How to travel from Barcelona to Valencia

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Barcelona to Valencia

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Valencia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $64.

Distance: 188 miles (303 km)

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$48

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$42

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$225

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from Barcelona to Valencia

How to get from Barcelona to Valencia by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • AlsaNormal
    10:25AM3h50
    El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)
    02:15PMValencia, Estació d'autobusos
    $571One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Renfe18093
    08:14AM7h17
    Barcelona Sants
    03:31PMValencia-Estacio Del Nord
    $461One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • IberiaIB2376
    07:00PM1h05
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    08:05PMValencia Airport
    $2331One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Renfe INTERCITY01131
    01:05PM4h17
    Barcelona Sants
    05:22PMValencia-Estacio Del Nord
    $781One-way
    0 transfers
  • Renfe EUROMED01081
    08:15AM3h05
    Barcelona Sants
    11:20AMValencia-Estacio Del Nord
    $1081One-way
    0 transfers
  • Renfe INTERCITY01371
    02:08PM3h32
    Barcelona Sants
    05:40PMValencia-Estacio Del Nord
    $1001One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    10:00AM4h15
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    02:15PMValencia, Estació d'autobusos
    $571One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    07:25AM4h05
    El Prat de Llobregat, Aeroport de Barcelona-El Prat (T1 Arribades - La planta 0)
    11:30AMValencia, Estació d'autobusos
    $571One-way
    0 transfers
  • AlsaNormal
    07:00AM4h30
    Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord
    11:30AMValencia, Estació d'autobusos
    $571One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air EuropaUX7706 · UX4063
    11:50AM20h15
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    08:05AMValencia Airport
    $1501One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air EuropaUX7706 · UX4065
    11:50AM4h25
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    04:15PMValencia Airport
    $2251One-way
    1 transfer
  • IberiaIB422 · IB1083
    08:05PM4h10
    Barcelona El Prat Airport
    12:15AMValencia Airport
    $2671One-way
    1 transfer

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How to Travel from Barcelona to Valencia

The journey from Barcelona to Valencia is popular with travelers in Spain for both business and leisure. The trip between these two coastal Spanish cities is convenient whether you choose to travel by bus, train or plane. Key departure points in Barcelona include Barcelona Sants train station, Barcelona Nord Bus station, and Barcelona-El Prat airport. Return journeys from Valencia to Barcelona are also available.

Trains from Barcelona to Valencia | Buses from Barcelona to Valencia | Flights from Barcelona to Valencia

Barcelona to Valencia Travel Comparison

Average Price

Travel Time

Cheapest Time to Book

buses

€21

4:00 h

2 Months Ahead

trains

€32

3:05 h

2 Months Ahead

flight

€87

2:35 h

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What is the best way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia?

Cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia


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Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia. Alsa is the main bus company in Spain and operates all the buses from Barcelona to Valencia. Alsa buses take approximately 7:20 h to travel from Barcelona to Valencia and depart 9 times per day. Alsa's buses depart from Barcelona Nord bus station and arrive at Valencia's Estación de Autobuses.


Fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia


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Techncially, flying is the fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia; however, when traveling to and from Barcelona and Valencia's airports is taken into consideration taking a Renfe train is the fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia. Flights traveling from Barcelona to Valencia depart from Barcelona's El Prat airport and arrive at Valencia Airport after 2:35 h of flight time. All flights require a connection. Airlines that travel directly from Barcelona to Valencia include Iberia and Air Europa.


Most popular way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia


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Taking the train is the most popular way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia. While the train is more expensive than taking the bus, the hour saved traveling by train makes up for the additional cost for most travelers. Some of the train ticket cost can be offset by planning ahead and booking your Barcelona to Valencia travel as far ahead of time as possible. All trains traveling from Barcelona to Valencia are operated by Renfe, depart from Barcelona Sants train station, and arrive at either Valencia's Joaquín Sorolla or Estacio Del Nord train station. Trains traveling from Barcelona to Valencia take approximately three hours.


How to get from Barcelona to Valencia

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Barcelona to Valencia, 79,93% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Barcelona to Valencia and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Barcelona to Valencia

Travel to Valencia easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barcelona to Valencia.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Barcelona and Valencia including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia is a bus with an average price of $27 (€22).

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Valencia:

A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Valencia costing on average $29 (€23).

A bus is $37 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Valencia costing on average $64 (€52).

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Valencia is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Valencia take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 47m.

Bus takes on average 3h 50m.

The distance from Barcelona to Valencia is approximately 188 miles (303 km).
The average frequency per day from Barcelona to Valencia is:
  • Around 22 buses per day.
  • Around 17 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Barcelona and Valencia as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Barcelona to Valencia:
  • Flights mostly depart from Barcelona El Prat Airport and arrive in Valencia Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive in Valencia-Estacio Del Nord.
  • Buses mostly depart from Barcelona, Estació d'Autobusos Nord and arrive in Valencia, Estació d'autobusos.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Barcelona to Valencia, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Renfe EUROMED, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe, Renfe ALVIA, iryo, SNCF OUIGO, Renfe Viajeros to go to Valencia by train.
  • Travel with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, FlixBus to go to Valencia by bus.
  • Travel with Iberia, Air Nostrum, Air Europa, Vueling Airlines to go to Valencia by flight.
  • Travel with Gnv, Balearia, Trasmed to go to Valencia by ferry.
Yes, there are direct services available from Barcelona to Valencia with the following travel companies:
  • 7 direct trains per day with Renfe EUROMED, Renfe INTERCITY, Renfe, Renfe Viajeros.
  • 22 direct buses per day with Alsa, BlaBlaCar, Hife, FlixBus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Iberia, Air Nostrum.
Omio customers who travel from Barcelona to Valencia often also extend their vacation to go to Madrid, Alicante, Seville, Paris, Málaga. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Valencia and these popular destinations at a great price.
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