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Barcelona to Zaragoza Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Barcelona to Zaragoza trains use the Madrid-Barcelona high-speed line, with departures from Barcelona Sants and arrivals at Zaragoza Delicias. Direct services include Renfe AVE, Renfe Avlo, Iryo and Ouigo Espana, with some trains continuing toward Madrid Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes. The 314 km trip is non-stop on many services, while a few call at Camp de Tarragona or Lleida Pirineus. The fastest trains take about 1 hour 23 minutes, while slower direct departures usually take up to about 1 hour 55 minutes. Standard, comfort and premium-style seating vary by operator, with AVE offering Basico, Elige, Elige Confort and Premium fare families. One-way fares between Barcelona and Zaragoza start from about €9 ($10 USD) for low-cost advance tickets and can rise to around €80 ($86 USD) for flexible or higher-class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. There are roughly 25 to 35 direct departures per day in one direction. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas/New Year, and long weekends.

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Barcelona

Zaragoza

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

05:50

BarcelonaBarcelona-Sants

1h 46m

07:36

ZaragozaZaragoza Delicias

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 03062

from

55 USD

1h 46m, Direct

05:50

BarcelonaBarcelona-Sants

07:36

ZaragozaZaragoza Delicias

from

55 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 03062

06:35

BarcelonaBarcelona-Sants

1h 26m

08:01

ZaragozaZaragoza Delicias

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 03302

from

73 USD

1h 26m, Direct

06:35

BarcelonaBarcelona-Sants

08:01

ZaragozaZaragoza Delicias

from

73 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 03302

Day trains

12:00

BarcelonaBarcelona-Sants

1h 46m

13:46

ZaragozaZaragoza Delicias

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 03122

from

249 USD

1h 46m, Direct

12:00

BarcelonaBarcelona-Sants

13:46

ZaragozaZaragoza Delicias

from

249 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 03122

12:50

BarcelonaBarcelona-Sants

1h 35m

14:25

ZaragozaZaragoza Delicias

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE International 09730

from

110 USD

1h 35m, Direct

12:50

BarcelonaBarcelona-Sants

14:25

ZaragozaZaragoza Delicias

from

110 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE International 09730

Evening trains

18:00

BarcelonaBarcelona-Sants

1h 45m

19:45

ZaragozaZaragoza Delicias

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 03182

from

73 USD

1h 45m, Direct

18:00

BarcelonaBarcelona-Sants

19:45

ZaragozaZaragoza Delicias

from

73 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 03182

18:40

BarcelonaBarcelona-Sants

1h 46m

20:26

ZaragozaZaragoza Delicias

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 03192

from

91 USD

1h 46m, Direct

18:40

BarcelonaBarcelona-Sants

20:26

ZaragozaZaragoza Delicias

from

91 USD

Direct

High-speed

Renfe AVE 03192

First train

05:40

Last train

21:05

Travel duration

1h 44m

Daily departures

Departure station

Barcelona

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Zaragoza

Ticket price

$21

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Flexible Exchanges & Cancellations

Exchange and cancellation rules depend on the selected fare. Flexible AVE and Iryo fares usually allow more changes than low-cost Avlo or Ouigo tickets on the Barcelona to Zaragoza corridor.

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Barcelona to Zaragoza Route Overview

This route is part of Spain's main northeast high-speed axis, linking the Catalan capital with Aragon before trains continue across the Ebro valley toward Madrid. A distinctive feature of the route is competition between Renfe, Iryo and Ouigo Espana on the same high-speed corridor, which creates large fare differences between early low-cost seats and flexible business fares. Seats are reserved on AVE, Avlo, Iryo and Ouigo services, so your ticket is tied to a specific train and seat rather than an open boarding system. The section west of Lleida crosses drier inland landscapes before reaching Zaragoza Delicias on the edge of the city center.

Travel time

1h 44m

Train type

Renfe Alvia

Renfe AVE

Fastest trip

1h 22m

Longest trip

5h 56m

Barcelona

Barcelona is Catalonia's largest city, known for Gaudi architecture, the Gothic Quarter and Mediterranean neighborhoods. High-speed trains to Zaragoza depart from Barcelona Sants, the city's main long-distance station with metro, suburban rail and airport rail links.

Barcelona Sants

Barcelona - Sants, 1-7, Plaça dels Països Catalans, Sants, Sants-Montjuïc, Barcelona, Barcelonès, Barcelona, Catalonia, 08014, Spain

1h 44m

Zaragoza

Zaragoza is the capital of Aragon, set on the Ebro River between Barcelona and Madrid. Zaragoza Delicias is the city's main rail station, handling AVE, Avlo, Iryo, Ouigo, regional trains and the central bus station under the same large terminal complex.

Zaragoza Delicias

Zaragoza-Delicias, 33, Calle Rioja, La Almozara, Zaragoza, Aragon, 50017, Spain

Zaragoza Miraflores

Zaragoza-Miraflores, Avenida de Tenor Fleta, San José, Zaragoza, Aragon, 50013, Spain

Available Ticket Classes

Renfe AVE on Barcelona to Zaragoza uses fare families rather than only traditional class names: Basico is the lowest-priced standard fare, Elige allows more options, Elige Confort uses wider comfort seating where available, and Premium includes the highest flexibility and onboard service on selected trains. Renfe Avlo is a low-cost high-speed service with one main standard class and paid add-ons for luggage, seat choice and changes. Iryo offers several comfort levels, commonly sold as Inicial, Singular, Singular Only YOU and Infinita, with differences in seat type, flexibility and onboard catering. Ouigo Espana uses a low-cost model with standard seating and optional extras such as XL seats, additional luggage and flexibility packages. All high-speed tickets on this route include a reserved seat.

from

$36

Economy Class

from

$63

Business class

Practical Information for High-Speed Train Travelers

Luggage rules on the Barcelona to Zaragoza route depend on the operator, especially on low-cost Avlo and Ouigo services. Check the fare conditions before adding large suitcases.

