Distance | 187 miles (302 km) |
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Available travel modes | Bus, train or flight |
Ticket price range | $34 - $23 |
Cheapest mode | Bus • $23 (€20) • 3 h 50 min |
Fastest mode | Flight • $73 (€63) • 1 h |
Popular travel companies | Alsa, GNV, Vueling Airlines or Renfe Euromed |
Take a bus, train or flight to travel 187 miles (302 km) between Barcelona and Valencia. The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are Alsa, GNV, Vueling Airlines or Renfe Euromed among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, ferry, flight or train from Barcelona to Valencia.
How to get from Barcelona to Valencia by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .
The journey from Barcelona to Valencia is popular with travelers in Spain for both business and leisure. The trip between these two coastal Spanish cities is convenient whether you choose to travel by bus, train or plane. Key departure points in Barcelona include Barcelona Sants train station, Barcelona Nord Bus station, and Barcelona-El Prat airport. Return journeys from Valencia to Barcelona are also available.
Trains from Barcelona to Valencia | Buses from Barcelona to Valencia | Flights from Barcelona to Valencia
Average Price |
Travel Time |
Cheapest Time to Book |
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€21 |
4:00 h |
2 Months Ahead |
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€32 |
3:05 h |
2 Months Ahead |
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€87 |
2:35 h |
1 Month Ahead |
Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia. Alsa is the main bus company in Spain and operates all the buses from Barcelona to Valencia. Alsa buses take approximately 7:20 h to travel from Barcelona to Valencia and depart 9 times per day. Alsa's buses depart from Barcelona Nord bus station and arrive at Valencia's Estación de Autobuses.
Techncially, flying is the fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia; however, when traveling to and from Barcelona and Valencia's airports is taken into consideration taking a Renfe train is the fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia. Flights traveling from Barcelona to Valencia depart from Barcelona's El Prat airport and arrive at Valencia Airport after 2:35 h of flight time. All flights require a connection. Airlines that travel directly from Barcelona to Valencia include Iberia and Air Europa.
Taking the train is the most popular way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia. While the train is more expensive than taking the bus, the hour saved traveling by train makes up for the additional cost for most travelers. Some of the train ticket cost can be offset by planning ahead and booking your Barcelona to Valencia travel as far ahead of time as possible. All trains traveling from Barcelona to Valencia are operated by Renfe, depart from Barcelona Sants train station, and arrive at either Valencia's Joaquín Sorolla or Estacio Del Nord train station. Trains traveling from Barcelona to Valencia take approximately three hours.
Valencia's reputation as a vibrant and international cultural center has made it one of the most popular destinations in Spain for international travelers. Some of Valencia's main attractions include the Valencia Cathedral, the Torres de Serranos, the Llotja de Seda and the Museu de Belles Arts de Valencia as well as Valencia C.F. and Levante UD football clubs.
Travel on Air Nostrum, Vueling and Air Europa travel to Valencia from Barcelona at great prices. Omio finds you travel times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies all in one place.
Renfe Intercity is a high-speed train service operated by the Spanish national railway company, Renfe. It operates throughout Spain, connecting major cities and towns with frequent departures throughout the day. The Intercity service offers a variety of train types, including the Alvia and Talgo, all of which offer comfortable seating and modern amenities. Alvia and Talgo offer fast trains but not as fast the high-speed trains like AVE, offering more stops. Passengers can choose from a range of ticket types, including Economy, Business, and First Class. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a selection of snacks and drinks. The most popular routes for Renfe Intercity include Madrid to Barcelona, Madrid to Seville, and Barcelona to Valencia.
Iberia is Spain’s leading airline, headquartered in Adolfo Suárez-Madrid Barajas in Madrid, offering flights around Europe and across the world. It offers different fares for your next travel from Barcelona to Valencia including: Basic Fare, Classic Fare, Flexible Fare and Business Club.
Balearia is a Spanish ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Mediterranean Sea. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Barcelona, Spain. Balearia operates ferry services between mainland Spain, the Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands, and also to North Africa. Balearia is known for its fast, comfortable, and reliable ferry services, providing a convenient and efficient way to travel between the islands.
There are 3 travel options from Barcelona to Valencia: bus, train or flight.
The cheapest way to travel between Barcelona and Valencia is a bus with an average price of $23 (€20).
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Valencia:
A bus is () less than a ferry with an average ticket price of () from Barcelona to Valencia.
A bus is $50 (€43) less than a flight for this journey with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Valencia costing on average $73 (€63).
A bus is $11 (€10) less than a train with an average ticket price of $34 (€30) from Barcelona to Valencia.
The fastest way from Barcelona to Valencia is by flight with an average journey time of 1 h.
There are alternative travel options to Valencia that take longer:
Bus takes on average 3 h 50 min.
Taking a train requires on average 2 h 52 min of travel time.
You should expect to travel around 187 miles (302 km) between Barcelona and Valencia.
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Valencia is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip to Valencia from Barcelona as scheduled services by bus, train or flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Barcelona to Valencia:
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Yes, there are direct routes from Barcelona to Valencia with the following travel companies:
Direct services to Valencia tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your route.
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