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Barcelona to Cordoba Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Barcelona to Cordoba high-speed trains depart from Barcelona Sants and arrive at Cordoba Central, using the Madrid-Barcelona high-speed line and the Madrid-Andalusia high-speed line. Direct services are operated by Renfe AVE and Iryo on selected departures, with key intermediate stops often including Zaragoza Delicias, Madrid Atocha or Madrid Chamartin, Ciudad Real, and Puertollano. The rail distance is about 709 km, and the fastest direct trains take around 4 hours 34 minutes; slower direct or timed services take about 5 hours 10 minutes, while connections in Madrid can take longer. Travelers can choose Standard or Comfort-style seating depending on operator and fare, with AVE fare families such as Basico, Elige, Elige Confort, and Premium, and Iryo fare types on its services. One-way fares between Barcelona and Cordoba start from about €25 ($27 USD) for advance basic fares and can rise to around €160 ($173 USD) for flexible or higher-class fares near departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. There are roughly 5 to 8 direct departures per day in one direction, with additional same-day options by changing trains in Madrid. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas and New Year, and Spanish long weekends.

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Barcelona

Cordoba

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Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

08:30

BarcelonaBarcelona Sants

5h 5m

13:35

CordobaStation

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 03930

from

137 USD

5h 5m, Direct

08:30

BarcelonaBarcelona Sants

13:35

CordobaStation

from

137 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 03930

08:30

BarcelonaBarcelona Sants

5h 5m

13:35

CordobaStation

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 03940

from

165 USD

5h 5m, Direct

08:30

BarcelonaBarcelona Sants

13:35

CordobaStation

from

165 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 03940

First train

06:45

Last train

16:58

Travel duration

5h 10m

Daily departures

Departure station

Barcelona

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Cordoba

Ticket price

$61

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Rail Monsters provides official tickets for Barcelona to Cordoba high-speed trains, including direct AVE and Iryo services where available. Select Barcelona Sants to Cordoba Central, compare departure times, and book tickets online.

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Barcelona to Cordoba Route Overview

This route links Catalonia with Andalusia without using the classic coastal railway, crossing the Ebro valley, the Madrid high-speed hub, and the plains of La Mancha before descending toward Cordoba. A distinctive feature is that several trains continue beyond Cordoba toward Seville or Malaga, so Cordoba Central is often an intermediate stop rather than the train's final destination. Seats are reserved on Spanish long-distance high-speed services, so passengers board the specific train and seat printed on the ticket. Security screening is carried out before access to high-speed platforms at Barcelona Sants and major Madrid stations, so arriving 20 to 30 minutes before departure is sensible.

Travel time

5h 10m

Train type

Renfe Alvia

Renfe AVE

Fastest trip

4h 43m

Longest trip

11h 40m

Barcelona

Barcelona is Catalonia's largest city, with Gaudi sites, the Gothic Quarter, and the waterfront linked by metro and suburban rail. Barcelona Sants is the main long-distance station, located west of the Eixample and served by metro lines L3 and L5.

Barcelona Sants

Station

5h 10m

Cordoba

Cordoba is known for the Mosque-Cathedral, the whitewashed streets of the Jewish Quarter, and Roman and Moorish layers in the old city. Cordoba Central station sits north-west of the historic center, with taxis and local buses reaching the Mezquita area in about 10 to 15 minutes.

Cordoba

Station

Available Ticket Classes

Renfe AVE services between Barcelona and Cordoba use fare families rather than only seat classes: Basico is the lowest-fare option with limited flexibility, Elige adds more change options, Elige Confort pairs flexible conditions with Comfort seating on selected trains, and Premium includes the highest flexibility and Comfort seating when offered. AVE Standard seats are usually arranged 2+2, while Comfort seats are typically 2+1 with wider spacing. Iryo services offer several fare types with Standard and Infinita-style Comfort seating depending on the train and ticket selected. Avlo may appear on some Barcelona-Andalusia departures with one basic class and optional paid extras, but availability varies by date.

from

$119

Economy Class

from

$139

Business class

Practical Information for High-Speed Train Travelers

Spanish high-speed trains have defined baggage limits and platform screening before boarding. Keep bags within operator limits and place them where they do not block aisles or doors.

