How to travel from Barcelona to Vila-real

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Compare train, flight, and bus for Barcelona to Vila-real

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Vila-real among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €4 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €4, while a flight costs an average of €265.

Distance: 155 miles (250 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Barcelona to Vila-real

Compare the available ways to get from Barcelona to Vila-real, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Vila-real is a train with an average price of €4.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Vila-real:

A train is €36 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Vila-real costing on average €39.

A train is €261 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Vila-real costing on average €265.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Vila-real is by train with an average journey time of 3h 26m.

Other travel options to Vila-real take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 12m.

Bus takes on average 6h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Barcelona and Vila-real including taking a train, flight, and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Vila-real among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 19m faster (2h 56m by train vs 3h 15m by car) and roughly €159 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€4 vs €162). 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.

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from Barcelona to Vila-real

How to get from Barcelona to Vila-real by train, bus or flight.

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

  • Renfe18093
    0 transfers

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  • Renfe18093
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Fastest

  • Air EuropaUX6007 · UX4007
    1 transfer

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  • Renfe18093 · 38022
    1 transfer
  • Renfe18093 · 14304
    1 transfer
  • Renfe18093 · 14022
    1 transfer
  • HifeNormal
    0 transfers
  • HifeNormal
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  • HifeNormal
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  • Air EuropaUX7708 · UX4063
    1 transfer
  • Air EuropaUX6071 · UX4011
    1 transfer
  • Air EuropaUX6037 · UX4011
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona to Vila-real

Travel to Vila-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 Vila-real.

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There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and Vila-real including taking a train, flight, and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Vila-real is a train with an average price of €4.

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Vila-real:

A train is €36 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Vila-real costing on average €39.

A train is €261 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Vila-real costing on average €265.

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Vila-real is by train with an average journey time of 3h 26m.

Other travel options to Vila-real take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 12m.

Bus takes on average 6h 4m.

The distance from Barcelona to Vila-real is approximately 155 miles (250 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Vila-real is:
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Vila-real:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Valencia Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Vila-real station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Avinguda Diagonal (Palau Reial) and arrive in Villarreal, Av. França (Estación de tren).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Vila-real, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Renfe EUROMED, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, Renfe INTERCITY to go to Vila-real by train.
  • Travel with Air Europa, Iberia, ITA, Eurowings, Vueling, Avion Express Malta to go to Vila-real by flight.
  • Travel with Hife to go to Vila-real by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to Vila-real with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Renfe.
  • 3 direct buses per day with Hife.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Vila-real often also extend their vacation to go to Valencia, Castelló de la Plana, Valencia-Estacio Del Nord, Madrid, Oropesa del Mar. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vila-real and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vila-real to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Vila-real, visitors can tour the Estadio de la Cerámica, home of Villarreal CF, and enjoy its museum. The vibrant local culture can be experienced at traditional festivals and by exploring local markets. Culinary tours offer a taste of regional specialties and wines. For outdoor enthusiasts, scenic cycling tours are available. Notable sights include the Basílica de San Pascual Baylón, Jardín Botánico de Villarreal, Plaza Mayor, Ermita de la Virgen de Gracia, and Museo de la Ciudad Casa de Polo.
To explore Vila-real's main attractions and enjoy its cultural heritage, a stay of 1 to 2 days is recommended.
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