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About the train journey from Barcelona to Sestri Levante

Want to travel from Barcelona to Sestri Levante by train? Start your journey with us.

The train from Barcelona to Sestri Levante usually takes 19 hours 39 minutes on average to travel 417 miles (671 km), although the quickest services can take as little as 14 hours 7 minutes. You can expect to find 4 trains per day running on this popular route. As there aren’t any direct services running between Barcelona and Sestri Levante, you’ll need to make 4 changes on your way to Sestri Levante. You can choose to travel with AVE, Renfe or Trenitalia to get to Sestri Levante. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Barcelona to Sestri Levante 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 Sestri Levante, 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 Sestri Levante from Barcelona

First train

09:28

Last train

16:34

Departure stationBarcelona
Arrival stationSestri Levante
Journey time

From 14h 7m

Distance

417 miles (671 km)

Frequency

4 trains per day

Changes

4 changes

Train and bus operators

Flixbus, Renfe, SNCF Voyageurs SA, Transdev RSI, Trenitalia

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Barcelona to Sestri Levante?

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

How do you get to Sestri Levante from Barcelona?

To travel to Sestri Levante from Barcelona, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 19 hours and 39 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 14 hours and 7 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Barcelona to Sestri Levante?

Trains from Barcelona to Sestri Levante take an average of 19 hours and 39 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 14 hours and 7 minutes. You'll usually find 4 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

Can I get a high-speed train from Barcelona to Sestri Levante?

Yes, you can get a high-speed train from Barcelona to Sestri Levante in as little as 14 hours and 7 minutes on the fastest services. High-speed trains from AVE offer a range of classes and onboard services - take a look to see what suits you best!

What is the quickest journey time between Barcelona and Sestri Levante by train?

The quickest journey time between Barcelona and Sestri Levante by train is 14 hours and 7 minutes.

What are the train times from Barcelona to Sestri Levante?

Check out the next trains departing from Barcelona to Sestri Levante for Tuesday 28th October 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
08:2822:3514h 7m, 5 changes
08:3405:5921h 25m, 8 changes
08:3406:4022h 6m, 7 changes
15:3412:3421h 0m, 4 changes

AVE, Renfe, Intercity and Trenitalia trains from Barcelona to Sestri Levante

You can travel from Barcelona to Sestri Levante on AVE, Renfe, Intercity and Trenitalia 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.

AVE is Renfe's flagship high-speed service, with trains capable of reaching up to 193 mph (310 km/h). It’s one of the fastest trains in Europe and connects the main cities of Spain. Most AVE trains offer two comfort classes – Estándard (Standard Class) and Confort (First Class equivalent, with 1-1 configuration, ultra-wide seats, gourmet food and drink and lounge access). All AVE trains have air conditioning, power sockets, free WiFi and a buffet carriage serving a selection of food and drinks. There are three fares for AVE services: the cheapest but least flexible Básico fare, the Elige fare (slightly pricier but more flexible), and the Premium fare for seats in Confort Class.

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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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Trenitalia's Intercity trains run on standard lines outside the high-speed network, offering more than 90 trains a day that guarantee long and medium distance connections, ensuring wide coverage of the rail network. All Intercity trains are modern and comfortable with plenty of seats, retractable tables, power sockets, air conditioning, courtesy lights and plenty of luggage space. Intercity Night trains allow you to travel overnight in cabins with beds, berths or seating.

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Trenitalia is the national railway company of Italy, with a fleet including high-speed trains (Frecciarossa, Frecciargento and Frecciabianca), Intercity and Intercity night trains and regional trains. Trenitalia offers discounts and special promotions on selected routes, two types of discounted tickets for young people under 30 and people over 60.

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What AVE, Intercity and Regional trains classes are there from Barcelona to Sestri Levante?

Compare the different travel classes offered by AVE, Intercity and Regional trains when travelling from Barcelona to Sestri Levante.

