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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 PHP 2,073.28, with the average price for this route being around PHP 3,249.53. To secure the best deals, we recommend looking into options such as split tickets.
  • Sat, Aug 2
    From PHP 6,202.06
  • Sun, Aug 3
    From PHP 4,903.85
  • Mon, Aug 4
    From PHP 4,465.70
  • Tue, Aug 5
    From PHP 3,695.27
  • Wed, Aug 6
    From PHP 2,073.28
  • Thu, Aug 7
    From PHP 3,730.82
  • Fri, Aug 8
    From PHP 2,288.10
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07:40
Barcelona-Sants
11:38
Valencia-Estació del Nord
3h 58m, Directrenfe
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10:03
Barcelona-Sants
15:40
Valencia-Estació del Nord
5h 37m, Directrenfe
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10:15
Barcelona-Sants
13:13
Valencia-Estació del Nord
2h 58m, Directrenfe
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11:05
Barcelona-Sants
14:32
Valencia-Estació del Nord
3h 27m, DirectIntercit
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16:15
Barcelona-Sants
19:02
Valencia-Estació del Nord
2h 47m, Directrenfe
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18:15
Barcelona-Sants
21:09
Paris
2h 54m, Directrenfe
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Barcelona to Valencia Train Route Details

For the route from Barcelona to Valencia, train tickets usually start at PHP 2,073.28. The trip takes about 2h 47m on average, covering around 301 km. Intercit, renfe typically runs 7 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
07:40
Last train
Last train
20:15
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
2h 47m
Distance
Distance
301 km
Price
Price
From PHP 2,073.28
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Renfe offers a variety of discounts for AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías train passengers, granting special benefits across numerous routes. Availability is limited and depends on the route, time of travel, and specific conditions.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Over-60s Fare

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

Advance booking

Booking early can offer you discounts of up to 70%. Popular routes are available for booking up to nine months in advance, and for other routes, the earlier you book, the more you save. Trip.com has already highlighted the best prices, making your travel planning straightforward.

Renfe Children Fare

For children aged 4 to 13, Renfe provides a 40% discount on ticket prices. These children can choose seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and can make changes or request refunds according to the ticket type, which might incur a fee. Children under four travel for free but are not permitted a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Young Persons Fare

For young people aged 14 to 25, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares with the Más Renfe Joven Card, costing €50. Valid for a year and non-transferable, this card provides a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains. Additionally, get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Group Fare

Renfe offers group travel discounts, with an 8% discount for groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains. Groups of 10 to 25 people can get up to a 50% discount on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains. For groups of more than 25 people, a quote can be submitted for approval. 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, with an applicable fee.

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

Choose from four fare types to travel from Barcelona to Valencia, listed by price from lowest to highest: Básico, Elige Estándar, Elige Confort, and Prémium. Each fare type offers different levels of refund and change services.

Barcelona to Valencia Renfe ticket types

Básico

For the most budget-friendly option on AVE trains, choose Básico, though it does not permit refunds or changes.

Elige Estándar

On AVE trains, the Elige Estándar fare costs slightly more than the Básico fare. This ticket type allows for 70% refunds, one free ticket change and includes many extra paid services.

Elige Confort

Elige Confort, which is marginally more expensive than Elige Estándar, features wider seats and allows for refunds and changes.

Prémium

The Prémium fare is the most costly, offering the benefit of unlimited free changes and refunds, and XL Confort Seating.

How to buy cheap Spanish train tickets

  • Book in Advance

    Book in Advance

    Booking 60–90 days in advance can get you cheaper Renfe train tickets, available for you to plan your itinerary.

  • 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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