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How to take the rail journey from Barcelona to Paris
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Barcelona to Paris by train
French high speed TGV services provide the only direct train services from Barcelona to Paris.
On Fridays only there is an overnight option.
- take the Regional Express train to Cerbere which departs Barcelona Sants at 15:16, it is due to arrive in Cerbere just before 18:00. (no reservations are available).
- At 19:10 an Intercite de Nuit train will depart Cerbere and it is scheduled to arrive in Paris-Austerlitz station at 06:52.
This train conveys couchette coaches/cars with 4 or 6 bunks and reclining seats, it does not have sleeping cabins.
Routes you can take to go from Barcelona to Paris
When travelling between most cities by train there is only one logical option, though on other journeys there is a choice between different trains or alternative routes. If different options are available you can use the info to decide which is best for you.
Choose one of the following options:
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Route Information
Station Guides
Travel Time (approx)
6hr 23 min - 6hr 35min
Frequency
Daily
Travel Info
Until July 5th
2 x trains per day
July 6th to Sept 1st
3 x trains per day
From Sept 2nd
3 x trains per day
Is the journey from Barcelona to Paris direct?
Yes, there is no need to make a connection when taking this route.
Is the journey scenic?
Not particularly, though there are some notable highlights to experience between Perpignan and Montpellier - see the Journey Information
What other tourist locations are along the route from Paris to Barcelona?
Girona and Perpignan and Beziers and Montpellier and Nimes
When is the usual approximate earliest arrival at Paris Gare De Lyon from Barcelona-Sants?
Before 16:15 daily
Source = Deutsche Bahn
How easy is it to travel on from the station in Paris?
The Gare De Lyon is served by two Metro lines - line 14 is now directly linked to Orly Airport. The station also has rail links to the Gare Du Nord and the La Défense business district.
See the Station Guide above for more info, plus easy access to multiple options for booking somewhere to stay by the Gare De Lyon.
When is the approximate earliest arrival at Barcelona-Sants from Paris Gare De Lyon in the peak summer period?
Around 13:40 daily
Source = European Rail Timetable
When is the usual approximate latest departure from Barcelona-Sants to Paris Gare De Lyon?
Around 16:25
Source = Deutsche Bahn
How easy is it to travel to the station in Barcelona?
Barcelona-Sants is served by two metro lines, see the Station Guide above for more info, plus easy access to multiple options for booking somewhere to stay in its neighborhood.
Are tickets cheaper if booked in advance for these Barcelona to Paris trains?
Yes, and they can be purchased from a choice of booking agents - see below.
How soon ahead of travel are tickets typically placed on sale for these Barcelona to Paris trains?
Up to 6 months in advance
What are the child ticket terms for these Barcelona to Paris trains?
The adult rate is charged for all travellers aged 12 and over.
Children aged 4-11 pay half fare
Does the ticket for these Barcelona to Paris trains include assigned seats?
Yes - See the Train Guide in the Journey Information for insights on how to board the train.
Do rail pass users need to book reservations for these Barcelona to Paris trains?
Yes; see the rail pass reservation guide for the options on how to book.
Is catering available on the Barcelona to Paris trains?
Yes, there is a bar/bistro car.
See the Train Guide in the Journey Information.
What else is good to know about Spanish rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in France.
What else is good to know about French rail travel?
Check out the guide to travelling by train in France.
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