Barcelona to Valencia train with Renfe EUROMED

Transportation experience

I’ve always found that the RENFE booking process is a bit tricky and unintuitive. Personally, I prefer booking via Omio, which gives me a smoother and more user-friendly experience.

Schedule & frequency

There are five Euromed trains per day between Barcelona and Valencia, including three in the morning and two in the evening. Be sure not to miss your train, as the wait for the next one can be long. The journey duration ranges between 2 hours and 40 minutes to 3 hours, depending on the train.

Onboard experience & services

Renfe offers two classes on its Euromed: Standard/Turista (Equivalent to Second Class) – Comfortable and the most affordable, with a table and plugs at each seat. Comfort/Preferente (Equivalent to First Class) – More spacious seating, sometimes with reclining features and complimentary meals or drinks. The luggage policy on Euromed trains is the same as on other RENFE services. Each traveler may bring up to three bags with a maximum combined weight of 25 kg, and there is no need to check anything in. While there’s no free Wi-Fi onboard, it’s a good idea to download a movie or playlist in advance. Then again, with the scenic Mediterranean coastline passing by your window, you might not need the screen at all. I traveled in Turista Class, and it was well worth it, though the train was a bit noisy and bumpy at times. When heading toward Valencia, be sure to sit on the left-hand side for stunning views of the Mediterranean. My favorite moment was just before Castellón de la Plana station. There’s also a bar car in the middle of the train, which offers basic snacks and drinks.

An exterior view of a Renfe Euromed train at a station in Valencia.

Ticketing advice & budget breakdown

Train ticket prices in Spain are heavily yield-managed, so the earlier you book, the cheaper it will be. I paid €44 by booking two weeks in advance—a fair price, but fares can spike just days before departure. Costs for one passenger:

Top tips & recommendations

• Book Barcelona to Valencia train tickets early to secure the best prices.
• Sit on the left-hand side for the best views along the Mediterranean coastline.
• Arrive early at Barcelona-Sants station for a stress-free journey!

Conclusion

After this trip, I’ll never fly between Barcelona and Valencia again. The scenery by train is too beautiful to miss, and three hours pass quickly when you can relax or get some work done on the train to Valencia.