barcelona El Clot Aragó is 3 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Barcelona El Clot Aragó has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó.
ATMs are available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó.
Available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona El Clot Aragó.
Barcelona Passeig De Gracia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Lasarte, El Nacional
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Barcelona Passeig De Gracia: Elevators.
Nearby hotels include Majestic Hotel & Spa Barcelona, Hotel Royal Passeig de Gracia, Casa Fuster Hotel.
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