Estándar (Standard Class)

In AVE's Estándar Class, you'll enjoy comfortable fuss-free travel. With luggage storage and air-conditioning throughout, there's access to their bar/restaurant carriage serving drinks and snacks and seats are usually in a row of 2 or 4 around a table. On board, you'll enjoy:

  • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
  • SeatSeatSeat reservation
  • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
  • AtSeatServiceAtSeatServiceEntertainment portal
  • SeatSeatFold-down table
  • ReadingReadingReading light
  • PlugPlugPower sockets at each seat
  • RestaurantRestaurantCatering at your seat
  • LoungeLoungeLounge access
  • SeatSeatLarger tables

    Confort (First Class)

    Onboard AVE's Confort Class, you’ll enjoy all the amenities of Estándar Class as well as extra perks, such as complimentary food and drinks, free newspapers and more. Don't forget to enjoy access to Renfe's Club Rooms before your trip to kick it off in style. On board, you'll enjoy:

    • WiFiWiFiFree WiFi
    • SeatSeatSeat reservation
    • BarBarBar/restaurant carriage
    • AtSeatServiceAtSeatServiceEntertainment portal
    • SeatSeatFold-down table
    • ReadingReadingReading light
    • PlugPlugPower sockets at each seat
    • RestaurantRestaurantCatering at your seat
    • LoungeLoungeLounge access
    • SeatSeatLarger tables

      Second Class Easy

      Travel in Second Class Easy and enjoy seats with fold-down tables, power sockets and a bar carriage in the middle of the train.

      • SnowflakeSnowflakeAir-conditioning
      • PlusPlusClothes hanger
      • CoffeeCoffeeVending machine
      • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
      • SeatSeatSeat reservation
      • SeatSeatFold-down table
      • PlugPlugPower sockets at each seat
      • ReadingReadingReading light
      • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom

        First Class Plus

        In addition to all the amenities in Second Class Easy, you'll get to enjoy more spacious seats and legroom in First Class Plus.

        • SnowflakeSnowflakeAir-conditioning
        • PlusPlusClothes hanger
        • CoffeeCoffeeVending machine
        • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
        • SeatSeatSeat reservation
        • SeatSeatFold-down table
        • PlugPlugPower sockets at each seat
        • ReadingReadingReading light
        • LegRoomLegRoomMore legroom

          Second Class

          Enjoy your journey with Trenitalia's regional trains. A First Class service may be available on some routes.

          • SnowflakeSnowflakeAir-conditioning
          • LuggageLuggageLuggage storage
          • PlugPlugPower sockets

            What are the onboard services on AVE, Intercity and Regional trains?

            Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Barcelona to Sestri Levante.

            LuggageLuggageWhat luggage limits are there?

            With AVE, you can travel with up to 3 pieces of luggage that do not exceed 290 cm and 25 kg. In total, the maximum measurements of each piece of luggage are 85 x 55 x 35 cm. Musical instruments also count as hand luggage as long as they do not exceed the dimensions 30 x 120 x 38 cm and are stored in a case.

            RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

            If you’d like to stretch your legs and grab a coffee during your journey, AVE trains have an onboard bar carriage serving drinks and snacks. If you’d prefer to stay in your seat, AVE staff sell food and drinks from a trolley that will pass through the train during the journey.

            WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

            On AVE trains, you can take advantage of PlayRenfe – their free WiFi and entertainment service. Giving you access to exclusive content and fast connection speeds, PlayRenfe can be downloaded from the app store on your phone. Once you’re connected, you can access the PlayRenfe portal, where you’ll find exclusive live sport, news, films and TV series.

            ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?

            Children under 3 years old travel for free with AVE, as long as they do not occupy a seat and have their free child ticket. Children from 3 to 14 years old can take advantage of a 40% discount on ticket prices.

            ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?

            On all AVE trains, each passenger can take one bicycle or scooter on board, as long as it’s folded and carried inside a case. Also, the pedals must be removed and handlebars turned 90 degrees. Lastly, if the sum of the dimensions of the case is less than 180cm, it is considered as hand luggage. However, if it’s bigger, it will be considered as special luggage (max dimensions 120 x 90 x 40 cm).

