How to travel from Barcelona to Ciudad Real

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Compare train and bus for Barcelona to Ciudad Real

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Ciudad Real among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from zł171. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of zł171, and a bus costs an average of zł409.

Distance: 361 miles (582 km)

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zł341

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zł413

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zł536

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4h 45m

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4h 15m

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8h 2m

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7h 32m

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7h 8m

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The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Ciudad Real is a train with an average price of zł341.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Ciudad Real:

A train is zł72 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Ciudad Real costing on average zł413.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Ciudad Real is by train with an average journey time of 4h 15m.

Other travel options to Ciudad Real take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Ciudad Real including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Ciudad Real among Omio's users.

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from Barcelona to Ciudad Real

How to get from Barcelona to Ciudad Real by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Barcelona to Ciudad Real is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • iryo06110+Renfe AVANT08140
    10:45 AM4h23
    Barcelona Sants
    3:08 PMCiudad Real station
    3141One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • iryo06110+Renfe AVANT08140
    10:45 AM4h23
    Barcelona Sants
    3:08 PMCiudad Real station
    3141One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • AVE03930
    8:30 AM4h06
    Barcelona Sants
    12:36 PMCiudad Real station
    4561One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • iryo06110+Renfe AVANT08150
    10:45 AM5h54
    Barcelona Sants
    4:39 PMCiudad Real station
    3141One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06110+Renfe AVANT08170
    10:45 AM7h23
    Barcelona Sants
    6:08 PMCiudad Real station
    3141One-way
    1 transfer
  • iryo06080+Renfe AVANT08130
    7:50 AM6h19
    Barcelona Sants
    2:09 PMCiudad Real station
    3181One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona to Ciudad Real

Travel to Ciudad Real easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Ciudad Real.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Barcelona and Ciudad Real including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Ciudad Real is a train with an average price of zł341.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Ciudad Real:

A train is zł72 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Ciudad Real costing on average zł413.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Ciudad Real is by train with an average journey time of 4h 15m.

Other travel options to Ciudad Real take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 32m.

The distance from Barcelona to Ciudad Real is approximately 361 miles (582 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Ciudad Real is:
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Ciudad Real as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Ciudad Real:
  • Trains mostly depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Ciudad Real station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Ciudad Real, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with iryo, AVE, Renfe AVLO to go to Ciudad Real by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, Alsa to go to Ciudad Real by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to Ciudad Real with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with AVE, Renfe AVLO.
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Ciudad Real often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Toledo, Málaga, Valencia, Seville. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ciudad Real and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Ciudad Real to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Ciudad Real, you can explore the local gastronomy with a tapas tour through the city's best bars and restaurants, attend a performance at Teatro Quijano, and visit the Provincial Museum to learn about the region's heritage. Enjoy a leisurely stroll or picnic in Parque de Gasset and participate in a wine tasting tour of La Mancha wines. Must-see sights include the medieval Puerta de Toledo, the Gothic Catedral de Santa María del Prado, the historic Plaza Mayor, Museo del Quijote dedicated to Don Quixote, and the Iglesia de San Pedro with its architectural charm.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Ciudad Real, allowing time to visit its historical sites, cultural attractions, and enjoy local cuisine.
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