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Barcelona to Valencia Train Prices and Times

Thinking of traveling from Barcelona to Valencia? Trip.com provides Renfe tickets starting at just QAR 129.27, with the average price for this route being around QAR 239.27. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
  • Mon, Jun 16
    From QAR 280.37
  • Tue, Jun 17
    From QAR 167.49
  • Wed, Jun 18
    From QAR 141.27
  • Thu, Jun 19
    From QAR 129.27
  • Fri, Jun 20
    From QAR 129.27
  • Sat, Jun 21
    From QAR 129.27
  • Sun, Jun 22
    From QAR 129.27
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07:00
Barcelona-Sants
12:36
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
5h 36m, Changes requiredrenfe
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07:15
Barcelona-Sants
10:10
Valencia-Estació del Nord
2h 55m, Directrenfe
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07:32
Barcelona-Sants
13:24
Valencia-Joaquin Sorolla
5h 52m, Changes requiredrenfe
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07:40
Barcelona-Sants
11:38
Valencia-Estació del Nord
3h 58m, Directrenfe
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08:15
Barcelona-Sants
11:20
Valencia-Estació del Nord
3h 5m, Directrenfe
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08:25
Barcelona-Sants
14:34
Paris
6h 9m, Changes requiredrenfe
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Barcelona to Valencia Train Route Details

Tickets for the train from Barcelona to Valencia usually begin at QAR 129.27. The average travel time is about 2h 47m, spanning a distance of roughly 188 miles. Intercit, renfe provides around 19 trains daily for this route. To plan your trip in advance, check our train route table.

First train
First train
07:00
Last train
Last train
20:15
Departure station
Departure station
Barcelona
Arrival station
Arrival station
Valencia
Journey time
Journey time
2h 47m
Distance
Distance
188 miles
Price
Price
From QAR 129.27
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers many discounts for travellers on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains, providing exclusive benefits on various routes. Limited availability and subject to train routes, times, and conditions.
Spanish train offers

Advance booking

You can enjoy discounts of up to 70% by booking in advance. Popular routes allow bookings up to nine months ahead, and for other routes, the sooner you book, the cheaper it will be. Trip.com has marked the lowest prices for you, easing your travel arrangements.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains will receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups larger than 25 people, you can submit a quote for approval. Please note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If you need to cancel, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, and a fee will apply.

Renfe Spanish Large Families Fare

Renfe supports large families in Spain with discounted fares, offering 20% for general and 50% for special category families on AVE and Larga Distancia trains. However, these discounts are not valid on AVE International, Avant, or Cercanías trains. Additionally, single-parent families can enjoy discounts on Rodalies services in Catalonia by presenting a certificate issued by the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Renfe offers discounts for disabled individuals, providing up to 40% off. By purchasing a Tarjeta Dorada for €6, you can travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for one year. Note that the discount on Avant trains is higher on weekends. Refunds or changes to your ticket depend on the type of ticket and may involve a fee.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

Renfe offers up to 40% discounts for those aged over 60 with the Tarjeta Dorada. The card costs €6 for one year, €12 for two years, and €15 for three years. If you are travelling on AVE and AVE international trains, you can get a 25% discount. For Avant trains, discounts vary between weekdays and weekends: 25% during weekdays and 40% on weekends. All services provided with discounted tickets are the same as those with full-price tickets, including the policies for changes and refunds.

Onboard Renfe trains from Barcelona to Valencia

Renfe's AVE trains categorize their services into four types based on ticket prices, ensuring convenience for all passengers. Seating options are divided into Standard for Básico and Elige Estándar fares, and XL Comfort for Elige Confort and Prémium fares.

AVE trains feature high-speed WiFi, power outlets, and allow up to three bags per passenger. Standard seats are suitable for regular travelers or those on a budget, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats are for passengers seeking higher comfort, with wider seats and more legroom. Prémium ticket holders can also enjoy the Premium Menu at their seat and access to snacks and drinks in the station's waiting room.

Barcelona to Valencia Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Barcelona to Valencia, you can choose one of four fare types, listed from the lowest to the highest price: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Different fares come with different refund and change options.

Barcelona to Valencia Renfe ticket types

Básico

On AVE trains, the lowest-priced fare is Básico, which cannot be refunded or changed.

Elige Estándar

The Elige Estándar fare on AVE trains is a bit pricier than the Básico fare. This ticket option provides the flexibility for refunds (70% of original ticket price) and changes (one free of charge), as well as numerous additional paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort costs a bit more than Elige Estándar. The notable difference is the wider seats and offer more leg room as they are XL Confort seats.

Prémium

The most expensive fare, Prémium, comes with unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

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  • Buy a Return Ticket

    Buy a Return Ticket

    A Return ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, which is cheaper than buying two separate single tickets.

  • Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

    Renfe's Básico, iryo's Inicial or Ouigo trains, can give you the cheapest price accordingly.
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