Luggage Allowance

On Renfe AVE, the standard allowance is up to 3 pieces, each up to 25 kg, with total dimensions not exceeding 285 cm. Avlo and Ouigo apply lower included allowances on many fares, with extra bags sold as paid add-ons.

Storage Facilities

AVE and Iryo trainsets have overhead racks for cabin-size bags and larger luggage racks near coach entrances. Low-cost high-speed trains on this corridor also provide luggage areas, but space is monitored more closely when paid baggage limits apply.

Special Items

Folded bicycles, scooters, skis and musical instruments may travel if they meet the operator's size rules and are packed correctly. Full-size bicycles usually require disassembly or a bike bag, and low-cost fares may require an additional item fee.

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Barcelona to Zaragoza Map

The Barcelona to Zaragoza route follows the Madrid-Barcelona high-speed line from Barcelona Sants through the inland approach past Camp de Tarragona and Lleida Pirineus before entering Aragon and reaching Zaragoza Delicias. Many AVE, Avlo, Iryo and Ouigo services run non-stop between Barcelona and Zaragoza, while selected trains stop at Tarragona or Lleida. The line crosses from the Mediterranean side of Catalonia into the flatter Ebro basin around Zaragoza.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The Barcelona to Zaragoza train links Barcelona Sants with Zaragoza Delicias in as little as 1 hour 23 minutes, avoiding airport transfers at both ends. Buses usually take around 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours 15 minutes between Barcelona Nord or Sants-area stops and Zaragoza, often at lower fares but with fewer high-frequency daytime options. Flying is rarely practical for this city pair because direct air service is limited and airport access plus security can exceed the rail travel time. Electric high-speed rail also produces lower emissions per passenger than flying or driving on this corridor.

Train

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Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

AVE

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 40m

Price from

$15

Departures

479

Rating

Train

ALVIA

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 58m

Price from

$38

Departures

Rating

Train

REG.EXP.

Changes

Direct

Travel time

5h 54m

Price from

$34

Departures

Rating

Train

AVE INT

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 33m

Price from

$54

Departures

Rating

Train

Intercit

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 2m

Price from

$35

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

1h 44m

$21-$149

Bus

Apprx.

3h 45m

$12-$35

Flight

Apprx.

1h 0m

$80-$220

Barcelona to Zaragoza Bullet Train

AVE is the full-service Renfe high-speed option on Barcelona to Zaragoza, reaching up to 300 km/h (186 mph) and often completing the trip in about 1 hour 23 minutes. Avlo is Renfe's low-cost high-speed service on the same line, with reserved standard seats and more paid extras. Iryo also runs high-speed trains between Barcelona Sants and Zaragoza Delicias, with several fare and seating levels and journey times similar to AVE on the fastest schedules. Ouigo Espana competes with low-cost double-deck high-speed trains, usually with a simple fare structure and add-ons for luggage or flexibility. Operators on this route include Renfe, Iryo and Ouigo Espana.

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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Cities at Both Ends

Barcelona combines Roman remains, medieval streets and 19th-century Eixample avenues, with high-speed departures from Barcelona Sants west of the center. Zaragoza was an important Roman, Islamic and Aragonese city; trains arrive at Zaragoza Delicias, with onward access to the Basilica del Pilar, La Seo and Aljaferia Palace.

Barcelona

Spain's main northeastern rail hub, linking Madrid, Valencia, Andalusia, Catalonia, and France through Barcelona Sants.

Zaragoza

Spain's key rail hub between Madrid and Barcelona, with high-speed, intercity, and regional services across Aragon.

FAQ about the Barcelona - Zaragoza Route

How much is the train from Barcelona to Zaragoza?

One-way Barcelona to Zaragoza fares start from about €9 ($10 USD) on low-cost advance tickets and can rise to around €80 ($86 USD) for flexible or higher-class fares on AVE, Iryo or other high-speed services. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Barcelona to Zaragoza?

The fastest Barcelona to Zaragoza high-speed trains take about 1 hour 23 minutes over the 314 km route. Slower direct services usually take up to about 1 hour 55 minutes, depending on operator, timetable slot and whether the train stops at Camp de Tarragona or Lleida Pirineus.

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

AVE, Avlo, Iryo and Ouigo Espana trains on the Madrid-Barcelona high-speed line can run up to 300 km/h (186 mph). Actual average speed is lower because of acceleration, braking, station approaches and any intermediate stops.

How to book Barcelona to Zaragoza train tickets?

Book Barcelona to Zaragoza train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, comparing available AVE, Avlo, Iryo and Ouigo departures, and choosing the fare that matches your luggage and flexibility needs. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and mobile apps for iOS and Android are available for managing tickets.

Does a Spain rail pass cover Barcelona to Zaragoza?

The Renfe Spain Pass can be used on eligible Renfe services such as AVE and Avlo according to pass conditions, but seat reservations are required on high-speed trains. It does not cover Iryo or Ouigo Espana services. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for Barcelona to Zaragoza trains.

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