            PetPetCan I bring pets on board?

            With AVE, you can travel with a pet as long as it weighs no more than 10 kg and travels inside a cage or carrier (60 x 35 x 35 cm). Your pet must have their own pet ticket, unless you’re travelling with a Premium ticket, in which case the pet ticket is free. Guide and assistance dogs travel for free.

            WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

            AVE offer a free assistance and care service for people with reduced mobility. To request the service, passengers should contact AVE directly.

            LuggageLuggageWhat luggage limits are there?
            • You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's Intercity trains free of charge.
            • In most cases, there are no luggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your luggage is compatible with the space available on board.
            RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

            You can get snacks and drinks from the vending machines available in coach 3. Gluten-free and lactose-free options are available too.

            WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

            At the moment, Intercity trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power sockets that are available at your seat.

            ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?
            • Children under 4 can travel for free if a seat is not assigned to them. If they do have a seat, they can get 50% off Base tickets (standard fare).
            • Children aged 4-14 also get 50% off.
            • Bimbi Gratis offer: You can also get free travel for children under 15 plus 40% off Base tickets for adults, if you’re travelling in a family group of 2 to 5 people (including at least one adult and one child).
            ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?
            • You can travel with your bike for free on all Intercity trains, provided it’s not larger than 80 x 110 x 45cm. Your bike must be disassembled or folded and stored in a bag in one of the dedicated luggage racks.
            • If you can't fold your bike, some Intercity trains allow you to take your bike on board. However, you’ll need to book a space and buy a ticket. There are 6 bike spaces in coach 3 and 2 e-bike chargers.
            PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
            • Small pets can travel on all Intercity trains free of charge, if they’re placed in a carrier or cage of max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm.
            • Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
            • Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
            WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

            If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232 which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).

            InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

            Air-conditioning is available on all Intercity trains.

            LuggageLuggageWhat luggage limits are there?
            • You can take your bags on board Trenitalia's regional trains free of charge.
            • In most cases, there are no luggage size limits. You’ll need to make sure that your luggage is compatible with the space available on board.
            RestaurantRestaurantWhat food and drink is available?

            At the moment, a restaurant service is not available on Trenitalia's regional trains. However, you can take your own food on board so pick up some snacks at the station before you set off.

            WiFiWiFiWhat onboard entertainment is available?

            Trenitalia's regional trains do not offer an entertainment portal on board. However, you can make use of your internet data, as well as charge your devices thanks to the power sockets that are available at your seat.

            ChildPassengerChildPassengerWhat facilities are there for travel with children?
            • Children under 4 can travel for free if they’re accompanied by an adult and a seat is not assigned to them.
            • Children aged 4-11 can get 50% off. Older children will need to have a full-price ticket.
            ModeOfTransportBikeModeOfTransportBikeCan I bring a bike on board?
            • You can take your bike, hoverboard, monowheel or e-scooter free of charge if it can be folded and doesn’t exceed these dimensions: 120 x 80 x 45cm.
            • If your bike can’t be folded, you’ll need to buy a bike ticket or another Second Class ticket.
            PetPetCan I bring pets on board?
            • Small pets can travel on Trenitalia's regional trains free of charge if they’re placed in a carrier or cage with max dimensions of 70 x 30 x 50cm.
            • Bigger dogs are allowed on all trains if they have a ticket, they’re kept on a leash and equipped with a muzzle.
            • Guide and assistance dogs are allowed on all trains at no additional cost.
            WheelchairWheelchairWhat special assistance is available?

            If you need to request special assistance, you can call the toll-free number 800 90 60 60 which can be reached from a landline in Italy, or the national number +3902323232 which can be reached from a landline or mobile, even from abroad (international calling charges may apply).

            InfoInfoWhat else do I need to know?

            Air-conditioning is available on Trenitalia's regional trains.

            How do I find cheap train tickets from Barcelona to Sestri Levante?

            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 to Sestri Levante 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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