--- title: "Trains from Barcelona to Valencia | EveryRail" description: "Direct Renfe Euromed trains link Barcelona Sants and València Joaquín Sorolla; fastest trips take about 2h 47m, with longer journeys also available." image: "https://everyrail.com/api/route-image/barcelona-to-valencia/" --- [Home]()[Europe by train]()[Spain]()Barcelona to Valencia by train [Home]()[Europe by train]()[Spain]()Barcelona to Valencia by train **Share** - - [Share on WhatsApp]() - [Share on X]() - [Share on Facebook]() - [Share by email]() **On this page** - [About Barcelona to Valencia by train]() - [Where to book]() - [Find places to stay in Valencia]() - [Frequently asked questions]() - [More routes]() [Book now]() Last updated September 2026 # Barcelona to Valencia by train Direct Renfe Euromed trains link Barcelona Sants and València Joaquín Sorolla; fastest trips take about 2h 47m, with longer journeys also available. ![Valencia Cathedral and Miguelete bell tower]() Origin [Barcelona]() Destination [Valencia]() Country [Spain]() The fastest [Barcelona]()-to-[Valencia]() trains take about 2 hours 47 minutes on a direct [Renfe]() Euromed service from Barcelona Sants to València Joaquín Sorolla. ## Barcelona to Valencia train at a glance | Detail | What to expect | | --- | --- | | Route | Barcelona Sants to València Joaquín Sorolla | | Train service | Renfe Euromed | | Direct service | Yes | | Fastest journey | About 2 hours 47 minutes | | Normal service pattern | Direct Euromed departures; departures currently begin at 07:15 and vary by date | | Distance | About 303 km | | Arrival station hours | Open 05:45 to 00:00 | Direct Renfe Euromed trains connect Barcelona Sants with València Joaquín Sorolla. The fastest journeys take about 2 hours 47 minutes, while other departures take longer. Journey length, departure times, and stopping patterns vary by date, so choose a departure for your date rather than planning around one headline time. ## Direct trains and timetable pattern Euromed is Renfe's named direct service on this corridor. Staying on one train is usually the simplest way to travel between the two city centres. Departures currently begin at 07:15, and slower departures can fill gaps between the quickest journeys. The number of trains and their exact times are not fixed across every date. This is a practical coastal connection, not a sightseeing train with a guaranteed view. Rail is a strong fit when you value a central departure, a central arrival, and no change en route. A bus may suit a different price or departure time, while flying adds airport transfers, check-in, and security to the journey. ## Stations in Barcelona and Valencia Barcelona Sants is the departure station. It is Barcelona's main rail hub, so allow enough time to find the departure board and platform, especially if you are arriving on local transport or with luggage. Direct trains arrive at València Joaquín Sorolla. The station has ticket sales, car hire, a car park, metro and bus connections, a taxi rank, and facilities adapted for people with reduced mobility. It is open from 05:45 to 00:00, which matters for very early departures, late arrivals, or station assistance. Your ticket shows the exact stations and train number. If you are continuing beyond Valencia, plan the onward metro, bus, taxi, or walk from Joaquín Sorolla before you travel. ## Tickets, prices, and discounts There is no single fare for every Barcelona to Valencia journey. Prices depend on the date, departure, availability, and ticket conditions, and a low fare on one date does not set the price for another. Booking ahead can give you more access to lower fares, but read the change and refund conditions before paying. Renfe offers discount categories for children, young people, seniors, and Spanish large families. Eligibility and proof requirements depend on the discount, so have the required documentation with your booking. If you are travelling with a bicycle, pet, mobility aid, or unusual luggage, select the relevant option and read the current conditions for the service. ## Luggage and accessibility Renfe's luggage rules cover the size, number, and handling of bags allowed on your service. Allowances for bicycles, pets, and assistance can depend on the train and ticket, so use the current policy for the exact journey instead of assuming that a large case or folding bicycle is accepted. València Joaquín Sorolla is adapted for people with reduced mobility. If you need help at the station or boarding, arrange assistance with Renfe before travel and allow extra time at Barcelona Sants. Keep any discount or assistance proof with your ticket details. ## On the day of travel Keep your ticket available offline and use the departure board at Barcelona Sants for the live platform. Platform assignments can change after booking. At València Joaquín Sorolla, follow the signs for metro, bus, or taxi connections, and leave time for the onward journey if you have a timed appointment. The live timetable is the right reference for the date you travel. It gives the exact departure, arrival, train number, stops, fare, and conditions, while Renfe's current luggage and assistance pages cover needs that can change between services. ## Where to book ### Train tickets - Omio Omio connects you with over 1,000 transport providers - trains, buses, flights, and more - to simplify your travel planning. [Check times & prices]() - Rail Europe Rail Europe is a leading travel tech company specializing in European train bookings for over 15,000 travel professionals worldwide. - Trainline Trainline sells rail and coach tickets worldwide on behalf of major UK and European transport companies. ### Train service - [Renfe]() Renfe is Spain’s national railway operator, offering high-speed, long-distance, and regional train services with extensive domestic coverage. [Official website]() [Check times & prices]() ## Find places to stay in Valencia [![Bright bedroom with white bedding and a breakfast tray on the bed]()**Browse stays in Valencia**Hotels and apartments via Booking.com]() ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a direct train from Barcelona to Valencia? Yes. Renfe runs direct Euromed trains from Barcelona Sants to València Joaquín Sorolla, so you can make the city-centre journey without changing trains. The available departures vary by date. ### How long does the train from Barcelona to Valencia take? The fastest listed journeys take about 2 hours 47 minutes. Other departures are longer because journey times and stopping patterns vary across the timetable. ### How often do trains run from Barcelona to Valencia? Direct Euromed departures run on the corridor, with the current timetable showing a first departure at 07:15. The number and spacing of trains change by date, and slower options may also be available. ### Which stations do Barcelona to Valencia trains use? Direct trains leave from Barcelona Sants and arrive at València Joaquín Sorolla. Check the station names and train number on your ticket when arranging local connections. ### When should I book Barcelona to Valencia train tickets? Booking in advance can provide more access to Renfe's cheaper fares. The final price depends on the date and departure, so read the change and refund conditions before choosing a ticket. ### What luggage and assistance rules apply on this route? Renfe's luggage, bicycle, pet, and assistance conditions vary by service and ticket. Read the current policy for your journey, and arrange mobility assistance before travel if you need it. ## More routes [![View of Bilbao, Spain]()Barcelona to Bilbao by Train: Route, Times and TicketsOne direct Renfe Alvia a day links Barcelona and Bilbao in around 7 hours, with weekend engineering works and no full high-speed line.]()[![Girona old town skyline with cathedral towers at golden hour]()Barcelona to GironaTravel from Barcelona to Girona by Avant high-speed train in 38 to 57 minutes, or take the Rodalies R11 regional service in around 1 hour 10 minutes. All trains depart from Barcelona Sants; regional trains also run from Passeig de Gràcia and Clot-Aragó.]()[![Cityscape of Innsbruck, Austria]()Barcelona to InnsbruckBarcelona to Innsbruck by train has no direct service. 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Advance second-class fares start from around €39 when booked early; first class from around €59. Two services run each way on most days. Interrail and Eurail passes are valid, but a mandatory seat reservation costing €35 per person is required.]()[![Old Town Square and Church of Our Lady before Tyn in Prague]()Barcelona to PragueNo direct Barcelona-Prague train. 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