What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Barcelona?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Barcelona is to train and fly which costs €55 - €180 and takes 6h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Barcelona?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Barcelona is to train and fly which takes 5h 51m and costs €85 - €260.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Barcelona?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Barcelona via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria and Paris. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Barcelona?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Barcelona. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Barcelona-Sants via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord and Paris Gare De Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.

How far is it from Reading to Barcelona?

The distance between Reading and Barcelona is 1209 km.

How do I travel from Reading to Barcelona without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Barcelona without a car is to train which takes 12h 5m and costs €160 - €550.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Barcelona?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Reading to Barcelona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Barcelona bus from?

Reading to Barcelona bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Barcelona train from?

Reading to Barcelona train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Barcelona?

The best way to get from Reading to Barcelona is to train which takes 12h 5m and costs €160 - €550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €100 - €300 and takes 27h 5m.

Where does the Reading to Barcelona bus arrive?

Reading to Barcelona bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

What is the time difference between Reading and Barcelona?

Barcelona is 1h ahead of Reading. It is currently 9:42 AM in Reading and 10:42 AM in Barcelona.

Where does the Reading to Barcelona train arrive?

Reading to Barcelona train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

How do I get a train ticket from Reading to Barcelona?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Reading to Barcelona?

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Where can I stay near Barcelona?

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Reading to Barcelona - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Reading to Barcelona by train, plane, train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, car train, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly
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1. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane LGW - BCN
6h 22m
€59–176
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nordtrain Eil
3. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Barcelona-Santstrain Tgv
12h 5m
€164–539
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Lille Europetrain Eil
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Barcelona - North Bus Stationbus
22h 4m
€115–477
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Reading to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Barcelonacar
15h 30m
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane LHR - BCN
5h 51m
€88–253
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane BHX - BCN
6h 14m
€62–242
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane LTN - BCN
6h 34m
€93–250
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane BRS - BCN
6h 30m
€75–292
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN)plane STN - BCN
6h 54m
€104–262
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 700
3. Take the bus from Paris to Barcelonabus
27h 5m
€101–297
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Reading to Portsmouth International Portcar
2. Take the car ferry from Portsmouth International Port to Caencarferry
3. Drive from Caen to Barcelonacar
19h 10m
€207–552

Reading to Barcelona by train and subway

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12h 5mAverage Duration

€164Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,209.1 km
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Barcelona, Spain?

You can take a train from Reading to Barcelona-Sants via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 12h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Barcelona via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine), and Paris in around 27h 5m.

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