Luggage Allowance

On Renfe AVE, each passenger may carry up to 3 pieces with a combined weight of 25 kg and total combined dimensions up to 290 cm, with no single item normally exceeding 85 x 55 x 35 cm. Iryo applies its own allowance by fare type, so check the baggage line shown during booking.

Storage Facilities

AVE and Iryo trainsets have overhead racks for cabin bags, luggage stacks near carriage entrances, and space between some back-to-back seats. Large suitcases should be placed in the luggage racks rather than in aisles or vestibules.

Special Items

Folded or dismantled bicycles, golf bags, skis, and musical instruments may be accepted if packed and within the operator's size rules. Full-size bicycles usually require a bag and must not block storage areas or passenger movement.

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Barcelona to Cordoba Map

The Barcelona to Cordoba route starts at Barcelona Sants, runs west on the Madrid-Barcelona high-speed line through Tarragona/Camp de Tarragona, Lleida, Zaragoza, and Guadalajara, then crosses the Madrid rail hub. South of Madrid, trains use the high-speed line toward Andalusia via Ciudad Real and Puertollano before reaching Cordoba Central. The route covers about 709 km across the Ebro valley, central plateau, and Sierra Morena approaches.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

AVE

Changes

Direct

Travel time

4h 59m

Price from

$59

Departures

153

Rating

Train

ALVIA

Changes

Direct

Travel time

11h 40m

Price from

$53

Departures

Rating

The train runs from Barcelona Sants to Cordoba Central, avoiding transfers to Barcelona El Prat and either Seville or Malaga airports. Direct high-speed departures take under 5 hours on the fastest services, while buses usually require 12 hours or more and may run overnight. Flying can be useful if timed well, but airport access, security, baggage waiting, and onward travel from an Andalusian airport often reduce the time advantage. Electric high-speed rail also has a lower carbon footprint per passenger than flying on this domestic corridor.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

5h 10m

$61-$196

Bus

Apprx.

12h 30m

$45-$95

Flight

Apprx.

1h 40m

$55-$220

Barcelona to Cordoba Bullet Train

Renfe AVE is the main high-speed service on the Barcelona to Cordoba route, reaching up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on Spanish high-speed lines and completing the fastest direct trips in about 4 hours 34 minutes. AVE trains offer Standard and Comfort seating tied to fare families such as Basico, Elige, Elige Confort, and Premium. Iryo also operates selected Barcelona-Andalusia high-speed services via Madrid, using Frecciarossa 1000 trainsets certified for up to 300 km/h (186 mph) in Spain. Iryo journey times are broadly similar when the train runs direct, though stopping patterns and departure times vary by date. Some itineraries require a change in Madrid, which increases total travel time but adds more departure choices. Operators: Renfe and Iryo.

Renfe Alvia

Renfe Alvia uses variable-gauge trains on long-distance routes across Spain.

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Renfe AVE

Renfe AVE is Spain's high-speed rail service on major routes from Madrid.

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FAQ about the Barcelona - Cordoba Route

How much is the train from Barcelona to Cordoba?

One-way Barcelona to Cordoba high-speed train fares start from about €25 ($27 USD) for advance basic tickets and can reach around €160 ($173 USD) for flexible or higher-class fares close to departure. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How fast is the Barcelona to Cordoba high-speed train?

AVE and Iryo trains on this corridor can run at up to 300 km/h (186 mph) on Spain's high-speed lines. Average speed is lower because trains stop at stations such as Zaragoza, Madrid, Ciudad Real, or Puertollano depending on the service.

How do I book Barcelona to Cordoba train tickets?

Book Barcelona to Cordoba train tickets on Rail Monsters by choosing Barcelona Sants as the departure station and Cordoba Central as the arrival station. Select the date, compare AVE and Iryo options, choose a fare, and pay online. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and has mobile apps for iOS and Android.

Does a Spain rail pass cover Barcelona to Cordoba?

The Renfe Spain Pass can be used on eligible Renfe long-distance services, including AVE, but pass holders still need a seat reservation for the specific train. It does not cover Iryo services. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How long is the train from Barcelona to Cordoba?

The fastest direct Barcelona to Cordoba trains take around 4 hours 34 minutes for the roughly 709 km route. Slower direct services take about 5 hours 10 minutes, and itineraries with a change in Madrid can take longer depending on connection time.

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