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Best day trips from Portbou

The most popular day trips from Portbou are Figueres, Roses, Girona, Cadaqués, and Barcelona. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your journeyfrom Portbou on Omio.

A view of Figueres

Day trip from Portbou to Figueres

Why visit Figueres for the day?

Figueres is a Catalan city best known as the birthplace of Salvador Dalí and home to his landmark Dalí Theatre-Museum. Its walkable center mixes surrealist flair with everyday markets, cafés, and traces of local history.

How to get from Portbou to Figueres?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portbou to Figueres among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $5.

A view of Roses

Day trip from Portbou to Roses

Why visit Roses for the day?

Roses is a seaside town on the Costa Brava known for its wide bay, beaches, and working fishing port. Its waterfront resort feel is balanced by historic sites like the Ciutadella and nearby rugged coastal scenery.

A view of Girona

Day trip from Portbou to Girona

Why visit Girona for the day?

Girona is known for its medieval old town, riverside houses, and the cathedral rising above narrow lanes. Its Jewish heritage, walkable center, and relaxed Catalan atmosphere give the city a historic but lived-in feel.

How to get from Portbou to Girona?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portbou to Girona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $71. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $71, and a train costs an average of $71.

A view of Cadaqués

Day trip from Portbou to Cadaqués

Why visit Cadaqués for the day?

Cadaqués is a whitewashed coastal town on Catalonia’s Cap de Creus peninsula, known for its Dalí connection and rocky coves. Its narrow lanes, small harbor, and artistic atmosphere give it a calmer feel than many Costa Brava resorts.

A view of Barcelona

Day trip from Portbou to Barcelona

Why visit Barcelona for the day?

Barcelona blends Mediterranean beach life with striking modernist architecture and busy neighborhood streets. Known for Gaudí's influence, it also stands out for Catalan culture, markets, and a late, social rhythm.

How to get from Portbou to Barcelona?

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portbou to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $104. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $104, and a train costs an average of $104.

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