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Trains from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE

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About the train journey from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE

Want to travel from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE usually takes 8 hours 42 minutes on average to travel 248 miles (399 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 5 hours 54 minutes. You can expect to find 7 trains per day running on this popular route. As there aren’t any direct services running between Barcelona Sants and Villena AVE, you’ll need to make 1 change on your way to Villena AVE. You'll be travelling on a Renfe service during your journey to Villena AVE, which is the main train operator in Spain. Offering modern, comfortable and air-conditioned trains throughout the country, you'll get there feeling refreshed and ready to explore.

To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE in our Journey Planner. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Villena AVE, including FAQs, timetables with first and last train times and tips on booking cheap train tickets. If you’re ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.

Trains to Villena AVE from Barcelona Sants

First train

07:15

Last train

20:15

Departure stationBarcelona Sants
Arrival stationVillena AVE
Journey time

From 5h 54m

Distance

248 miles (399 km)

Frequency

7 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train and bus operators

Renfe

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE?

Want to know more about your journey from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Villena AVE from Barcelona Sants?

To travel to Villena AVE from Barcelona Sants, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 8 hours and 42 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 5 hours and 54 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE?

Trains from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE take an average of 8 hours and 42 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 5 hours and 54 minutes. You'll usually find 7 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Barcelona Sants and Villena AVE by train?

The quickest journey time between Barcelona Sants and Villena AVE by train is 5 hours and 54 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE?

No, there are no direct trains running from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

What are the train times from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE?

Check out the next trains departing from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE for Tuesday 28th October 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
06:1512:095h 54m, 2 changes
06:4015:088h 28m, 1 change
07:1515:087h 53m, 2 changes
09:1515:526h 37m, 1 change
10:0517:147h 9m, 2 changes
17:1505:0811h 53m, 1 change
19:1508:1513h 0m, 2 changes

Renfe and Euromed trains from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE

You can travel from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE on Renfe and Euromed trains. When you search for times and tickets, we might also show you some other options with multiple connections or operators if they’re available.

Renfe is the national train operator in Spain. It operates trains on the longest high-speed railway network in Europe, and the second-longest in the world. The country's major cities are linked up by the high-speed AVE and Avlo trains, while other long-distance routes are served by Altaria, Talgo, Alvia and Euromed trains. Renfe also operates cross-border services into neighbouring Portugal and France. Depending on which service you are travelling on, you'll usually find two classes on Renfe trains - Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class). Fare types range from the cheapest (but least flexible) Básico fare, to the more flexible Elige fares, to the Premium fare for seats in Confort carriages.

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Euromed is Renfe's high-speed service that travels along the Mediterranean coast. Able to travel at 155 mph (250 km/h), Euromed trains run on the Barcelona – Tarragona – Castellón – Valencia – Alicante route - also known as the "Mediterranean Corridor". With a frequency of up to 12 daily trips between these cities, Euromed trains offer two classes on board – Turista (Second Class) and Preferente (First Class). Designed by Talgo, the trains that run between Barcelona and Alicante offer 63 seats in Preferente and 236 in Turista, with 11 carriages (including a food carriage) and two locomotives, which allows them to travel in both directions.

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How do I find cheap train tickets from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE?

If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.

1. Book in advance

The price of train tickets from Barcelona Sants to Villena AVE starts at § one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Most train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months ahead of time, so if you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find cheaper tickets.

2. Be flexible with your travel times

If you can, consider travelling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as many train companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

3. Buy a rail pass

If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Interrail Passes that are valid for travel within one country or multiple countries across Europe.

4. Choose a slower or connecting train

On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts

Many train companies in Europe will often run sales on tickets throughout the year or offer discounts to senior/youth/group travellers, so keep an eye out!

6. Take a night train

Save on accommodation and use the night to travel by sleeper train to your next destination.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

§Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

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