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Valencia to Barcelona-Sants Train Prices and Times

Arranging travel from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants? Trip.com has Renfe tickets available from SAR 135.76, with the typical price for this route being about SAR 171.36. To ensure you find the cheapest fares, we suggest trying split tickets.
  • الخميس, 24 يوليو
    From SAR 135.76
  • الجمعة, 25 يوليو
    From SAR 148.29
  • السبت, 26 يوليو
    From SAR 135.76
  • الأحد, 27 يوليو
    From SAR 135.76
  • الاثنين, 28 يوليو
    From SAR 135.76
  • الثلاثاء, 29 يوليو
    From SAR 135.76
  • الأربعاء, 30 يوليو
    From SAR 135.76
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06:30
Valencia-Estació del Nord
09:39
Barcelona-Sants
3h 9m, DirectIntercit
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09:05
Valencia-Estació del Nord
12:08
Barcelona-Sants
3h 3m, Directrenfe
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11:25
Valencia-Estació del Nord
14:50
Barcelona-Sants
3h 25m, Directrenfe
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15:02
Valencia-Estació del Nord
18:19
Barcelona-Sants
3h 17m, Directrenfe
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15:36
Valencia-Estació del Nord
19:00
Barcelona-Sants
3h 24m, Directrenfe
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16:59
Valencia-Estació del Nord
20:51
Paris
3h 52m, Directrenfe
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Valencia to Barcelona-Sants Train Route Details

For the route from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants, train tickets usually start at SAR 135.76. The trip takes about 3h 3m on average, covering around 301 km. Intercit, renfe typically runs 9 trains daily. To plan your journey ahead, please see our train route table.

First train
First train
06:30
Last train
Last train
18:42
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
3h 3m
Distance
Distance
301 km
Price
Price
From SAR 135.76
Train operators
Train operators
Intercit, renfe

Spanish train offers

Travellers on Renfe's AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy exclusive discounts tailored to select routes. These offers are subject to availability and vary based on travel schedules, routes, and terms.
Spanish train offers

Renfe Young Persons Fare

With the Más Renfe Joven Card, which costs €50, Renfe offers up to 30% off train fares for young people aged 14 to 25. This card is valid for a year and is non-transferable. Enjoy a 30% discount on AVE and AVE international trains, and get a 25% discount on Avant, Cercanías, and Rodalies trains.

Renfe Disabled People Fare

Disabled passengers can benefit from Renfe's discounts, with savings of up to 40%. For just €6, you can get a Tarjeta Dorada, which allows you to travel on AVE, Avant, and Cercanías trains for a year. The discount on Avant trains is greater during weekends. Refunds or changes to tickets are subject to the type of ticket and may incur a fee.

Renfe Children Fare

Renfe offers a 40% discount on ticket prices for children aged 4 to 13. These children are allowed to select seats on AVE, AVE International, and Avant trains, and they can make changes or request refunds based on the ticket type, which may involve a fee. Children under four travel for free but do not receive a reserved seat. On Cercanías trains, children under six can travel for free without a reserved seat.

Renfe Group Fare

Groups of 4 to 9 people travelling on AVE or AVE International trains receive an 8% discount. Groups of 10 to 25 people travelling on AVE, AVE International, Avant, and Cercanías trains can enjoy up to a 50% discount. For groups larger than 25 people, you can request a quote for approval. Note that all Renfe group tickets are non-changeable. If cancellation is necessary, the entire booking must be cancelled according to the original ticket's terms and conditions, with an applicable fee.

Renfe Over-60s Fare

With the Tarjeta Dorada, Renfe 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. 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 rules for changes and refunds.

Onboard Renfe trains from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants

Renfe trains, particularly AVE models, offer four service categories based on fare options, ensuring convenience for all passengers. The seating arrangements include 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 commuters or budget-conscious travelers, offering a quiet coach for rest, reading, or work. Onboard dining includes a cafeteria and a food trolley.

XL Comfort seats cater to those seeking extra 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.

Valencia to Barcelona-Sants Renfe ticket types

When traveling from Valencia to Barcelona-Sants, 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.

Valencia to Barcelona-Sants 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.

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    Consider Básico or Inicial Ticket Types

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